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WTO's cotton partnership meeting focuses on C4+ countries' value chain
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
At a recent meeting of the Steering Committee of the Partnership for Cotton, a welcoming statement was made on behalf of WTO Director-General Ngozi and the speaker.
Steering Committee discusses investment in cotton sector improvements
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The Steering Committee of the Partenariat pour le Coton recently convened to discuss the priorities for the cotton sector.
Trade and supply chain finance report highlights opportunities for Central America and Mexico
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have released a report on trade and supply chain finance (TSCF) in Central America and Mexico.
WTO reviews safeguard actions; EU steel measures draw criticism
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) members recently convened to review various safeguard actions and discuss requests to suspend concessions.
Bahrain supports global fish stock preservation with subsidy agreement ratification
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
Bahrain has formally accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step in global efforts to preserve fish stocks and support livelihoods dependent on the fishing industry.
China pushes for EU dispute panel over EV duties
By Globe Banner | Apr 25, 2025
China is moving forward with its request for a dispute panel to evaluate the EU's countervailing duties on electric vehicles originating from China.
Ethiopia and Uzbekistan advance WTO accession efforts with ongoing reform programs
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
The Director-General emphasized the importance of political commitment to implement lasting economic reforms and successfully join the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Ethiopia and Uzbekistan advance toward WTO accession with international support
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
The efforts of Ethiopia and Uzbekistan to join the World Trade Organization (WTO) were supported in a recent meeting, attended by Chief Negotiators from both countries and representatives from their development partners.
Guatemala and Peru settle agriculture dispute within WTO framework
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Guatemala and Peru have reached a mutually agreed solution in an ongoing agricultural dispute, as per a notification outlined in document WT/DS457/19.
WTO accession progress discussed at Horn of Africa Initiative meeting
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
Four Horn of Africa countries—Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and South Sudan—are currently involved in negotiations to join the World Trade Organization (WTO), representing half the total African nations seeking membership.
France pledges EUR 1.9 million to WTO programs for developing economies and LDCs
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
France has committed EUR 1.9 million to initiatives aimed at enhancing the capacity of developing economies and least developed countries (LDCs) through a partnership with the World Trade Organization (WTO).
WTO and ITC open applications for USD 50 million women exporters support fund
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
A collaborative initiative by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC) has announced the opening of applications for support to women exporters through the WEIDE Fund.
Global trade forecast signals decline in 2025 amid tariff tensions
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has published its Global Trade Outlook and Statistics report, indicating a predicted decline in the volume of global merchandise trade by 0.2% in 2025 compared to a "low tariff" baseline scenario.
WTO members address AI's impact on global trade and policies
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat presented key findings from a report released in November 2024, titled "Trading with intelligence: How AI shapes and is shaped by international trade".
Trade policy review discusses Sierra Leone's trade strategies and global impacts
By Globe Banner | Apr 15, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently conducted a Trade Policy Review (TPR) for Sierra Leone.
WTO elects Ambassador Abdulhamid as Chair for services negotiations
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Ambassador Abdulhamid has been elected as the new Chair of the Council for Trade in Services Special Session (CTS SS) in a meeting where his nomination was previously endorsed by the General Council on February 18, 2025.
China donates USD 500,000 to WTO training programs for developing nations
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
China has pledged USD 500,000 to support the World Trade Organization’s training programs aimed at developing economies.
Goods Council discusses trade tensions, appoints new chair
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The Council for Trade in Goods (CTG) recently convened to address an array of specific trade concerns, with four new issues making their debut at the meeting.
WTO concludes training on trade in services for acceding governments in Geneva
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Representatives from the governments of Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belarus, Bhutan, Curaçao, Ethiopia, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan recently concluded a training course on trade in services in Geneva.
WTO marks 30th anniversary with focus on reforms and future challenges
By Globe Banner | Apr 10, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) marked its 30th anniversary, reflecting on its historical accomplishments and future challenges at a significant event.