Policy Analysis

To put it simply, this is a space for our policy experts to wonk out—after all, some issues can only be tackled with technical expertise on niche subjects. IISD's team understands the importance of effective commentary and the ways in which it can lead to transformative policy change in the real world.

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Agricultural Subsidies: A case for Uganda

Jane Nalunga and Jonathan Lubega examine Uganda's agricultural subsidies, offering recommendations for redesigning them to foster sustainability.

Policy Analysis

December 2, 2024

Agricultural Subsidies in India: A critical balancing act

Ranja Sengupta explores the socio-economic impact of agricultural subsidies in India and underscores the need for effective policy adjustments.

Policy Analysis

December 2, 2024

Challenges to Fostering Low-Carbon Agriculture Through Public Policies and Support in Brazil

Leila Harfuch, Rodrigo C. A. Lima, and Gustavo Dantas Lobo examine how low-carbon agriculture policies can balance production with conservation for more sustainable agriculture in Brazil.

Policy Analysis

December 2, 2024

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Indigenous Protected Areas, a Way to Meet Human and Environmental Challenges?

This commentary examines Indigenous Protected Areas (IPAs) and their growing importance in recognizing the rights of indigenous societies and safeguarding biological diversity.

Policy Analysis December 4, 2017

Is “Moonlighting” a Problem? The role of ICJ judges in ISDS

Sitting judges of the International Court of Justice have worked as arbitrators in at least 90 investor–state dispute settlement cases. This commentary presents new data and examines the implications.

Policy Analysis November 23, 2017

Environmental and Public Interest Considerations in NAFTA Renegotiation

This commentary supports and contributes to propositions on how NAFTA parties should seek to modernize the agreement for the benefit of the North American public and ecosystems.

Policy Analysis November 1, 2017

Renegotiating NAFTA: Pros and cons for Canada and Mexico

As NAFTA renegotiations continue, it is useful to examine what might happen if NAFTA tariff preferences disappear. This paper uses an economic trade model to simulate the impacts of a 20 per cent tariff increase in North American industries such as energy, steel, cement and automobiles.

Policy Analysis September 25, 2017

NAFTA Renegotiations Must Protect 20 Years of Progress on Labour and Environmental Protections in Trade Agreements and Address New Risks

Sandra Polaski, an expert on labour and social policy issues at national and global levels gives us her take on the NAFTA negotiations in relation to labour, environment and trade agreements.

Policy Analysis September 21, 2017

Response to the United States Trade Representative’s Stated Objectives on NAFTA Negotiations: An environmental perspective

On July 17, 2017, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) published its Summary of Objectives for the NAFTA renegotiation. Taking a sustainable development perspective, this response examines the USTR objectives and how they directly or indirectly relate to sustainable growth through international trade and investment.

Policy Analysis August 14, 2017

United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), Fiftieth Session, Vienna, July 3-21, 2017: Submission by IISD regarding the reform of investment-related dispute settlement

IISD's participation in the multilateral process in UNCITRAL is aimed at promoting the much-needed development of a comprehensive and inclusive investment-related dispute settlement mechanism.

Policy Analysis July 7, 2017

What Is the Link Between Hunger and Migration?

In the context of the current refugee crisis—and the rhetoric surrounding international migration—we investigated how international migration is affected by economic growth, hunger and increased agricultural productivity.

Policy Analysis June 30, 2017

IISD Speech: President and CEO Scott Vaughan at the World Circular Economy Forum 2017, Helsinki

IISD President and CEO Scott Vaughan speech from the World Circular Economy Forum 2017 on June 6, 2017 in Helsinki.

Policy Analysis June 6, 2017

NAFTA’s Environmental Record: History, outcomes, impacts and options

IISD has asked various experts from across Canada, the United States and Mexico to give their perspectives on NAFTA and the pending negotiations. This commentary, written by IISD President and CEO Scott Vaughan, is the introductary piece in this series.

Policy Analysis June 1, 2017

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Agricultural Subsidies: A case for Uganda

Agricultural Subsidies in India: A critical balancing act

Challenges to Fostering Low-Carbon Agriculture Through Public Policies and Support in Brazil

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