Economic Law
/ˌɛkəˈnɑːmɪk lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A branch of law dealing with regulations and legal principles governing economic activities, markets, trade, and financial transactions.
Economic law governs the rules that regulate commerce and fiscal policy within a jurisdiction.
- (n.) The system of legal norms that influence economic behavior and market operations at national or international levels.
International economic law shapes trade agreements between countries.
Forms
- economic law
- economic laws
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Commentary
Economic law encompasses a broad range of regulatory frameworks; drafters should specify the relevant subdomain (e.g., competition law, trade law) for clarity.
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