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WTO committee reviews classification approaches for environmental services
By Globe Banner | Oct 1, 2025
The Committee on Specific Commitments at the World Trade Organization (WTO) held a thematic session to examine the classification of environmental services.
WTO Director-General calls for progress ahead of Ministerial Conference in Cameroon
By Globe Banner | Sep 30, 2025
During a recent meeting in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala reported strong expressions of support for the organization from global leaders and stakeholders.
Bahrain donates $200K to WTO-ITC fund supporting women exporters
By Globe Banner | Sep 30, 2025
Bahrain has announced a contribution of USD 200,000 to the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, a joint initiative managed by the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat and the International Trade Centre (ITC).
Bahrain contributes $200K to WTO-ITC fund supporting women exporters
By Globe Banner | Sep 30, 2025
Bahrain has contributed USD 200,000 to the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, a joint initiative by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC).
WTO committee reviews farm policies amid ongoing global food security concerns
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) Committee on Agriculture convened to review recent developments in global agricultural markets, food security, and the implementation of ministerial decisions.
Ethiopia advances toward wto membership following key reforms
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
A high-level Ethiopian delegation led by Minister Kassahun visited Geneva to advance the country's bid to join the World Trade Organization (WTO).
WTO deputy director-general discusses organization's continued importance with Chinese business leaders
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
We are facing multiple challenges and uncertainties," DDG Zhang told the visiting entrepreneurs.
EU appeals panel report over biodiesel duties amid continued deadlock at WTO appellate body
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The European Union has appealed a World Trade Organization (WTO) panel report concerning countervailing duties imposed on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia.
WTO prepares e-commerce agenda ahead of upcoming ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | Sep 25, 2025
WTO members are preparing to advance discussions on electronic commerce ahead of the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14), scheduled for March 26-29, 2026, in Yaoundé, Cameroon.
WTO-World Bank initiative highlights progress on Africa's digital trade development
By Globe Banner | Sep 25, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Bank have reported significant progress in advancing digital trade across Africa, following the launch of their joint “Digital Trade for Africa” (DTA) project.
WTO chief welcomes China’s move as boost for reform efforts
By Globe Banner | Sep 24, 2025
China has announced a decision that is expected to influence the direction of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
John H. Jackson Moot Court launches with new training webinars for global students
By Globe Banner | Sep 24, 2025
The John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition, a simulated hearing based on the World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement process, is set to begin with new support measures for participants.
Egypt begins safeguard probe into iron and steel billet imports
By Globe Banner | Sep 24, 2025
Egypt has launched a safeguard investigation into imports of semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel (billets).
WTO releases trade policy review documents for Zambia
By Globe Banner | Sep 23, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents related to its latest Trade Policy Review of Zambia.
WTO opens NGO accreditation for Yaoundé Ministerial Conference
By Globe Banner | Sep 22, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened the accreditation process for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) wishing to participate in the upcoming Ministerial Conference in Yaoundé.
WTO and FAO highlight progress from joint efforts on member priorities
By Globe Banner | Sep 19, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have highlighted the outcomes of their ongoing cooperation in addressing priorities set by WTO members.
WTO: Artificial intelligence could raise global trade by over one-third by 2040
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2025
Global trade could increase by up to 37 percent by 2040 if economies address gaps in access to artificial intelligence, according to the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) World Trade Report 2025.
World Trade Organization appoints Robert W. Staiger as new Chief Economist
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2025
Professor Robert W. Staiger has been appointed as the new Chief Economist and Director of the Economic Research and Statistics Division (ERSD) at the World Trade Organization, according to an announcement made by the Director-General.
Thailand initiates safeguard probe into polypropylene imports
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Thailand has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of polypropylene, according to a notification from the Department of Foreign Trade under the Ministry of Commerce.
WTO youth hackathon highlights student solutions for global food security
By Globe Banner | Sep 16, 2025
Three teams of students from over ten countries presented proposals on trade and food security at a World Trade Organization (WTO) hackathon held in Geneva.