Professor Hudec's Contribution to World Order

Abstract

For over three decades, Professor Robert E. Hudec shaped the field of international trade law, and inspired students, colleagues, and policy-makers around the world. Professor Hudec was a spirited, witty, unassuming, kind, and honest man. He enjoyed having his ideas contested by others, and was willing to spend time to help colleagues and students think through their ideas. This tribute to Professor Hudec collects a series of stories and acknowledgments from his peers and colleagues.

Keywords: Robert Hudec, tribute, international trade law, General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, GATT, World Trade Organization, WTO

JEL Classification: F10, K33