Resistance to internationally agreed standards
- Failure to conform to internationally agreed standards
- Insufficient standardization
- Inadequate harmonization of standards
Nature
Differing standards constitute a significant barrier to the free movement of goods between countries.
Incidence
In 1988 it was estimated that the costs of such standards in impeding trade throughout the European Community was ECU 20 billion.
Claim
Resistance to internationally agreed standards poses a significant threat to global cooperation and progress. It undermines efforts to address pressing issues like climate change, public health, and trade fairness. When nations prioritize self-interest over collective agreements, it fosters division, hinders innovation, and exacerbates inequalities. This refusal to adhere to shared standards not only jeopardizes the well-being of future generations but also erodes trust among nations, making it imperative that we confront and overcome this critical challenge.
Counter-claim
Efforts to promote common European health standards should not impinge on the diversity and character of Europe's food and drink. The very phrase "minimum hygiene standards" should strike terror into the hearts of any true-born Frenchman. There are many people who would find that life is not worth living unless you have a choice of all the gloriously unhygienic things which humankind – especially the French portion of it – has lovingly created, notably bacteria-contaminated soft cheeses.
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Value
Reference
SDG
Metadata
Database
World problems
Type
(C) Cross-sectoral problems
Biological classification
N/A
Subject
Research, standards » Quality unification
Research, standards » Standards
Societal problems » Failure
Societal problems » Inadequacy
Content quality
Presentable
Language
English
1A4N
C4591
DOCID
11345910
D7NID
133850
Last update
Dec 1, 2022