← Back to

International Trade Laws

Understanding the Global E-Commerce Legal Framework

WTO E-commerce Guidelines

The WTO's framework for digital trade establishes principles for:

  • Non-discrimination in digital products
  • Transparency in regulations
  • Paperless trading initiatives
  • Electronic authentication

Case Study: Digital Services Tax

In 2020, several European countries implemented Digital Services Tax affecting e-commerce platforms. Key impacts:

  • 3% tax on digital service revenues
  • Affected companies with global revenues > €750 million
  • Changed pricing strategies for cross-border sales

Interactive Compliance Checker

Select your business type:

Regional Trade Agreements

Key regional agreements affecting e-commerce:

  • USMCA (North America)
  • EU Digital Single Market
  • ASEAN E-commerce Agreement
  • RCEP Digital Trade Provisions