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Members share experiences on environmental measures beyond tariff codes
By Globe Banner | Mar 4, 2025
The session organized by Luis Oña-Garcés of Ecuador brought together members to discuss environmental measures implemented at borders, going beyond the standard Harmonized System (HS) codes.
WTO launches enhanced tariff and trade data platform
By Globe Banner | Mar 4, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has introduced an enhanced platform known as the Tariff and Trade Data (TTD) platform.
Live screening registration opens for US-EU ripe olives dispute arbitrator's meeting
By Globe Banner | Mar 3, 2025
Registration is now open for the live screening of the Arbitrator's meeting in the US-EU ripe olives dispute.
WTO introduces new online course on key concepts in digital trade
By Globe Banner | Mar 3, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has launched its second online course focused on trade in the digital era.
North Macedonia accepts fisheries subsidies agreement amid global conservation efforts
By Globe Banner | Feb 28, 2025
North Macedonia has officially accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, a significant step demonstrating its commitment to global trade and environmental sustainability.
Trade group discusses achievements; launches prize edition
By Globe Banner | Feb 27, 2025
The co-chairs of the Informal Working Group (IWG), Ambassador Clara Delgado of Cabo Verde, Ambassador Patricia Benedetti of El Salvador, and Ambassador Simon Manley of the United Kingdom, reviewed significant achievements in 2024.
WHO, WIPO, WTO hold first joint briefing on health, IP, trade integration
By Globe Banner | Feb 26, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO), World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and World Trade Organization (WTO) recently conducted their first joint briefing for officials based in Geneva.
WTO releases trade policy review documents for Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Feb 26, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents related to the trade policy review of Ukraine.
WTO calls for global cooperation on fish subsidy reforms
By Globe Banner | Feb 26, 2025
Deputy Director-General Angela Ellard of the World Trade Organization (WTO) addressed the importance of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies during a launch event for the 2025 edition of the OECD Review of Fisheries.
Türkiye faces WTO dispute over Chinese electric vehicle import measures
By Globe Banner | Feb 24, 2025
China has requested the establishment of a dispute panel to address measures taken by Türkiye concerning electric vehicles and other vehicle types originating from China.
Global workshop opens applications for focus on Government Procurement Agreement
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
Applications are now open for a global workshop focusing on the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) 2012.
WTO official urges support for multilateral trading amid geopolitical challenges
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2025
Deputy Director-General Angela Ellard addressed the European Parliament and the Interparliamentary Union Steering Committee, emphasizing the significance of their involvement in World Trade Organization (WTO) matters.
WTO launches new book exploring links between trade and global peace
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has introduced a new publication titled "Trade for Peace: Pathways to Sustainable Trade and Peace."
WTO leaders stress need for substantial reform ahead of 30th anniversary
By Globe Banner | Feb 19, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is facing calls for significant reform as it approaches its 30th anniversary.
WTO announces new chairpersons for 2025
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced the appointment of chairpersons for its various bodies for the year 2025.
Chinese Taipei joins fisheries subsidies agreement as 90th WTO member
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
Chinese Taipei has officially accepted the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, becoming the 90th member to do so.
WTO Director-General urges constructive engagement among members
By Globe Banner | Feb 18, 2025
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called on members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) to use the platform for constructive engagement.
WTO & OECD expand global trade dataset on digitally deliverable services
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) have released an expanded dataset on trade in services, encompassing over 200 economies.
Trade for Peace Week highlights private sector's role in fostering stability
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
The 4th Trade for Peace Week commenced with a high-level session focusing on the role of the private sector in fostering stability through trade.
Members discuss e-commerce challenges faced by small economies
By Globe Banner | Feb 17, 2025
Members have been reviewing the legal and regulatory frameworks for e-commerce, with a particular focus on challenges faced by small economies in digital trade.