Assessing the Impact of International Investment Treaties on Developing Countries' Economic Policy Autonomy

1. Introduction 2. Overview of International Investment Treaties 2.1 Historical Development 2.2 Key Provisions and Objectives 2.3 Types of Investment Treaties 3. Economic Policy Autonomy in Developing Countries 3.1 Definition and Importance 3.2 Challenges to Policy Autonomy 3.3 Role in Economic Development 4. Impact of Investment Treaties on Policy Autonomy 4.1 Benefits for Developing Countries 4.2 Limitations Imposed by Treaties 4.3 Case Studies from Selected Countries 5. Legal and Institutional Framework 5.1 International Arbitration Mechanisms 5.2 Role of Multilateral Organizations 5.3 National Legal Systems 6. Case Studies on Policy Autonomy 6.1 Latin American Countries 6.2 African Nations 6.3 Asian Experiences 7. Policy Responses and Adaptations 7.1 Renegotiation of Treaty Terms 7.2 Strengthening Domestic Institutions 7.3 Regional Cooperation Strategies 8. Future Directions and Recommendations 8.1 Enhancing Treaty Flexibility 8.2 Balancing Investment and Autonomy 8.3 Promoting Sustainable Economic Growth