Law 101 Unit 2

Main purpose of the UN under Article 1 of its Charter

To maintain international peace and security through collective measures.

How the UN promotes cooperation

By solving economic, social, cultural, and humanitarian problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Governance principles that guides the UN

Harmonizing the actions of nations to achieve common ends.

Treaty that established CARICOM

The Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas

Right clarified in the Shanique Myrie case

Hassle‑free entry and automatic six‑month stay for CARICOM nationals.

Exceptions of free movement

Entry can be refused to “undesirable persons” or those likely to become a charge on public funds, but these must be narrowly interpreted.

Procedural rights that accompany free movement

Written reasons for refusal, access to appeal/review, and consultation with attorney or consular official.

Purpose of NAFTA

To eliminate tariffs and trade barriers between the US, Canada, and Mexico.

NAFTA took effect and ended

In 1994, replaced in 2020

What inspired NAFTA

The success of the European Economic Community in stimulating trade through tariff elimination.

Three stages of WTO dispute settlement

Consultations → Adjudication → Implementation (with possible countermeasures).

Are WTO rulings binding

Yes, once adopted by the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB).