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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.
WTO conducts trade policy review for Colombia
By Globe Banner | Jun 18, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has conducted a Trade Policy Review for Colombia.
Timor-Leste begins talks for joining Government Procurement Agreement
By Globe Banner | Jun 18, 2025
Timor-Leste has initiated negotiations to join the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA), according to a statement made by Ambassador Antonio Da Conceicao.
WTO examines proposals impacting least developed countries
By Globe Banner | Jun 18, 2025
At a recent meeting of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Sub-Committee on Least Developed Countries (LDCs), members discussed several proposals related to LDC interests, including graduation, accessions, and the future of the Enhanced Integrated...
WTO reviews six regional trade agreements; discusses transparency issues
By Globe Banner | Jun 17, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) members recently convened to review six regional trade agreements and discuss issues related to transparency.
Japan donates CHF 105K for WTO trade capacity-building
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2025
Japan has announced a contribution of CHF 105,000 to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Global Trust Fund.
Kenya’s Strathmore wins John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition
By Globe Banner | Jun 14, 2025
Strathmore University of Kenya emerged victorious in the John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition held in Geneva, Switzerland.
Finland pledges EUR 2.5 million towards sustainable trade in least-developed countries
By Globe Banner | Jun 13, 2025
In May, the EIF Steering Committee approved a recommendation from the EIF Taskforce for a third phase of its initiative.
Uzbekistan aims for WTO membership completion by next ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | Jun 13, 2025
Led by Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjaev, a high-level delegation from Uzbekistan participated in a Working Party meeting in Geneva, reaffirming their commitment to conclude the country's accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) by the...
Council for Trade in Services discusses good regulatory practices
By Globe Banner | Jun 13, 2025
On June 12-13, the Council for Trade in Services held an informal thematic session on good regulatory practices (GRPs) as part of its ongoing efforts to improve services trade.
Trilateral cooperation webinar opens registration for July session
By Globe Banner | Jun 12, 2025
Registration is now open for the 6th WHO-WIPO-WTO Trilateral Cooperation Technical Webinar, scheduled for July 3 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (CET/Geneva time).
Panama joins global effort by accepting WTO fisheries subsidies agreement
By Globe Banner | Jun 12, 2025
Panama has officially accepted the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step towards its implementation.
Lombard Trading demands $17.5M from TOI Commodities over 33,000 ton soybean meal deal, threatens $52M theft lawsuit
By Globe Banner Reports | Jun 11, 2025
A legal battle between Lombard Trading International Corp. and Switzerland-based TOI Commodities S.A. has escalated sharply, with Lombard accusing TOI of “civil theft” and threatening a Florida lawsuit seeking more than $52 million in damages.
Tuna conservation spokesperson on recycling nets: NIRSA is 'transforming waste into useful items'
By Globe Banner | Jun 10, 2025
A TUNACONS spokesperson said that in 2024, under a 2022 agreement involving NIRSA, 100 tons of disused fishing nets were delivered by NIRSA and recycled into products like sunglasses and textiles.
Tuna Conservation Group on NIRSA’s role in tuna sustainability push: 'Implemented a Fisheries Improvement Project (FIP) for 8 years'
By Globe Banner | Jun 10, 2025
A representative from TUNACONS said that since 2015, the tuna sustainability partnership, which includes founding members NIRSA, Servigrup, Eurofish, Pesquera Jadran, and Tri Marine with support from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), has been running...
UN Ocean Conference discusses trade policies for sustainable marine ecosystems
By Globe Banner | Jun 10, 2025
The UN Ocean Conference 2025 commenced with a session co-chaired by Brazil's Minister Marina Silva and Greece's Minister Stavros Papastavrou.
Deadline extended for WTO's 2025 Public Forum proposal submissions
By Globe Banner | Jun 10, 2025
The deadline for submitting proposals for the 2025 Public Forum has been extended to June 22, 2025.
WTO opens proposal call for fish subsidies agreement implementation
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2025
Developing and least-developed country (LDC) members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) who have ratified the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies are now eligible to submit proposals for technical assistance and capacity-building activities.