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WTO launches regional trade policy course in Trinidad & Tobago
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has commenced a regional trade policy course in Trinidad and Tobago.
By Globe Banner | Mar 24, 2025
Canada challenges Chinese duties on agriculture and fishery products at WTO
Canada has initiated a dispute at the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding duties imposed by China on certain agricultural and fishery products.
By Globe Banner | Mar 24, 2025
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WTO addresses TRIPS implementation review amid ongoing member discussions
By Globe Banner | Mar 21, 2025
The TRIPS Council convened to discuss the ongoing review of the TRIPS Agreement implementation, as mandated by Article 71.1.
Pakistan joins efforts against harmful fishing subsidies
By Globe Banner | Mar 20, 2025
Pakistan has formally accepted the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, becoming the 94th member to do so.
WTO concludes sixth review of sanitary agreement noting increased notifications
By Globe Banner | Mar 20, 2025
Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have concluded the Sixth Review of the Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement, marking a significant step in addressing global trade issues related to food safety and animal and plant health...
Colombia ratifies WTO fisheries subsidies agreement
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
Colombia has officially accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step towards its implementation.
Ethiopia resumes talks aiming for WTO membership by MC14
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
Ethiopia has resumed its negotiations to join the World Trade Organization (WTO), aiming for membership by the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
Digital industrialization's role in enhancing e-commerce discussed by WTO members
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Members recently discussed the role of digital industrialization and technology transfer in enhancing e-commerce.
International trade agreements advance economic relations among key global partners
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement, which covers trade in goods and services, became effective on December 29, 2022.
WTO opens workshop on incentives for tech transfer to least developed countries
By Globe Banner | Mar 17, 2025
The TRIPS Agreement emphasizes the importance of technology transfer, particularly to Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
WTO opens applications for young trade leaders program for 2025
By Globe Banner | Mar 17, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened applications for its 2025 Young Trade Leaders Programme, targeting individuals aged 18 to 28 with a keen interest in international trade.
WTO concludes advanced trade policy course in Geneva
By Globe Banner | Mar 14, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded its advanced trade policy course in Geneva.
Canada challenges US steel and aluminium duties at WTO
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
Canada has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding the United States' recent imposition of duties on steel and aluminium products.
WTO explores linkages between services trade and environmental sustainability
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have agreed to organize informal experience-sharing sessions on good regulatory practices and recognition of professional qualifications.
WTO highlights progress in trade facilitation agreement implementation
By Globe Banner | Mar 13, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has reported significant progress in the implementation of the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), highlighting 196 measures that developing and least-developed country (LDC) members aim to implement by 2025.
WTO releases reports for Australia's trade policy review
By Globe Banner | Mar 12, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents pertaining to the Trade Policy Review of Australia.
WTO Goods Trade Barometer stable but warns of potential future impacts
By Globe Banner | Mar 12, 2025
The World Trade Organization's Goods Trade Barometer has maintained a steady reading at the beginning of 2025, with an index value of 102.8.
DDG Ellard highlights business role in strengthening global trade system
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
DDG Ellard, during her visit to Japan, emphasized the broad scope of the World Trade Organization's (WTO) work, which includes services, digital trade, intellectual property, standards, and trade facilitation.
WTO members prepare for MC14 focusing on environmental sustainability
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
Members of the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD) are preparing for the upcoming MC14 conference with a focus on specific sectors and objectives related to environmental sustainability.
WTO welcomes new participants in French Irish Mission and Netherlands Talent programmes
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
DDG Zhang has extended a welcome to participants in two World Trade Organization (WTO) technical assistance programs.