Trade-Related Investment Measures (TRIMs)

Trade-Related Investment Measures (TRIMs) are rules or regulations that countries impose on foreign investments to protect local industries. These measures can affect how foreign companies operate within a country, influencing aspects like production, management, and distribution. TRIMs aim to promote local economic development, but they can sometimes create barriers to trade. Established under the World Trade Organization (WTO), TRIMs ensure that such investment rules do not unfairly disadvantage foreign businesses or lead to trade conflicts. The goal is to balance protecting local interests while encouraging foreign investment and open trade.