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Recent News About World Trade Organization
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Bahrain contributes $200K to WTO-ITC fund supporting women exporters
Bahrain has contributed USD 200,000 to the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, a joint initiative by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC).
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WTO committee reviews farm policies amid ongoing global food security concerns
The World Trade Organization (WTO) Committee on Agriculture convened to review recent developments in global agricultural markets, food security, and the implementation of ministerial decisions.
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Ethiopia advances toward wto membership following key reforms
A high-level Ethiopian delegation led by Minister Kassahun visited Geneva to advance the country's bid to join the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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WTO deputy director-general discusses organization's continued importance with Chinese business leaders
We are facing multiple challenges and uncertainties," DDG Zhang told the visiting entrepreneurs.
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EU appeals panel report over biodiesel duties amid continued deadlock at WTO appellate body
The European Union has appealed a World Trade Organization (WTO) panel report concerning countervailing duties imposed on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia.
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WTO prepares e-commerce agenda ahead of upcoming ministerial conference
WTO members are preparing to advance discussions on electronic commerce ahead of the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14), scheduled for March 26-29, 2026, in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
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WTO-World Bank initiative highlights progress on Africa's digital trade development
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Bank have reported significant progress in advancing digital trade across Africa, following the launch of their joint “Digital Trade for Africa” (DTA) project.
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WTO chief welcomes China’s move as boost for reform efforts
China has announced a decision that is expected to influence the direction of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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John H. Jackson Moot Court launches with new training webinars for global students
The John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition, a simulated hearing based on the World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement process, is set to begin with new support measures for participants.
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Egypt begins safeguard probe into iron and steel billet imports
Egypt has launched a safeguard investigation into imports of semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel (billets).
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WTO releases trade policy review documents for Zambia
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents related to its latest Trade Policy Review of Zambia.
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WTO opens NGO accreditation for Yaoundé Ministerial Conference
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened the accreditation process for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) wishing to participate in the upcoming Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé.
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WTO and FAO highlight progress from joint efforts on member priorities
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have highlighted the outcomes of their ongoing cooperation in addressing priorities set by WTO members.
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WTO: Artificial intelligence could raise global trade by over one-third by 2040
Global trade could increase by up to 37 percent by 2040 if economies address gaps in access to artificial intelligence, according to the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) World Trade Report 2025.
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World Trade Organization appoints Robert W. Staiger as new Chief Economist
Professor Robert W. Staiger has been appointed as the new Chief Economist and Director of the Economic Research and Statistics Division (ERSD) at the World Trade Organization, according to an announcement made by the Director-General.
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Thailand initiates safeguard probe into polypropylene imports
Thailand has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of polypropylene, according to a notification from the Department of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce.
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WTO youth hackathon highlights student solutions for global food security
Three teams of students from over ten countries presented proposals on trade and food security at a World Trade Organization (WTO) hackathon held in Geneva.
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WTO Director-General calls for stronger parliamentary backing ahead of key ministerial conference
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has called on parliamentarians to increase their support for multilateralism and ongoing WTO reform efforts.
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DG Okonjo-Iweala highlights partnership role at forum on LDC opportunities
An event co-organized by The Gambia, Germany, and the Executive Secretariat of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF) took place as part of the EIF Global Forum 2025 under the theme "Accelerating Impact – On the Road to EIF Phase Three."
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WTO leaders stress partnerships as key for successful rollout of Investment Facilitation Agreement
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has commended the 127 World Trade Organization (WTO) members involved in the Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) Agreement, describing it as a milestone in establishing global standards to improve...