Hong Kong as an Actor in International Economic Law

The book offers a carefully constructed analysis of Hong Kong’s engagement with international economic law across unilateral, bilateral and multilateral dimensions. It makes a meaningful contribution to the literature on smaller jurisdictions, while also offering a valuable framework for thinking about the tensions between legal autonomy and geopolitical alignment. As such, it stands to inform and enrich future discussions on how semi-autonomous economies navigate the complexities of today’s international legal order. * International & Comparative Law Quarterly * The book is highly recommended to those interested in Hong Kong’s commercial regulation, its economic and legal policies as well as interplay with China and the global economy. It serves as an indispensable guide to understanding the unique and peculiar position of Hong Kong as an international economic law actor within a changing global environment as well as the challenges and opportunities it may face in the future. * International Trade Law & Regulation * Meticulously researched and exceptionally well-documented, it will prove indispensable for scholars, legal practitioners, and policymakers, particularly those with an interest in Greater China, Asian studies, or Indo-Pacific economic integration within the broader framework of international economic law. * International Community Law Review * The book is a valuable resource for those interested in international economic governance, providing essential perspectives on how smaller economies can traverse global economic pressures while maintaining their autonomy and relevance. [...] Chaisse presents a blueprint for understanding the broader implications of international economic law in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. * Foreign Trade Review * Through its critical and objective examination of Hong Kong’s legal system … this volume from Professor Chaisse serves as an essential resource for legal practitioners, scholars, and international economic diplomats interested in Hong Kong, China, and the broader Indo-Pacific region, as well as US-China and EU-China relations. It offers a comprehensive critique of Hong Kong’s position within international economic law, positioning itself at the forefront of trade and investment system studies. * Trade, Law and Development * Through a multi-dimensional approach integrating legal and economic analysis with targeted policy recommendations, Professor Julien Chaisse offers an in-depth assessment of Hong Kong’s complex role in international economic law. The book contributes both theoretical support and practical insights for advancing China’s regional and international cooperation in economic governance. * Xi’an Jiaotong University Journal *