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China launches WTO dispute over India’s measures on batteries and e-vehicles
China has formally raised a dispute at the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding certain Indian policies affecting batteries, auto parts, and electric vehicles.
By Globe Banner | Oct 20, 2025
WTO members examine trade impacts of varied carbon-emission policies
WTO members met to discuss ways to address the impact of diverse carbon-emission measures on trade.
By Globe Banner | Oct 16, 2025
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Geneva Peace Week panel examines link between global trade initiatives and lasting peace
By Globe Banner | Oct 16, 2025
Trade’s role in fostering dialogue and peacebuilding was the focus of a session held during the 2025 Geneva Peace Week, which ran from October 13 to 17.
WTO introduces online resource hub to support work of parliamentarians
By Globe Banner | Oct 16, 2025
Legislators play a key role in the multilateral trading system by reviewing and adopting World Trade Organization (WTO) agreements and overseeing trade commitments.
WTO Government Procurement Committee marks 100th meeting, welcomes Guatemala and Barbados as observers
By Globe Banner | Oct 15, 2025
At its 100th session, the Government Procurement Committee of the World Trade Organization (WTO) reviewed its achievements and welcomed new observers.
WTO publishes trade policy review documents for Sri Lanka
By Globe Banner | Oct 15, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released a series of documents related to the latest Trade Policy Review (TPR) of Sri Lanka.
WTO introduces interactive dashboards for monthly merchandise trade statistics
By Globe Banner | Oct 14, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has introduced a new interactive tool called the Monthly Merchandise Trade Statistics, aimed at providing users with detailed insights into global trade trends.
WTO Market Access Committee discusses supply chain resilience and elects new chair
By Globe Banner | Oct 13, 2025
At its meeting on 13 October, the World Trade Organization (WTO) Committee on Market Access elected Mr. Gaurav Gupta of India as Chair for the remainder of the 2025-26 period.
WTO discusses recognition of professional qualifications and addresses services trade concerns
By Globe Banner | Oct 12, 2025
WTO members met on 2 and 3 October to discuss the recognition of professional qualifications (RPQs) for service providers and other issues related to services trade.
WTO members discuss plastics pollution measures and highlight new support initiatives at MC14
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Representatives from China and Australia, acting as co-coordinators of the Dialogue on Plastics Pollution (DPP) along with Barbados, Ecuador, Fiji, and Morocco, presented five draft documents proposed for consideration at the 14th WTO Ministerial...
WTO working group advances plans to promote gender equality through trade at upcoming conference
By Globe Banner | Oct 8, 2025
The Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender (IWG) has discussed the implementation of its 2025-2026 Work Plan, aiming to turn shared commitments to gender equality in trade into concrete actions.
Jordan partners with WTO-ITC on fund supporting women-led digital businesses
By Globe Banner | Oct 8, 2025
Jordan has joined the WTO-ITC Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund programme, which aims to support women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in digital trade.
Jordan joins WTO-backed fund supporting women entrepreneurs in digital trade
By Globe Banner | Oct 8, 2025
Jordan has joined the Women Entrepreneurs in Digital and Green Economy (WEIDE) Fund programme, with applications open from 29 September to 26 October.
WTO reports AI-driven boost in world trade for 2025 but predicts slowdown next year
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
World trade saw a boost in 2025, largely driven by strong demand for artificial intelligence-related goods such as semiconductors, servers, and telecommunications equipment, according to the latest "Global Trade Outlook and Statistics" update from...
WTO General Council reviews reforms ahead of next ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) General Council convened to discuss a range of pressing issues, including ongoing reforms, trade tensions, and the future direction of the multilateral trading system.
WTO working group reviews support measures for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The Informal Working Group on Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) recently reviewed a series of new trade initiatives and recognized the achievements of several businesses at its latest meeting.
Dominican Republic opens safeguard probe into biscuit imports
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
The Dominican Republic has started a safeguard investigation concerning imports of sweet and savoury biscuits.
WTO agriculture talks face hurdles ahead of ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | Oct 3, 2025
Ambassador Hussain reported to World Trade Organization (WTO) members on the status of agriculture negotiations ahead of the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14), set to take place in Cameroon in six months.
WTO members discuss progress on global fossil fuel subsidy reform
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
WTO members recently convened to discuss progress and share strategies for reforming fossil fuel subsidies as part of the Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform (FFSR) initiative.
WTO Fish Fund launches first call for proposals after reaching full operational status
By Globe Banner | Oct 2, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) announced that its Fish Fund is now fully operational, with the first call for proposals set to close next week.