Thomas Cottier
Thomas Cottier is an esteemed Swiss jurist and emeritus professor of European law and international economic law, known for his expertise in international arbitration and trade law. He has served as a judge in various high-profile cases within the World Trade Organization (WTO), including notable disputes involving the European Union and China. Cottier is a prominent advocate for Switzerland's closer integration with the European Union and leads the pro-European organization 'Die Schweiz in Europa.' His recent comments in the news highlight his belief that the proposed EU compensation mechanisms could provide Switzerland with a fairer negotiating position, allowing it to challenge EU measures effectively, particularly concerning the sensitive issue of free movement of people.
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Thomas Cottier is an emeritus professor of European and economic international law at the University of Bern.
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Thomas Cottier is a jurist who advocates for closer ties between Switzerland and the EU.
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