World Trade Organization
Recent News About World Trade Organization
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Committee reviews new IT tools improving import licensing procedures
The Committee on Import Licensing Procedures, chaired by Tyesha Turner of Jamaica, has been working to improve transparency and simplify the notification process for import licensing.
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Philippines begins probe into cement imports for potential safeguard measures
The Philippines has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning cement imports.
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WTO reviews state trading enterprise notifications amid calls for transparency
The Working Party on State Trading Enterprises recently convened to review 32 new notifications from 26 World Trade Organization (WTO) members, including Argentina, the Kingdom of Bahrain, Brazil, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Eswatini, the European...
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WTO workshop highlights benefits of Information Technology Agreement
The recent workshop on the World Trade Organization (WTO) Information Technology Agreement (ITA) concluded in Geneva.
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WTO regional trade policy course concludes successfully in Togo
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded its Regional Trade Policy Course in Togo.
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European Council President calls for trust in multilateral cooperation
European Council President Charles Michel addressed a gathering of WTO ambassadors, Swiss authorities, and representatives from various sectors, highlighting the critical need for cooperation in a world facing numerous challenges.
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WTO discusses strategies to tackle global plastic pollution through trade
The recent meeting on plastics pollution has focused on three main issues critical to addressing the challenges of plastic waste while ensuring trade remains part of the solution.
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WTO DG urges continued focus on integrating least developed countries into global trade
DG Okonjo-Iweala has urged members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) to continue advancing work in trade and development, particularly in integrating Least Developed Countries (LDCs) into global trade.
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WTO members discuss recent anti-dumping action notifications
The World Trade Organization (WTO) members convened to review recent notifications of anti-dumping actions, discussing legislative submissions from Brazil, Cabo Verde, Solomon Islands, and the United States.
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Trade talks focus on climate measures ahead of Ministerial Conference
At the end of 2024, discussions on trade and environmental sustainability have been highlighted by members of the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD).
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Ellard discusses role of WTO in addressing trade challenges
Speaking to an audience of students and faculty members, DDG Ellard shared insights from her extensive experience throughout her career and in her current role at the WTO.
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WTO highlights low compliance with subsidy notification obligations
The recent committee meeting spotlighted issues related to transparency and subsidy notification compliance under the WTO's SCM Agreement.
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US contributes $180K for global food safety through SPS standards
The United States has contributed USD 180,000 to support food, animal, and plant health standards in developing countries.
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WTO members discuss compliance with safeguard rules at latest committee meeting
Japan and Australia emphasized the importance of compliance with rules when implementing safeguard actions during a recent World Trade Organization (WTO) committee meeting.
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Okonjo-Iweala urges reform of global trade amid new challenges
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called for a reimagining of the global trade system in response to growing challenges.
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Uzbekistan accelerates WTO accession efforts through significant economic reforms
Uzbekistan's efforts to join the World Trade Organization (WTO) were discussed at a high-level event in Washington D.C., with Deputy Director-General (DDG) Hill highlighting the country's progress.
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Uzbekistan advances toward WTO membership amid ongoing economic reforms
The 2024 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund included a discussion on Uzbekistan's path to accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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WTO-IFC collaboration aims to enhance supply chain financing for small businesses
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have been working together to improve access to supply chain finance, as highlighted by WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
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Netherlands Trainee Programme participants visit The Hague for trade policy study
The Netherlands Trainee Programme (NTP) participants recently embarked on a study visit to The Hague.
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Trade facilitation meeting addresses digitalization efforts
China, El Salvador, Georgia, Jamaica, and Japan have shared their national experiences with digitalization in the "Single Window for Trade Facilitation" process at a recent committee meeting.