Number: RL31860 Title: U.S.-European Union Disputes in the World Trade Organization Authors: Raymond J. Ahearn, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division; and Jeanne J. Grimmett, American Law Division Abstract: This report discusses disputes in the World Trade Organization (WTO) between the United States and the European Union (EU). It begins with an overview of the issues to be addressed, and continues with a description of the WTO dispute settlement process, a summary of U.S.-EU dispute settlement history, and a review of issues arising from cases of longstanding non-compliance. The report concludes with a discussion of continuing concerns and policy considerations. Pages: 15 Date: Updated May 27, 2003