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customs unionOrganization of autonomous countries where trade between member states is free of restrictions, but where a tariff or other restriction is placed on products entering the customs union from non-member states. Examples include the European Union (EU), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Central American Common Market, and the Economic Community of Central African States. In the 19th century, the establishment of the Zollverein between German states was a significant factor contributing to eventual political union in Germany. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Curiously, however, the past decade has seen the establishment of numerous trade agreements ranging from preferential trade areas to customs unions independent of the WTO. Some propounded customs unions, others pan-European union, while the French foreign minister, Aristide Briand, proposed "the establishment of a common market aiming to raise the level of human well-being on all the territories of the European community. Worldtariff also provides customized preference duty tables which assist in navigation through customs unions and free trade areas, such as NAFTA. |
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