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Fish Fund Steering Committee finalizes budget awaiting fisheries subsidies agreement activation
By Globe Banner | Dec 11, 2024
The Fish Fund Steering Committee has endorsed the 2025 budget and workplan, preparing for calls for proposals contingent on the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies entering into force.
WTO reviews customs notification progress; celebrates Customs Valuation Agreement's upcoming anniversary
By Globe Banner | Dec 11, 2024
The Chair of the Customs Valuation Agreement Committee has provided an update on the current notification status regarding customs valuation legislation.
Trade digitalization emphasized at Informal Working Group meeting
By Globe Banner | Dec 10, 2024
The Informal Working Group, following a proposal by the United Kingdom, recently focused on the role of trade digitalization and paperless trading in supporting small businesses' entry into global markets.
WTO explores digital trade opportunities for developing economies
By Globe Banner | Dec 9, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently hosted a workshop to explore opportunities in digital trade for developing economies.
Trade's impact on global nutrition emphasized at annual agriculture symposium
By Globe Banner | Dec 9, 2024
Noting the intricate relationship between food and nutrition issues, DDG Paugam began the symposium by stating that having enough food is as important as having good-quality food.
WTO concludes advanced trade policy course in Geneva
By Globe Banner | Dec 6, 2024
An advanced trade policy course organized by the World Trade Organization (WTO) concluded in Geneva after an intensive eight-week program.
WTO discusses growth potential of global services trade
By Globe Banner | Dec 6, 2024
In a recent meeting of the Council for Trade in Services, members discussed the report "Trade in Services for Development," co-published by the WTO Secretariat and the World Bank.
French-speaking Africa concludes regional WTO workshop on food safety
By Globe Banner | Dec 6, 2024
The regional WTO SPS workshop for French-speaking Africa concluded in Rabat, aiming to improve officials' understanding and implementation of transparency obligations under the SPS Agreement.
Uzbekistan advances toward 2026 WTO membership amid ongoing negotiations
By Globe Banner | Dec 6, 2024
A high-level delegation from Uzbekistan, led by Azizbek Urunov, Special Representative of the Uzbek President on WTO issues and Chief Negotiator for WTO accession, participated in negotiations in Geneva.
Jordan investigates impact of imported footwear on local industry
By Globe Banner | Dec 6, 2024
Jordan has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning the import of safety and protective footwear.
WTO highlights success in technical assistance programmes throughout 2024
By Globe Banner | Dec 5, 2024
DDG Zhang highlighted the achievements of three significant WTO technical assistance programs in 2024.
WTO releases report on agricultural import measures in Panama
By Globe Banner | Dec 5, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released a panel report concerning agricultural import measures in Panama.
Regional trade policy course concludes successfully in Saudi Arabia
By Globe Banner | Dec 5, 2024
A regional trade policy course concluded in Saudi Arabia, providing participants with training on various trade-related topics.
WTO members review sustainability initiatives ahead of next ministerial conference
By Globe Banner | Dec 4, 2024
Members of the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD) gathered to assess their progress and outline future objectives for the upcoming 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14).
WTO Chair calls for renewed approach in agriculture talks
By Globe Banner | Dec 4, 2024
The Chair of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has urged members to chart a new course for agriculture negotiations.
Trade leaders urge inclusion for persons with disabilities
By Globe Banner | Dec 3, 2024
The recent meeting in Geneva highlighted the importance of integrating disability inclusion into global trade discussions.
Trade concerns dominate recent Goods Council meeting
By Globe Banner | Dec 3, 2024
The Committee on Trade in Goods (CTG) recently reviewed 35 specific trade concerns, including three new issues.
Hybrid event highlights disability-inclusive trade
By Globe Banner | Dec 3, 2024
The intersection of trade and disability inclusion was the focus of a hybrid event held on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
Middle powers urged by WTO chief to defend multilateral trading system
By Globe Banner | Dec 2, 2024
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, recently addressed an audience in Singapore, urging middle powers to play a more active role in defending and reforming the multilateral trading system.
WTO concludes advanced dispute settlement course focusing on practical skills
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded its advanced dispute settlement course in Geneva.