WorksheetsTổng ôn WTO
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When was the WTO officially established?
1947
01/01/1995
2001
07/11/2006
What was the predecessor organization of the WTO?
APEC
IMF
GATT
UNCTAD
Which negotiation round led to the establishment of the WTO?
Doha Round
Geneva Round
Uruguay Round
Tokyo Round
What is the main goal of establishing the WTO?
Increase tariffs to protect domestic production
Create a free, transparent, and fair global trade system
Completely abolish trade borders
Supervise the international financial system
What is the purpose of the WTO's function in resolving trade disputes among member countries?
Impose penalties on violating countries
Ensure disputes are handled fairly and legally
Pressure developing countries
Prohibit arms exports
Which of the following is NOT a function of the WTO?
Manage the implementation of trade agreements
Organize trade negotiations
Subsidize poor countries
Supervise members' trade policies
Which organizations does the WTO cooperate with to coordinate global economic development?
United Nations and NATO
IMF, WB, and UNCTAD
WHO and FAO
OPEC and EU
Which role reflects the importance of the WTO in global trade?
Prevent international trade
Mediate interest rates between countries
Act as an 'arbitrator', 'bridge', and 'driving force' for economic growth
Replace the role of national governments
Thanks to the WTO, member countries can:
Completely avoid trade barriers
Monopolize exports to other countries
Participate in a 'fair trade playground' with unified principles
Freely apply protectionist policies without constraints
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What does the WTO require its members to transparently announce their trade policies?
Hinders internal policy
Easier trade control
Ensures clear information, reduces disputes and builds trust
Excludes non-transparent countries from the system
What does the principle of Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) require?
Preferential treatment for goods from neighboring countries
Equal treatment for all WTO members if one country is favored
Complete tax exemption for imported goods
Only applies to developing countries
Which of the following is NOT an exception to the MFN principle?
Free trade area
Generalized System of Preferences (GSP)
Trade defense agreements
Programs supporting small domestic enterprises
What does the National Treatment principle require?
Imported goods are favored over domestic goods
Treat imported goods like domestic goods after customs clearance
Increase taxes on foreign goods
Prohibit the import of foreign products
In which case does the National Treatment principle NOT apply?
Imported goods have cleared customs
Domestic regulations affecting competition
Disputes related to special consumption taxes
Goods are outside the customs area
What does the WTO's principle of free trade emphasize?
Completely abolishing trade borders
Freedom to protect the economy
Opening markets, reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers
Limiting imports to protect domestic production
Which of the following measures is not consistent with the WTO's principle of trade liberalization?
Tariff reduction
Import ban under quotas
Expansion of service markets
Commitment to eliminate non-tariff barriers
The principle of transparency requires member countries to:
Keep trade information confidential
Publicly and timely announce policies and regulations affecting trade
Not allow trade information to be searched
Decide domestic trade rules without notification
Which organization in Vietnam was established to implement the principle of transparency in the field of quarantine?
Ministry of Science and Technology
General Statistics Office
SPS and TBT Inquiry Point
State Bank of Vietnam
How does the WTO promote fair competition?
Allow unlimited subsidies
Prohibit dumping and unfair subsidies
Restrict the export rights of large enterprises
Support state trade monopolies
What is one specific manifestation of promoting fair competition?
Prioritize domestic goods in all cases
Impose import taxes to protect state enterprises
Apply anti-dumping taxes when necessary
Refuse to import foreign goods
According to the Most Favored Nation (MFN) principle, if a WTO member grants tariff preferences to one member country, then:
Other countries cannot benefit because there is no bilateral agreement
Only developed countries can enjoy those preferences
Those preferences must be applied to all other WTO member countries
Only applicable to countries within the same economic area
Which document stipulates the MFN principle?
Article III GATT
Article I GATT
Article IV
Which document stipulates the MFN principle?
Article III GATT
Article I GATT
Article IV TRIPS
Article XVI GATS
What type of measures does the MFN principle primarily apply to?
Monetary policy
Domestic measures
Border measures such as tariffs and import quotas
Health policy
In which of the following cases is the MFN principle not mandatory?
When the imported product is essential goods
Within the framework of free trade agreements or customs unions
When tariffs exceed commitments
When there is a dispute at the WTO
What is the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP)?
A measure contrary to the MFN principle
An exception accepted by the WTO allowing unilateral preferences for developing countries
A special agreement between developed countries
A form of preferential treatment under GATT
Why does the WTO allow some exceptions to the MFN principle?
Because the MFN principle is no longer effective
Because special conditions are needed for developing countries and integration areas
Because the WTO only manages trade in goods
Because large countries want to have their own advantages
If the United States imposes a 10% import tax on coffee from Brazil, under the MFN principle, this tax must be applied to Vietnam if:
Vietnam is an FTA partner with the US
Vietnam is not a WTO member
Vietnam is a WTO member and does not fall under any exceptions
Vietnam has a dispute over intellectual property rights
Economic integration areas formed before 1947, such as the Commonwealth, must comply with MFN according to the WTO:
Must comply with MFN
Considered a violation of the MFN principle
Allowed to maintain exceptions for tariff preferences
Revoked trade rights in the WTO
What does the principle of National Treatment (NT) require?
Imported goods must be taxed higher to protect domestic production
After import, foreign goods must be treated no less favorably than domestic goods
Countries must exempt all imported goods from taxes
Countries must allow free movement of all types of goods
What is the main purpose of the principle of National Treatment?
To create special advantages for foreign goods
To encourage the export of domestic goods
To ensure fair competition opportunities between domestic and imported goods
To restrict foreign goods' access to the market
When does the principle of National Treatment apply?
Before goods pass through customs
During the production phase in the exporting country
After imported goods have passed through customs
When signing trade agreements
Which WTO agreements stipulate the NT principle?
GATT, GATS, and TRIPS
GATT and NAFTA
TRIPS and CPTPP
EVFTA and GATT
Which exception is allowed to violate the principle of National Treatment?
Imposing higher import taxes than export taxes
Subsidizing domestic enterprises
Banning all imported goods
Applying anti-dumping taxes
Which activity does not need to comply with the principle of National Treatment according to WTO regulations?
Retailing consumer goods
Government Procurement
Importing pharmaceutical products
Financial services
According to Article IV GATT, which service can WTO member countries apply exceptions to?
Banking services
Health services
What does the principle of Free Trade of WTO mean?
Countries can impose high taxes at will
Open markets, reduce barriers for goods, services, and investment to circulate smoothly
Completely prohibit imports to protect the domestic market
Only allow developed countries to participate in the global market
What is the main purpose of the principle of Free Trade?
Increase state budget revenue through taxes
Restrict foreign goods
Promote the circulation of goods, services, investment, and economic growth
Prioritize domestic goods
Which content does not belong to the manifestation of the principle of Free Trade?
Reduce tariffs
Apply import quotas
Eliminate non-tariff barriers
Open the investment market
The principle of Free Trade does NOT apply in which case?
When protecting public health
When there is a commitment to open services in WTO
When eliminating import quotas
When committing to reduce tariffs in GATT
Which article of GATS regulates the principle of Free Trade in services?
Article I
Article III
Article XVI
Article XXIV
In GATT, the principle of free trade is most clearly expressed through which regulation?
Prohibit export subsidies
Prohibit quantitative restrictions (quota)
Prohibit discrimination
Prohibit domestic taxes
Vietnam signing the EVFTA agreement with the EU is evidence of:
Strengthening domestic trade protection
Expanding trade through free trade commitments
Preventing the export of agricultural products
Avoiding countervailing duties
What does WTO promote through trade?
Strengthening domestic trade protection
Expanding trade through free trade commitments
Preventing the export of agricultural products
Avoiding countervailing duties
How does WTO promote free trade?
Allowing trade restrictions when necessary
Requiring all members to reduce and eliminate tariffs and non-tariff barriers as committed
Restricting the export of goods from developing countries
Allowing countries to refuse to open markets if not beneficial
What does the principle of transparency in WTO require members to do?
Freely apply any domestic policy without notification
Keep trade information confidential to avoid competition
Publicly, clearly, and timely disclose trade policies affecting other member countries
Not share information about laws related to import and export
What is the purpose of the principle of transparency?
Protecting business information of domestic enterprises
Creating fairness, reducing surprises, and increasing trust among members
Reducing WTO's monitoring pressure
Restricting imports from non-transparent countries
What obligation do WTO members have under the principle of transparency?
Announce changes in laws 6 months late
Not required to share technical information
Quickly notify any changes in laws, regulations, trade policies
Only announce to major countries in WTO
What is the purpose of establishing 'TBT and SPS inquiry points'?
Most-favored-nation
Free trade
National treatment
Transparency
Which agency in Vietnam is responsible for announcing technical standards according to the principle of transparency?
General Department of Customs
Ministry of Public Security
General Department of Standards, Metrology and Quality (TBT Vietnam)
State Bank of Vietnam
Who is responsible for announcing technical standards in Vietnam according to the principle of transparency?
General Department of Customs
Ministry of Public Security
General Department of Standards, Metrology and Quality (TBT Vietnam)
State Bank of Vietnam
The EU's public disclosure of all regulations on trade, quarantine, and intellectual property on the EU-Lex system is an example of:
Most-favored-nation
Free trade
Transparency
Countervailing subsidies
The principle of promoting fair competition in the WTO requires:
Strengthening protection for state-owned enterprises
Countries are free to subsidize to compete better
Countries must not distort the market and ensure fair competition
Only applicable to developed countries
The purpose of the principle of promoting fair competition is:
To limit competition among enterprises
To create conditions for large enterprises to monopolize the market
To prevent dumping, illegal subsidies, and trade fraud
To prohibit all forms of competition
Which agreement directly relates to the handling of unfair subsidies in the WTO?
GATS Agreement
Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures (SCM Agreement)
SPS Agreement
TRIPS Agreement
Which measure is allowed by the WTO to protect fair competition?
Prohibit all goods from subsidized countries
Impose anti-dumping duties
Prohibit trade with countries selling goods cheaply
Increase domestic taxes on foreign goods
A country exports goods at a price lower than production costs to dominate another market is an act of:
Fair competition
Legal subsidies
Dumping
Tariff preferences
Domestic enterprises suffer serious damage due to subsidized foreign goods. The importing country can:
Ignore it because the WTO prohibits intervention
Withdraw from the WTO
File a complaint with the WTO and apply
Domestic enterprises suffer serious damage due to subsidized foreign goods. The importing country can:
Ignore it because WTO prohibits intervention
Withdraw from WTO
File a complaint with WTO and apply legal countermeasures
Retaliate by banning exports to that country
The principle of promoting fair competition does NOT include which of the following contents?
Encouraging transparent competition
Preventing unfair dumping and subsidies
Allowing market distortion to support state-owned enterprises
Ensuring a fair trade environment among countries
When did Vietnam officially become a member of WTO?
01/01/1995
11/01/2007
07/11/2006
12/12/2001
When did the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) between Vietnam and the United States take effect?
1996
2000
2001
2002
When did Vietnam conclude bilateral negotiations with its last partner (the United States)?
2004
2005
2006
2007
When did Vietnam apply to join WTO?
1992
1995
1998
2000
From 2006 to 2021, Vietnam's export turnover:
Doubled
Increased more than 7 times
Remained unchanged
Slightly decreased due to competition
One of the outstanding achievements after Vietnam joined WTO is:
Decreased FDI investment attraction
Only increased agricultural exports
Expanded the market, attracted FDI, reformed institutions
Decreased labor productivity
The biggest challenge for Vietnamese enterprises after joining WTO is:
Lack of unskilled labor
Intense competition from foreign goods
No opportunity to access international markets
Decreased domestic consumption demand
One of the limitations after joining WTO is:
Exports are banned
Increased import taxes
Domestic enterprises depend on
One of the limitations after joining WTO is:
Export is prohibited
Increase import taxes
Domestic enterprises depend on FDI and weak links
Increase state monopoly
The trend of 'peaceful cooperation for progress and development' reflects what?
Promote global arms race
Trade competition among major countries
Prioritize conflict resolution through peaceful means, promoting sustainable development
Separate nations to avoid war
One of the main goals of the trend of global cooperation is:
Increase competition among countries
Improve people's living standards, ensure global security and stability
Protect the interests of major countries
Completely eliminate capitalism
A clear manifestation of the trend of peaceful cooperation is what?
Increase the use of force in disputes
Develop global military strategies
Sign many free trade agreements (FTAs) and economic cooperation
Close economic borders between countries
Which of the following examples correctly reflects the spirit of the trend of cooperation for progress?
US-China trade war
The development of the TradeLens system based on blockchain technology to manage global transport
Investment in high-tech weapons
Withdrawal from multilateral organizations
Why is the trend of peace and cooperation becoming increasingly important in the modern world?
Because war helps countries develop faster
Because countries want to close their markets
Because sustainable development needs to rely on cooperation, sharing benefits, and global stability
Because countries no longer have trade needs
The trend of shifting to new global technology platforms reflects what?
What does the trend of shifting to a new global technology platform reflect?
Countries limit the application of technology to avoid dependence
Technology becomes a driving factor for globalization, connecting the world
Returning to traditional technology
Only developing technology in the military field
What are the characteristics of the current global technology platform?
Isolating each country in technology application
Focusing only on manual production
Integrating digital technology, cross-border connectivity, supporting global trade
Completely separating technology from commerce
What is a prominent manifestation of the global technology trend in trade?
Transactions through traditional paperwork
Increasing the application of digital technology and e-commerce in the supply chain
Reducing internet use in production activities
Halting international cooperation in technology
Which of the following examples correctly reflects the trend of shifting to global technology?
Developing the TradeLens system using blockchain to manage international cargo transport
Returning to paper invoices instead of digitization
Closing online payment platforms
Refusing technical cooperation between countries
Why has the trend of shifting to a global technology platform become inevitable?
To reduce competition between countries
Because technology helps increase efficiency, transparency, and global connectivity
Because countries want to separate from each other
Because traditional technology does not cause pollution
What is regionalization?
The process of dividing countries by political territory
Economic linkage and cooperation between countries in a geographical area
The whole world using a common currency
Competition between military regions
What is globalization understood as?
Internal linkage within a country
Linkage and integration on a global scale in economics, culture, society, and politics
The independent separation between countries
Strengthening nationalism
What is a clear manifestation of regionalization?
Restricting trade with neighboring regions
Forming free trade agreements in the region such as ASEAN, EU
Developing military in the region
Closing the economy for self-development
Economic globalization is clearly reflected through:
Growth of domestic trade
Development of domestic monopoly technology
Expanding trade in goods, services, and investment worldwide
Using a separate currency for each continent
Which of the following examples reflects both regionalization and globalization?
Withdrawing from WTO
Signing the RCEP agreement between 15 Asia-Pacific countries
Preventing exports to other regions
Reducing consumption of foreign goods
Why are regionalization and globalization inevitable trends?
Because it isolates the economy of each country
Because it helps reduce global transportation costs
Because it promotes cooperation, economic growth, and sustainable development
Because it completely replaces national governments
The trend of market economy - opening up is most clearly expressed in which of the following points?
The state manages the entire economy by command
Countries are increasingly narrowing international trade
Transitioning from a planned economy to a regulated market economy
Ceasing participation in multilateral trade organizations
One of the manifestations of the trend of opening up and integration is?
What is the expression of the trend of opening up and integration?
Nationalization of all enterprises
Applying a single price mechanism nationwide
Liberalizing trade, attracting foreign investment
Closing the financial market
The issuance of the Foreign Investment Law in Vietnam in 1987 is a manifestation of:
Absolute protection of domestic production
Non-market competition
The policy of developing a market economy with foreign elements
Banning FDI flows
The reform of financial policies and the expansion of the private sector in developing countries shows:
Decreased international competition
The state's withdrawal from the economy
The trend of policy adjustment, market expansion, and attracting international cooperation
Stopping regional cooperation
What is the most important significance of the trend towards a market economy?
Diminishing the role of the state
Promoting economic development, effectively utilizing resources, and global integration
Protecting domestic monopolies
Reducing international trade
The goal of developing a market economy oriented towards integration is:
Self-sufficiency
Deep integration into the global economy for sustainable development
Preventing international influence
Being completely dependent on TNCs
What is a transnational corporation (TNC)?
A company operating domestically in one country
A company that only exports goods without production facilities abroad
A company headquartered in one country but operating, investing, and doing business in many other countries
A state-owned enterprise operating independently
What is a prominent feature of TNCs?
Only selling goods through the domestic network
Having multiple nationalities
Large scale, high technology, and global operational scope
What is a prominent feature of TNCs?
Only sell products through the domestic market
Own multiple nationalities
Have large scale, high technology, and global operations
Mainly operate in the agricultural sector
Which company is a typical example of TNCs?
Viet Tien Garment Company
Vinamilk
Apple Inc.
Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN)
A clear manifestation of the development of TNCs is:
Only invest in developed countries
Contribute to promoting globalization, international labor division, and capital investment circulation
Reduce economic links
Limit the development of consumer markets
The positive impact of TNCs on developing countries is:
Increase unemployment rate
Unfair competition
Technology transfer, job creation, market expansion
Severe environmental pollution
What issues can TNCs cause for the host country?
No impact on the economy
Contribute to enhancing national sovereignty
Put pressure on the environment, compete with weak domestic enterprises
Strengthen the role of the state in the economy
What prominent feature of the Asia-Pacific region is mentioned in trend 6?
Slow and stable growth
Completely dependent on Western countries
Dynamic development, becoming a new economic growth center
Only develop in the agricultural sector
The phrase 'dynamic' in this trend represents:
Unstable growth
Strong development, multi-sector, attracting investment and innovation
Backwardness in economic structure
Complete financial independence
Which country is considered the center of technology and innovation in the Asia-Pacific region?
Laos
South Korea
Cuba
Egypt
Which country is considered the center of technology and innovation in the Asia-Pacific region?
Laos
South Korea
Cuba
Egypt
Which economic organization promotes cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region?
ASEAN
APEC
EU
NAFTA
What is a sign that the Asia-Pacific region is becoming a dynamic development area?
Withdrawing from international trade organizations
Rapid GDP growth, attracting FDI, developing technology
Halting international trade
Completely separating from the global market
What is the significance of the development of the Asia-Pacific region for Vietnam?
Reduces opportunities for international cooperation
Increases competitiveness of state-owned enterprises
Expands markets, attracts investment, creates economic development momentum
Reduces the role of European countries
During the economic recession, which factor tends to decline more sharply?
Population growth
Global GDP
International trade
Investment capital flow
What role does export play in the global economy?
A tool for regulating interest rates
A driver of economic growth
A measure to control prices
An alternative source for domestic consumption
What is the main reason for the decline in global trade volume in 2023?
Low population growth
High energy prices and inflation
Labor shortages
Stronger trade protection policies
Which region is forecasted to uniquely experience a decline in imports post-COVID-19?
Asia
South America
Africa
Europe
Which platform is a typical example of cross-border e-commerce?
Lazada Vietnam
Tiki
Amazon
Sendo
Which technology increases transparency and security in the supply chain?
Big Data
IoT
Blockchain
What does e-commerce represent in cross-border trade?
Lazada Vietnam
Tiki
Amazon
Sendo
Which technology increases transparency and security in the supply chain?
Big Data
IoT
Blockchain
Cloud storage
Cross-border e-commerce is developing strongly due to:
Increased domestic logistics costs
Consumers prefer international goods
Trade policy restrictions
The depreciation of the USD
What factor do modern consumer trends prioritize?
Low prices
Fast delivery times
Sustainability and social responsibility
Tradition
What percentage of global trade value is currently accounted for by semi-finished goods?
30%
40%
50%
60%
Which type of service is developing the fastest in international trade?
Tourism
Digital services
Maritime transport
Traditional financial consulting
The strong increase in intra-company trade is due to:
Increased domestic production costs
Global production networks of TNCs
Increased consumer demand
The development of traditional retail
The increasing level of global competition is mainly due to:
Population explosion
Trade liberalization and technology
Rising inflation
Market closure trends
What factor causes the disparity in competitive ability between countries?
Different climates
Natural resource availability
Technology and capital levels
Population size
The increasing competition in agricultural products is due to:
Decreased consumer demand
Developed countries producing substitute products
Outdated agriculture
Increased export taxes
