Functioning of the GATT System

Functioning of the GATT System (FOGS) and the GATT Policy Negotiations

In relation to the GATT Policy Negotiations, Christopher Mark (1993) provided the following explanation and/or definition of Functioning of the GATT System (FOGS): Designation for a negotiating group in the Uruguay Round that dealt with measures to strengthen the GATT process, particularly by improving surveillance of members' trade policies; encouraging greater involvement of trade ministers in the GATT; and strengthening GATT's relationship with other international organizations such as the IMF. See Trade Policy Review Mechanism.