The 2024 Public Forum will explore how re-globalization through trade can lead to a better world. It will focus on how green policies, services, and digitalization can contribute to this objective.
The Forum will commence with the launch of the World Trade Report, which this year examines the complex interlinkages between trade and inclusiveness across and within economies. Additionally, it will feature a lecture by Jason Furman, Aetna Professor of the Practice of Economic Policy at Harvard University and former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers during Barack Obama's presidency. Following his presentation, Professor Furman will engage in a fireside chat with Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, offering participants an opportunity to witness a candid exchange on the potential of re-globalization amid geopolitical uncertainty.
Several interactive activities are scheduled throughout the Forum, including an immersive exhibition by the International Trade Centre (ITC) to celebrate its 60th anniversary.
World Trade Organization Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
| World Trade Organization
The full programme is available online. The Forum is an in-person event held at the WTO's headquarters in Geneva. For those unable to attend, many sessions will be livestreamed on the WTO website. Registration for new attendees is now closed.