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The World Trade Organization (WTO) members are considering ways to revitalize the work of the Committee on Trade and Development.

Vienna hosts workshop on TRIPS agreement's role in policy issues

The Joint Vienna Institute (JVI) recently hosted a regional workshop in Vienna, focusing on the TRIPS Agreement and contemporary policy issues.

Costa Rica joins global effort by accepting fisheries subsidies agreement

Costa Rica has formally accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, as announced by Director-General Okonjo-Iweala.

WTO members advance sixth review of SPS agreement amid rising trade concerns

Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are advancing in their review of the Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement, with a focus on revising background documents, draft reports, and recommendations.

G20 platform highlights need for transparency in global food markets

AMIS, an inter-agency platform initiated by G20 agriculture ministers in 2011, is focused on enhancing transparency in food markets and improving policy responses to food insecurity.

WTO official urges scaled-up response to climate crisis through global trade collaboration

Thank you for the invitation from the Coalition of Trade Ministers for Climate.

Report reveals potential growth areas for cross-border renewable electricity trade

The latest report, "Supporting the Renewable Electricity Transition through Trade: Unlocking Re-Globalization Opportunities via Interconnection," highlights the untapped potential of cross-border electricity trade in advancing renewable energy goals.

WTO concludes advanced course on e-commerce's service aspects

The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded an advanced course on the services aspects of e-commerce in Geneva.

IRENA-WTO report outlines trade policies for renewable hydrogen expansion

The latest joint report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the World Trade Organization (WTO) delves into trade strategies for promoting renewable hydrogen and its derivatives.

Sweden pledges SEK 30 million for safe agriculture trade in developing countries

Sweden has pledged SEK 30 million to support safe agricultural trade in developing economies through the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF).

Students engage in discussions on global trade at WTO event

Students from various cities gathered to explore the World Trade Organization's (WTO) role in global trade during a recent event aimed at demystifying the subject.

WTO outlines reform priorities at APEC ministerial meeting

Deputy Director-General Angela Ellard has outlined progress on the World Trade Organization's (WTO) negotiating and reform priorities during a recent APEC ministerial meeting.

WTO holds first session on landlocked developing countries

The World Trade Organization (WTO) members recently held their first focused session on landlocked developing countries (LLDCs).

WTO releases reports for Nigeria's trade policy review

By Globe Banner | Nov 13, 2024

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents related to the Trade Policy Review of Nigeria.

General Council schedules meeting for director-general selection

By Globe Banner | Nov 12, 2024

The Chair of the General Council has announced a meeting to discuss the selection of the next Director-General.

WTO seeks member feedback on new e-commerce workplan

By Globe Banner | Nov 12, 2024

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is seeking input from its members on a proposed workplan for e-commerce.

Japan contributes CHF 105K to enhance trade skills in developing economies

By Globe Banner | Nov 11, 2024

Japan has announced a contribution of CHF 105,000 to support developing economies in enhancing their trade capabilities.

WTO assesses three decades of trade development in least-developed countries

By Globe Banner | Nov 11, 2024

The World Trade Organization (WTO) members gathered to evaluate 30 years of trade development in least-developed countries (LDCs).

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala confirmed as sole candidate for WTO Director-General

By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2024

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has confirmed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the sole candidate for the position of Director-General.