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WTO panel report on US-Vietnam fish fillet duties reveals dispute resolution
By Globe Banner | Feb 5, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released a panel report concerning the United States' duties on fish fillets imported from Vietnam.
South Africa investigates impact of steel coil imports on local industry
By Globe Banner | Feb 3, 2025
South Africa has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning corrosion-resistant steel coil imports.
WTO-WIPO colloquium begins in Geneva for intellectual property educators
By Globe Banner | Feb 3, 2025
The annual WTO-WIPO colloquium for intellectual property teachers commenced in Geneva, aiming to enhance the capabilities of IP experts in research, policy analysis, and teaching within the field of IP law.
Services trade sees strong growth across regions in third quarter
By Globe Banner | Feb 3, 2025
The third quarter of 2024 witnessed a significant rise in services exports across various regions, with Asia leading the growth at 16 percent, followed by Europe at 8 percent.
Austria contributes EUR 200k to boost developing economies' participation in international trade
By Globe Banner | Feb 3, 2025
Austria has allocated EUR 200,000 to support developing economies in their efforts to engage more fully in international trade.
Paraguay President advocates more multilateralism at WTO event
By Globe Banner | Jan 31, 2025
President Peña of Paraguay recently addressed the World Trade Organization (WTO), emphasizing the critical role of multilateralism in addressing global trade challenges.
WTO welcomes diverse group of young professionals amid global trade challenges
By Globe Banner | Jan 31, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has welcomed the 2025 cohort of its Young Professionals Programme (YPP), an initiative aimed at enhancing diversity and strengthening membership representation within the Secretariat.
E-commerce programme addresses challenges facing developing nations
By Globe Banner | Jan 28, 2025
A recent e-commerce work programme meeting emphasized the need for increased investment in digital infrastructure and capacity building, alongside establishing regulatory frameworks related to e-commerce.
Panama appeals WTO report on Costa Rican imports
By Globe Banner | Jan 27, 2025
Panama has appealed a World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute panel report concerning measures on imports from Costa Rica.
China requests panel over Türkiye's electric vehicle measures
By Globe Banner | Jan 27, 2025
China has requested the establishment of a dispute panel to address Türkiye's measures on electric vehicles and other vehicle types originating from China.
Okonjo-Iweala addresses global challenges at WEF meeting
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
The World Economic Forum's annual meeting took place under the theme "Collaboration for the Intelligent Age," where Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala highlighted the World Trade Organization's (WTO) crucial role in addressing global economic...
Iceland increases support for WTO fish fund with new CHF 200K donation
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Iceland has announced an additional donation of CHF 200,000 to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Fish Fund.
Israel endorses fisheries subsidies agreement amid global push
By Globe Banner | Jan 22, 2025
Israel has formally accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step towards its implementation.
EU challenges China's global patent licensing practices at WTO
By Globe Banner | Jan 22, 2025
The European Union has filed a dispute complaint against China concerning Chinese patent licensing measures.
WTO and WCO sign agreement for enhanced cooperation on trade
By Globe Banner | Jan 21, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Customs Organization (WCO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation on trade and customs matters.
Vietnam and US resolve fish duties dispute through WTO process
By Globe Banner | Jan 21, 2025
Viet Nam and the United States have reached a mutually agreed solution in their ongoing dispute over fish duties.
WTO hosts advanced trade policy course for global participants
By Globe Banner | Jan 20, 2025
An advanced trade policy course is currently taking place at the World Trade Organization (WTO), aimed at enhancing participants' skills in WTO-related activities.
WTO explores enhancing trade's role in global economic development
By Globe Banner | Jan 16, 2025
The role of trade as a tool for development was the focus of recent discussions among members.
Germany boosts funding for food safety efforts in developing economies
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Germany has increased its financial support to developing economies, focusing on enhancing food safety and trade standards.
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.