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WTO selects new cohort for Young Trade Leaders Programme
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced the selection of its second cohort for the Young Trade Leaders Programme, initiated in 2024.
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Ghana accepts WTO agreement on fisheries subsidies
Ghana has officially accepted the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, joining other member nations in efforts to bring the agreement closer to enforcement.
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
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WTO Chairs Programme expands with new universities ahead of MC14
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Since its inception in 2010, the World Trade Organization (WTO) Chairs Programme has been aiding academic institutions in trade-related research, curriculum development, and policy outreach.
Enhanced Integrated Framework seeks global support for new phase
By Globe Banner | Jun 30, 2025
Co-organized by Djibouti, Finland, and the Executive Secretariat of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF), a recent event emphasized the importance of strengthening international partnerships to support trade and investment priorities in Least...
WTO conducts trade policy review for Norway
By Globe Banner | Jun 30, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents pertaining to the trade policy review of Norway.
WTO members discuss technology transfer and intellectual property issues
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Discussions at a recent meeting highlighted the role of voluntary technology transfer in enhancing innovation, productivity, and development in developing economies.
Small Business Champions 2025 winners announced; focus on digitalization and MC14 plan
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The winners of the 2025 Small Business Champions Competition have been announced, recognizing Silaiwali from India and NetZero Pallets from Vietnam.
TBT committee focuses on transparency in recent meetings
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Daniela García from Ecuador has handed over the role of Committee Chairperson to Beatriz Stevens of the United Kingdom.
Goods Trade Barometer indicates import surge amid tariff concerns
By Globe Banner | Jun 26, 2025
The Goods Trade Barometer, a key indicator for global trade, has shown an increase in imports during the first quarter of 2025, preceding anticipated tariff hikes.
New Zealand supports WTO Fish Fund with NZ$150k contribution
By Globe Banner | Jun 26, 2025
New Zealand has contributed NZ$ 150,000 to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Fisheries Funding Mechanism.
Trans-Oil grain tycoon Jhashi faces civil theft claim amid oligarch ties and monopoly accusations
By C.D. Marsden | Jun 25, 2025
As Vaja Jhashi—a powerful and controversial grain baron at the center of Eastern Europe’s agro-industrial world—faces explosive allegations of civil theft and financial deception in a Florida court, a closer look at his background reveals a troubling pattern.
Agriculture negotiations chair outlines progress prospects ahead of Ministerial Conference
By Globe Banner | Jun 25, 2025
Ambassador Hussain has been engaging in consultations on various agricultural negotiation topics ahead of the upcoming Ministerial Conference 14 (MC14).
WTO Chairs Programme expands to Togo with focus on trade knowledge
By Globe Banner | Jun 25, 2025
Le Togo a rejoint le Programme de chaires de l'Organisation mondiale du commerce (OMC), devenant ainsi le septième pays moins avancé à faire partie de cette initiative, après des nations comme le Bénin, le Lesotho et le Rwanda.
Agricultural committee reviews global food security challenges
By Globe Banner | Jun 24, 2025
Members of the agricultural community recently reviewed farm policies, food security, technology transfer, and transparency issues.
WTO establishes panels for trade disputes between Canada and China
By Globe Banner | Jun 23, 2025
China and Canada have both submitted requests for the establishment of dispute panels at the World Trade Organization (WTO) concerning trade measures imposed by each country.
Trade and Environment Week fosters dialogue on pressing global issues
By Globe Banner | Jun 20, 2025
Since its inception in 2019, Trade and Environment Week has become a significant platform for discussing the intersection of trade and environmental issues.
STDF highlights milestones as it marks two decades of promoting safe trade
By Globe Banner | Jun 19, 2025
The STDF has released its Annual Report for 2024, marking a significant year as it celebrated its 20th anniversary.
WTO establishes transparency working group and launches mentoring system
By Globe Banner | Jun 19, 2025
The Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement Committee has taken steps to enhance transparency and support for developing countries.
Bosnia-Herzegovina nears conclusion of WTO accession talks
By Globe Banner | Jun 19, 2025
The ongoing negotiations for Bosnia and Herzegovina's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) have advanced, with recent meetings in Geneva bringing the process closer to completion.
Head of Program of MERICS on US-China relations: ‘External pressure will not get China to change course on its key strategies'
By Globe Banner | Jun 18, 2025
Katja Drinhausen, Head of Program Politics & Society at the Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS), said that China remains committed to self-reliance and selective access, using global uncertainty to advance its interests.