In the latest episode of Talking Ag Biotech, Keith Matthews was joined by Kimberly Reynolds of Wiley’s International Trade practice to discuss the establishment of a new dispute resolution panel. This panel is a recent development amidst the ongoing genetically engineered (GE) corn dispute between the United States and Mexico under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). You can listen to the full discussion here.
Matthews and Reynolds also delve into the procedures and requirements for non-governmental entities, providing a detailed outline about the process of filing written submissions to the panel for consideration. This conversation sheds light on an important aspect of international trade disputes, especially those revolving around agricultural biotechnology – an increasingly contentious and significant sector.
This panel is presumed to be a significant step towards resolving the ongoing disagreements over GE corn. Since such disputes can have widespread repercussions on multilateral trade, the establishment of this panel and the potential for nongovernmental entities to influence its decisions could dramatically reshape the landscape of agri-biotech patent rights and trade disputes.
Matthews and Reynolds offer crucial insights into this evolving landscape. From the intricacies of the USMCA to the finer nuances of the dispute resolution panel, their conversation is a must-listen for anyone invested in international trade law, agricultural biotechnology or patent rights.