Abstract

This essay presents the new Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) whose negotiations are still going on between the EU and the USA, on both its positive and negative aspects. Particular consideration is given to the effects that will eventually be felt in Europe in respect of social rights and labour market issues. The pursuit of sustainable development is proposed as a key guiding principle to be followed if rights are to be protected. Finally, the author reflects on the implications of the publishing of "the Mandate".