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WTO explores enhancing trade's role in global economic development
The role of trade as a tool for development was the focus of recent discussions among members.
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
Germany boosts funding for food safety efforts in developing economies
Germany has increased its financial support to developing economies, focusing on enhancing food safety and trade standards.
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
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WTO releases report on EU measures affecting Indonesian palm oil
By Globe Banner | Jan 10, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) panel has released a report concerning measures by the European Union (EU) that affect palm oil and biofuels from Indonesia.
India begins probe into steel product imports amid domestic industry concerns
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
India has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning non-alloy and alloy steel flat products.
Madagascar begins investigation into tomato product imports
By Globe Banner | Dec 31, 2024
Madagascar has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning tomato products.
China investigates impact of bovine meat imports on local industry
By Globe Banner | Dec 27, 2024
China has initiated a safeguard investigation into the imports of bovine meat, as per a notification issued by the Ministry of Commerce.
EU begins probe into manganese and silicon alloy imports
By Globe Banner | Dec 19, 2024
The European Union has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning manganese and silicon-based alloying elements.
Indonesia challenges EU duties on fatty acid imports at WTO
By Globe Banner | Dec 18, 2024
Indonesia has submitted a second request for the establishment of a panel to review the European Union's anti-dumping duties on fatty acids imported from Indonesia.
New database launched to enhance transparency in critical minerals trade
By Globe Banner | Dec 18, 2024
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat have introduced a new database, the Trade in Critical Minerals (TiCM), to provide comprehensive information on critical minerals trade.
WTO reports significant strides in dispute settlement reform talks
By Globe Banner | Dec 17, 2024
The General Council Chair of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has acknowledged significant progress in discussions on dispute settlement reform.
WTO sets dates for Ministerial Conference in Cameroon
By Globe Banner | Dec 16, 2024
Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have confirmed the dates for the 14th Ministerial Conference, which will be held in Cameroon in 2026.
Cameroon accepts WTO fisheries subsidies agreement ahead of MC14
By Globe Banner | Dec 16, 2024
Cameroon has formally accepted the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.
Global merchandise trade shows steady growth amid challenges
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2024
Merchandise trade experienced growth in the third quarter of 2024, with a year-on-year increase of 4.3% in current US dollar terms.
WTO concludes advanced course on trade and environment in Geneva
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded an advanced course on trade and environment in Geneva.
Trilateral symposium focuses on boosting capacities against non-communicable diseases
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2024
The 11th Trilateral Technical Symposium, organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the World Trade Organization (WTO), focused on enhancing manufacturing capacities to address...
WTO celebrates contributions of 2024 young professionals cohort
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently celebrated the contributions of its 2024 Young Professional Programme (YPP) cohort.
WTO concludes eighth cohort of Young Professionals Programme
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently held a farewell ceremony for its Young Professionals Programme participants.
Global organizations emphasize collaborative efforts against non-communicable diseases
By Globe Banner | Dec 13, 2024
The World Health Organization (WHO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the World Trade Organization (WTO) recently held a symposium focusing on manufacturing for non-communicable diseases (NCDs).
WTO faces negotiation challenges; calls made for new approaches
By Globe Banner | Dec 12, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is facing significant challenges in its ongoing negotiations, as highlighted by Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
Programme on subsidies notifications for government officials completes first phase
By Globe Banner | Dec 12, 2024
The first phase of a program designed to improve government officials' compliance with subsidy notification obligations under the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures has concluded.