National Legal Article Writing Competition, 2025

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ABOUT THE COMPETITION​

The SPIL Mumbai, National Legal Article Writing Competition, 2025 (“Competition”) stands as an annual testament to the pursuit of scholarly excellence, providing a distinguished platform for students across diverse academic backgrounds to delve into contemporary legal and policy issues. The Competition is a beacon, encouraging meticulous research and analysis in the field of International Law. The primary objective of this esteemed Competition is to stimulate intellectual curiosity and foster academic growth among participants. Following the submission phase, a rigorous review is undertaken by a panel of seasoned experts to evaluate the entries. The pinnacle of achievement lies in the recognition of the Best Article, the Second-best Article, and the Third-best Article, all of which may be chosen for publication in the prestigious GLC-SPIL International Law Journal, subject to the discretion of the Board of Editors. This publication provides a valuable platform for authors to showcase their research and contribute to the broader legal and policy discourse.

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THEME​​

In an era marked by global integration and economic interdependence, international trade has become the lifeblood of the modern world. While it offers immense opportunities for growth, innovation, and prosperity, it also presents complex legal challenges that transcend national boundaries.

Recognising the significance of these dynamics, SPIL, Mumbai, has selected “International Trade Law” as the theme for the National Legal Article Writing Competition 2025. This theme seeks to engage budding legal scholars in a critical exploration of the frameworks, principles, and evolving jurisprudence that shape the global trade regime today. The selection of this theme underscores the pivotal role that law plays in regulating the global marketplace and ensuring that trade is not only free but also fair. Participants will delve into pressing issues such as tariff disputes, trade wars, the regulation of cross-border ecommerce, the role of the World Trade Organization, and the growing tension between trade liberalisation and protectionist policies.

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TOPICS

• The Role of International Trade Law in Global Food Security and Agricultural Subsidies

• Sanctions and Export Controls: Analysing the Weaponisation of International Trade Law

• Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) in Trade Agreement: Balancing State Sovereignty and Foreign Investment

• Trade, Development, and Inequality: Assessing the WTO’s Special and Differential Treatment Regime for the Global South

• International Trade and Human Rights: Labor Standards and Trade Agreements

• The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and WTO Compatibility

• Trade and Public Health: Revisiting TRIPS, Vaccine Access, and Global Health Equity Post-COVI​D.

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