Student notes

Discover analyses on trade-related issues authored by students, including contributions from current and recent Master of International Trade candidates.

Are you part of the MIntTr programme, a PhD candidate, or a Master’s student at the University interested in international trade issues? The NZCIEL invites current and recent students to contribute to our Student Notes section. This is your chance to showcase your perspectives on international trade law and related topics. Whether you want to explore new trends, comment on legal developments, or share your research findings, we welcome your submissions.

Submission guidelines

Student notes should be between 1,200 and 2,500 words and must follow the New Zealand Law Style Guide (NZLSG) for university work (see NZLSG, Appendix 7). Submissions should provide clear, concise, and original insights into trade-related issues. Notes should be submitted in an editable format such as .docx , .odt , .md, or .txt . There are no deadlines at this stage, and we accept notes on a rolling basis.

Submissions

2025

The topic for this year is "Shaping Sustainable Trade Practices in the Indo-Pacific: Opportunities and Challenges".

New Zealand has taken a leading role in advancing the integration of sustainability into global trade through initiatives like the Agreement on Climate Change, Trade, and Sustainability (ACCTS). This sets a global precedent putting the Indo-Pacific region at the forefront of efforts to integrate sustainability into trade practices.

This year’s topic explores how regional trade policies and agreements can promote environmental protection, combat climate change, and ensure economic resilience in international trade including digital trade and sustainable supply chains.