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WTO releases trade policy review documents for Cabo Verde
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents related to the Trade Policy Review of Cabo Verde.
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Trade policy considerations dominate TESSD sustainability discussions
The recent discussions on sustainability within the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD) have centered on trade policy considerations and practices.
By Globe Banner | May 13, 2025
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WTO Director-General calls for strengthening global trade with Japan's Prime Minister
By Globe Banner | May 13, 2025
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and Japan's Prime Minister have issued a joint call to strengthen the global trading system.
WTO chief comments on US-China talks and calls for continued cooperation
By Globe Banner | May 12, 2025
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, expressed satisfaction with the recent talks between the United States and China held in Geneva.
Members discuss future challenges at Customs Valuation Agreement anniversary
By Globe Banner | May 9, 2025
The Customs Valuation Agreement (CVA) marked a significant milestone with an anniversary event where members discussed its benefits and challenges.
WTO discusses future plans for gender equality initiatives ahead of MC14
By Globe Banner | May 9, 2025
The co-chairs of the Informal Working Group (IWG) on Trade and Gender, Ambassador Clara Delgado from Cabo Verde, Ambassador Patricia Benedetti from El Salvador, and Ambassador Simon Manley from the United Kingdom, have reported on consultations...
WTO marks 30 years since Customs Valuation Agreement implementation
By Globe Banner | May 9, 2025
The 30th anniversary of the Customs Valuation Agreement was commemorated by delegates and officials, highlighting its significance in global trade.
WTO reviews three decades of import licensing agreement progress
By Globe Banner | May 8, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) marked the 30th anniversary of the Agreement on Import Licensing Procedures with a presentation by the WTO Secretariat.
WTO director-general emphasizes reform ahead of 2026 ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Okonjo-Iweala, has emphasized the need for significant reforms as the organization prepares for its 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaoundé, Cameroon, scheduled to begin on March...
WTO plans sessions linking ITA with AI and e-commerce
By Globe Banner | May 7, 2025
Members of the Information Technology Agreement (ITA) have agreed to organize three thematic sessions from autumn 2025 to the end of 2026.
League of American Workers President: U.S. must respond ‘when Beijing gains control over key Chilean industries like energy and fishing’
By C.D. Marsden | May 7, 2025
Steve Cortes, president and founder of the League of American Workers (LAW) said China’s use of Chile as a trade proxy for seafood imports into the U.S. compel’s “a firm response.”
WTO explores sustainable agriculture's role in global trade
By Globe Banner | May 6, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently held discussions on sustainable agriculture in global trade.
WTO opens registration for 2025 Public Forum; calls for session proposals
By Globe Banner | May 5, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened online registration for its 2025 Public Forum and is inviting proposals for working sessions.
WTO reports increased technical assistance amid financial challenges
By Globe Banner | Apr 30, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has reported a notable increase in its technical assistance activities for 2024, delivering over 300 initiatives.
Chair calls for innovative approaches in agriculture talks ahead of MC14
By Globe Banner | Apr 30, 2025
The Chair of the Committee on Agriculture has called for innovative approaches to advance discussions on agriculture talks.
FFSR Initiative plans meetings to tackle fossil fuel subsidies in 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 30, 2025
Ambassador Clare Kelly from New Zealand, who serves as the coordinator for the Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform (FFSR) Initiative, provided insights into the outcomes of an informal planning meeting held in March.
Francophone countries reflect on trade priorities ahead of WTO Ministerial Conference
By Globe Banner | Apr 30, 2025
Organized by the WTO Secretariat and the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) at the request of francophone countries, the meeting titled "En route vers la 14ème Conférence Ministérielle de l’OMC" aimed to generate ideas for...
Egypt begins investigation into steel imports safeguard
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Egypt has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning hot rolled flat steel imports.
WTO urges timely subsidy notifications amid ongoing transparency discussions
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The recent discussions at the Subsidies Committee highlighted ongoing concerns about transparency among World Trade Organization (WTO) members.
Trade finance report underscores barriers and solutions in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has emphasized the importance of trade finance, often overlooked as a driving force behind foreign trade.