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EU contributes EUR 75,000 to support LDC participation at MC14

Ahead of Women's Day, WEIDE Fund announces US$ 1.76-million grants to women-led businesses

DG Okonjo-Iweala urges members to explore new ways to revitalize WTO at South-South event

Chair of agriculture talks circulates revised draft text, as MC14 outline emerges

WTO members conclude month-long reform discussions in Geneva

EU contributes EUR 1 million to strengthen trade capacity in developing economies, LDCs

Government Procurement Committee discusses GPA implementation, progress in accessions

Heads of WTO, EIB sign landmark agreement to boost trade and investment

WTO members review five regional trade agreements, discuss transparency issues

WTO members consider new e-commerce proposal and previous submissions ahead of MC14

Agriculture talks Chair circulates draft text ahead of MC14 building on member submissions

WTO members consider enhanced transparency on trade and climate measures

Rewiring global value chains in a changing global environment

Members advance work on 2026 review of Trade Facilitation Agreement

Panel to review Indian measures on batteries, e-vehicles; US appeals tax credits report

Trade and gender group kickstarts thematic discussions for 2026

Women's access to international markets to be spotlighted at MC14 high-level event

Services meetings focus on LDCs, remittance costs and environmental services classification

Members endorse draft MC14 decision on boosting small economies' participation in trade

Members discuss new approaches, share experiences on reforming fossil fuel subsidies

Trade Policy Review: Papua New Guinea

Korea contributes to WTO Global Trust Fund and WTO Chairs Programme

Applications from LDCs open for WTO annual workshop on transfer of technology

Philippines launches safeguard investigation on ceramic tiles

Trade Policy Review: The Gambia

WTO members share new agriculture negotiating submissions in lead-up to MC14

Members discuss next steps on WTO reform ahead of MC14

Austria contributes EUR 200,000 to support academic institutions in developing economies

Fish Fund launches second Call for Proposals

Reminder: Media accreditation for 14th Ministerial Conference closes on 26 February

Applications open for WTO advanced global workshop on government procurement

WTO panel issues report regarding certain US tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act

Government Procurement Agreement thresholds updated for 2026–2027

WTO revamps data portal with new catalogue of WTO datasets

WTO members explore ways to enhance transparency on trade and climate measures

World trade volume remained flat in Q3 of 2025 while its dollar value hit record high

Participants put final touches to MC14 environmental sustainability package

WTO members exchange views on e-commerce in preparation for MC14

Plastics Dialogue discusses revised draft ministerial statement ahead of MC14

Members consider request for panel to examine Indian measures on batteries, e-vehicles

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes tenth cohort of WTO Young Professionals

Australia launches safeguard investigation on fabricated structural steel

DG Okonjo-Iweala urges “steady nerves” amid trade tensions; ministers discuss WTO reform

WTO helps update customs classification to enable better health emergency response

DDG Paugam highlights role of trade in addressing global water and food security at GFFA

Türkiye launches safeguard investigation on "other paper and paperboard"

Türkiye launches safeguard investigation on terephthalic acid

Türkiye launches safeguard investigation on polyethylene terephthalate resin

Madagascar launches safeguard investigation on plastic pipes and tubes and accessories

Madagascar launches safeguard investigation on dry pastries and breakfast cereals

China initiates dispute regarding Indian measures on solar cells and modules, and IT goods

WTO members grant EU authorization to impose countermeasures against US in olives dispute

Chinese Taipei initiates dispute regarding Canadian measures on steel, derivative goods

General Council elects Chair, Vice Chairs for 14th Ministerial Conference

Chinese Taipei contributes USD 100,000 to WTO capacity-building activities

Members review possible deliverables for MC14 at final 2025 General Council meeting

New report finds global value chains resilient, reconfiguring amid latest challenges

DG Okonjo-Iweala emphasizes need for focused agenda ahead of "consequential" MC14

WTO members discuss green economy, remittance and environmental services classification

WTO-ICC business survey sheds light on opportunities and challenges for AI use in trade

DG Okonjo-Iweala congratulates 2025 cohort of WTO Young Professionals

Ethiopia government confirms commitment to WTO accession process at event in Addis Ababa

Event showcases importance of standards convergence in boosting Africa's export potential

Trade Policy Review: Vanuatu

WEIDE Fund announces selection of 34 women beneficiaries in Dominican Republic

Chair elected at first meeting of the Committee on Fisheries Subsidies

WTO issues updated compendium of WTO agreements

WTO Reform Week concludes with "constructive and positive exchanges" among members

WTO members table seven new agriculture negotiating submissions in lead-up to MC14

Ceremony marks conclusion of three WTO technical assistance programmes in Geneva

Members discuss environmental sustainability package for MC14 and future work

Members review potential deliverables on special and differential treatment in MC14 run-up

Conference marks milestone in initiative to support services trade in developing economies

WTO, World Bank launch new tools to support developing economies on services trade

Large increase in new tariffs but also measures to ease global trade, WTO report shows

Food processing and global trade flows: What are the trends?

WTO members review five regional trade agreements, discuss transparency issues

DDG Paugam highlights WTO’s role in promoting coherent global approaches to AI

WTO MSME Group launches joint WCO-WTO-ICC study and spotlights entrepreneurs

United States launches safeguard investigation on quartz surface products

Trade Policy Review: Thailand

Members prepare for 2026 TFA review and examine capacity building support

Goods trade growth set to moderate as barometer index dips

Members welcome progress on trade concerns, how to improve notifications at Goods Council

Government Procurement Committee adopts decision to enhance transparency of its work

Trade Policy Review: Tunisia

Co-coordinators of Plastics Dialogue introduce draft MC14 ministerial statement

Trade in Services for Development Conference: Registration closes on 28 November

Members adopt panel report in frozen fries case, EU appeals ruling in steel duties dispute

Committee reviews farm policies, concludes TRQ Triennial Review, addresses food security

WTO Chairs Programme activities launched in Qatar

Members review WTO-wide discussions on technology transfer to developing economies

DDG Nordquist: Fit-for-purpose WTO can help unlock trade's full potential

Agriculture negotiations chair urges members to submit inputs for possible MC14 outcomes

WHO, WIPO, WTO symposium on antimicrobial resistance, innovation, and access

ITA Committee holds thematic session highlighting ITA's role in digital transformation

Student event at the WTO sees lively debate on future of trade

Media accreditation for 14th Ministerial Conference is now open

WTO members discuss cotton trade and investment ahead of MC14

WTO Fish Fund approves USD 2.9m in first grants, gears up for next Call for Proposals

Trade Policy Review: Nepal

Germany contributes EUR 500,000 to strengthen developing economies' trade capacity

WTO, WHO and WIPO hold briefing for government officials on AI and digital health

Surge in new tariffs accompanied by measures to increase trade, WTO report on G20 finds

Meeting highlights importance of market transparency for stable and predictable food trade

Trade Policy Review: Guatemala

DDG Zhang: Digital innovation key to expanding trade prospects for small businesses

Committee reviews customs value notifications, outlines efforts to enhance transparency

Members exchange views on transparency and non-preferential rules of origin

Uzbekistan makes "steady progress" towards finalizing accession negotiations

WTO members discuss proposals to strengthen cooperation in carbon emission policies

SPS transparency group holds first meeting; members review record number of trade concerns

Members deepen discussions on key sustainability topics and potential MC14 outcomes

WTO circulates arbitration decision in US-EU ripe olives dispute

Members review anti-dumping notifications, actions at Committee meeting

Transparency remains core priority in work of subsidies committee

Trade Policy Review: United Kingdom

WTO members review safeguard actions, discuss proposals to suspend concessions

WTO and IMF economists develop new indicator to measure global trade policy dynamics

Acceding members source of hope for future of trading system – DDG Zhang

WTO issues compliance ruling regarding Colombian duties on frozen fries

Forum highlights important role of Central Asian economies in shaping future of trade

DDG Zhang urges deeper digitalization of border crossing procedures to boost LLDC trade

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes President Chapo of Mozambique to the WTO

China initiates dispute regarding Indian measures on batteries, auto parts and e-vehicles

WTO launches new resource hub for parliamentarians

WTO members discuss ways to facilitate trade amid diverse carbon-emission measures

Geneva Peace Week event spotlights role of trade in promoting dialogue, peacebuilding

DG Okonjo-Iweala: WTO “has important tools worth preserving”

AI goods and frontloading lift world trade in 2025 but outlook dims for 2026

WTO members discuss professional qualification recognition and other services trade issues

MSME Working Group reviews new trade initiatives, highlights exemplary businesses

WTO Fish Fund fully operational, first Call for Proposals closes next week

Committee reviews work on transparency, discusses AI, semiconductors, metrology in trade

WTO members share tools and insights to advance fossil fuel subsidy reform

WTO panel issues report regarding EU duties on Indonesian steel products

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes calls of support for WTO, urges meaningful MC14 outcomes

Bahrain contributes USD 200,000 to WTO–ITC Fund to support women exporters

Harnessing AI for inclusive growth

EU appeals dispute panel report regarding duties on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia

Committee reviews farm policies, follows up on ministerial outcomes, addresses food security

DDG Zhang highlights continued relevance of WTO, importance of business input in its work

Ethiopia’s WTO accession process enters decisive phase

New WTO-World Bank reports hail progress in advancing Africa’s digital trade

WTO members prepare to advance e-commerce discussions as MC14 approaches

The Dominican Republic launches safeguard investigation on sweet and savoury biscuits

John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition kicks off with webinar support on offer

Statement by DG Okonjo-Iweala

Agriculture negotiations Chair reports on prospects for progress for MC14

Trade Policy Review: Zambia

WTO opens NGO accreditation for Yaoundé Ministerial Conference

European Union pledges EUR 5 million to Phase Three of EIF support for LDCs

WTO and FAO outline impact of cooperation in support of WTO members’ priorities

Leaner and focused WTO Public Forum 2025 takes trade centre stage in Geneva

Director-General announces appointment of new Chief Economist

DG Okonjo-Iweala stresses importance of youth engagement in meeting with Young Trade Leaders

AI to boost trade by nearly 40% by 2040 if gaps are bridged, World Trade Report 2025 finds

WTO hackathon showcases youth proposals on trade and food security

DG Okonjo-Iweala: Partnerships are vital for needs assessments to implement IFD Agreement

DG Okonjo-Iweala urges parliamentarians to step up support for multilateralism, WTO reform

DG Okonjo-Iweala stresses important role of partnerships to boost opportunities for LDCs

WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies enters into force

Egypt launches safeguard investigation on cold rolled coil, galvanized steel and pre-painted steel

Egypt launches safeguard investigation on semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel (billets)

Ireland contributes EUR 200,000 to advance safe and inclusive trade in developing countries

Thailand launches safeguard investigation on polypropylene

Australia contributes AUD 4 million to facilitate safe trade in developing countries

WEIDE Fund selects women beneficiaries in Mongolia as implementation gathers momentum

WTO panel issues report regarding EU duties on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia

Deadline to register for 2025 Public Forum extended to 28 August

China initiates WTO dispute regarding Canadian surtaxes, quotas on steel, aluminium goods

Nepal accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, three remaining for entry into force

First beneficiaries selected under the WEIDE Fund for women entrepreneurs

Brazil initiates WTO dispute regarding US tariff measures

Frontloading, measured responses cushion tariff impact in 2025 but risk high for 2026

WTO issues 2025 Annual Report

Sri Lanka accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, four remaining for entry into force

Provisional programme for 2025 Public Forum now available

DG Okonjo-Iweala, DDG Ellard meet US Congressional delegation

Services trade growth slows in first quarter of 2025

South Africa launches safeguard investigation on certain flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel

Trade imbalances and the limits of trade policy

DG Okonjo-Iweala appoints new Deputy Director-General

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Facilitator cites “strong engagement” in initial WTO reform consultations

Canada contributes CAD 250,000 for food, animal and plant health standards

Argentina accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, five remaining for entry into force

Arbitrators issue award in EU-China intellectual property dispute

Members highlight progress in sustainability discussions, discuss MC14 objectives

UK gives CHF 850,000 to boost developing economies’ capacity to negotiate trade deals

Members call for reinvigorated work on technology transfer, elect new Chair

DG Okonjo-Iweala: “More than ever all eyes are on us”

Merchandise trade posts strong growth in Q1 ahead of tariff hikes

DG thanks 2024 Young Trade Leaders, group issues report on youth attitudes to trade

Zambia formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Democratic Republic of the Congo formally accepts WTO Agreements on Fisheries Subsidies, Trade Facilitation

Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform initiative steps up experience-sharing, reviews subsidy impacts

Members address trade concerns, current trade tensions at Goods Council meeting

WTO issues new edition of World Tariff Profiles

Committee highlights active engagement and thematic progress at Trade and Environment Week

Trade and gender group outlines priorities for gender equality work leading to MC14

WTO monitoring highlights sharp rise in tariffs alongside search for negotiated solutions

WTO announces new cohort of Young Trade Leaders for 2025

Public procurement as key tool to tackle health issues discussed at WHO-WIPO-WTO webinar

Academic collaboration in focus as WTO Chairs Programme looks ahead to MC14

Ghana formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes President Halla Tómasdóttir of Iceland to the WTO

DG Okonjo-Iweala underscores importance of partnerships to support LDCs

Trade Policy Review: Norway

Working Group announces Small Business Champions, discusses digitalization and MC14 plan

Members spotlight transparency and development in discussions on standards and regulations

Members explore technology transfer case studies, patent information, trade-related IP data

New Zealand contributes NZ$ 150,000 to WTO Fish Fund

Goods barometer rises as imports surge in first quarter ahead of expected tariff hikes

Agriculture negotiations Chair reports on prospects for progress ahead of MC14

The WTO Chairs Programme launches activities in Togo

Members review farm policies, food security, technology transfer and transparency issues

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Panels established to review Canadian surtaxes, Chinese duties on farm and fish products

Trade and Environment Week underscores members’ drive to advance environment discussions

Members agree on way forward for SPS transparency working group, launch mentoring system

Members advance Bosnia and Herzegovina’s WTO accession negotiations closer to conclusion

Release of STDF Annual Report 2024 — Driving Change as Pathways to Trading Safely

WTO members examine LDC trade interests, trade and development priorities

Timor-Leste kicks off negotiations to join Government Procurement Agreement

Trade Policy Review: Colombia

WTO members review six regional trade agreements, discuss transparency issues

Japan gives CHF 105,000 to support trade capacity-building in developing economies

Kenya’s Strathmore University wins John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition

Finland commits EUR 2.5 million to new phase of EIF support for sustainable trade in LDCs

The WTO welcomes students to 23rd John H. Jackson Moot Court Finals

Services Council spotlights good regulatory practices, advances discussions on other issues

WTO members discuss ways to reinvigorate services negotiations

Panama formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Registration opens for 6th WHO-WIPO-WTO Trilateral Cooperation Technical Webinar

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes President Luis Abinader of the Dominican Republic to the WTO

Deadline for submitting proposals for 2025 Public Forum extended to 22 June

UN Ocean Conference 2025

Participants in IFD Agreement step up outreach and needs assessments for developing members

DDG Hill: WTO members’ engagement vital to unlocking the benefits of digital trade

Trade critical to ocean sustainability — DG Okonjo-Iweala at UN Ocean Conference

WTO Fish Fund launches Call for Proposals for implementing Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Members consider request for panel to examine Chinese duties on agriculture, fish products

WTO members focus on TFA implementation, transit issues and capacity-building

China commits USD 600,000 to support WTO accession and least-developed countries

WTO upgrades e-Learning platform to enhance user experience and learning outcomes

Nicaragua 101st WTO member to formally accept Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Malawi 100th WTO member to formally accept Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Members agree on 2025 chairpersons for subsidiary bodies of Goods Council

Members consider China’s request for panel to examine Canadian surtax measures

The Netherlands gives CHF 1.3 million to strengthen STDF projects for food safety, trade

Members advance discussions on special and differential treatment proposals

DG Okonjo-Iweala, IPU Secretary General Chungong urge parliaments to ratify WTO Fisheries Agreement

WTO Secretariat briefs members on Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, Fish Fund

DG Okonjo-Iweala: MC14 must deliver outcomes on WTO reform

Fish Fund Steering Committee advances work on Call for Proposals, welcomes new members

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes Prime Minister Plenkovic of Croatia to the WTO

Lesotho formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Plastics Dialogue sharpens focus on transparency and standards

Russia initiates WTO dispute regarding EU’s carbon border adjustment and emissions trading

Georgia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

WTO members discuss duty-free electronic transmissions, hear views from private sector

Committee on Market Access marks 30th anniversary amid trade tensions

Members discuss possible cotton breakthrough ahead of MC14, World Cotton Day 2025

China Round Table on WTO Accessions, focusing on Arab economies, concludes in Muscat

Trade Policy Review: Cabo Verde

DG Okonjo-Iweala and Japan’s Prime Minister issue joint call to strengthen trading system

Sustainability discussions focus on trade policy considerations and practices

Statement by DG Okonjo-Iweala

Trade and Gender Group discusses new work programme, potential MC14 outcomes

Members note benefits, challenges for Customs Valuation Agreement at anniversary event

Commemoration of the Customs Valuation Agreement at 30 WTO Committee on Customs Valuation

Committee marks 30th anniversary of Agreement on Import Licensing Procedures

Members seek to broaden ITA participation, examine links with AI and e-commerce

DG Okonjo-Iweala: Broad agreement on WTO reform as “central priority” for MC14

WTO members discuss pathways for sustainable agriculture in global trade

WTO opens online registration for 2025 Public Forum, launches call for proposals

Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform Initiative focuses on key areas of 2025 workplan

Agriculture Chair urges innovative approaches to move talks forward

Francophone countries reflect strategically on their trade priorities

WTO report highlights improved impact of technical assistance activities in 2024

Egypt launches safeguard investigation on hot rolled flat steel

Trade finance in Central America — Mexico: A study of Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico

WTO, IFC launch joint publication on trade finance in Central America and Mexico

Thirty years of WTO accessions

Opening statement by the Chair of the meeting of the Steering Committee of the Partnership for Cotton

Steering Committee of Partenariat pour le Coton addresses priorities for cotton sector

Transparency remains a central focus at subsidies committee discussions

Bahrain formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Panel established to review EU duties on battery electric vehicles from China

Guatemala and Peru notify mutually agreed solution in agriculture dispute

EU initiates appeal arbitration in intellectual property dispute, discloses panel report

DDG Hill discusses WTO accessions at Horn of Africa Initiative ministerial meeting

France gives EUR 1.9 million to build capacity in developing economies, LDCs

Call for applications launched for support to women exporters through WTO-ITC WEIDE Fund

Members discuss impact of AI and emerging technologies on e-commerce

Global trade faces setback amid rising tariffs

Temporary tariff pause mitigates trade contraction, but strong downside risks persist

Trade Policy Review: Sierra Leone

WTO members elect new chair for services negotiations

China gives USD 500,000 to support WTO-led training programmes for developing economies

In a world of trade tensions, what do tariffs really do?

Goods Council addresses trade concerns and future work, elects new Chair

Training course on trade in services concludes in Geneva for WTO acceding governments

Marking 30th anniversary, the WTO reflects on historic achievements and future challenges

Plastics Dialogue midpoint review charts path towards MC14

Statement by the Director-General on escalating trade tensions

China initiates WTO dispute regarding US “reciprocal tariffs”

Moldova formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

DDG Ellard: WTO a pillar of security and predictability amid global uncertainty

Canada initiates WTO dispute regarding US duties on automobiles and auto parts

On 30th anniversary, officials highlight importance of WTO work on rules of origin

Antigua and Barbuda formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Committee advances discussions on trade-related climate measures and technology transfer

DDG Ellard calls for further acceptances of Fisheries Subsidies Agreement

WTO members appoint new chair for agriculture negotiations

Members discuss decarbonization, traceability, packaging, medical devices; address notifications

Members stress importance of boosting LDCs’ participation in agricultural supply chains

Costa Rica’s and Albania’s accessions to the GPA 2012 edge closer to conclusion

WTO members make progress in revitalizing trade and development work

Trade Policy Review: Cambodia

Agriculture Committee adopts two decisions to enhance transparency, notifications

WTO launches call for candidates for 2026 Young Professionals Programme

Members look into bolstering support for trade policies, fast-tracking digital trade growth

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

DDG Ellard urges action on harmful fisheries subsidies at Monaco Blue Initiative

WTO regional trade policy course underway in Trinidad and Tobago

Canada initiates WTO dispute regarding Chinese duties on agricultural, fishery products

Members consider China’s request for panel to examine EU battery electric vehicle duties

Members continue TRIPS implementation review discussion, address IP notification obligations

Pakistan formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Members conclude Sixth Review of SPS Agreement, note record notifications

Colombia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Ethiopia resumes accession negotiations with target of WTO membership by MC14

Members discuss role of digital industrialization, technology transfer in enhancing e-commerce

Members consider trade agreements involving Australia, Cambodia, China, India, Nicaragua

WTO launches applications for 2025 Young Trade Leaders Programme

DDG Hill opens 2025 workshop on incentives for technology transfer to LDCs

Members underscore continued focus on trade facilitation implementation and assistance

Canada initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding US steel and aluminium duties

Members agree on topics for experience-sharing sessions on services trade

Goods barometer little changed at start of 2025 but trade policy uncertainty looms

Trade Policy Review: Australia

DDG Zhang welcomes 2025 participants in two WTO technical assistance programmes

Members focus on specific sectors and MC14 objectives in environmental sustainability discussions

DDG Ellard cites urgent need to boost multilateral trading system in university speech

In Japan, DDG Ellard underlines role of business in strengthening trading system

Guatemala formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Angela Merkel highlights multilateralism’s role in global co-operation, women’s participation in trade

WEIDE Fund for women entrepreneurs to start roll-out in four beneficiary countries

WTO Chairs Programme event in Mexico stresses importance of advancing inclusive trade

WCP Mexico: Joint research workshop

China files revised dispute consultations request with United States on tariff measures

Canada initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding US tariff measures

Working group on MSMEs focuses on good regulatory practices and informal economy

Revamped WTO tariff and trade platform enhances access to data

Members share experiences on going beyond tariff codes to implement environmental measures

Registration opens for live screening of Arbitrator’s meeting in US-EU ripe olives dispute

North Macedonia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Trade and Gender Group launches new edition of equality prize, consultations on future work

Trade Facilitation Agreement: Eight years of cutting trade costs and boosting growth for all members

DDG Ellard: Accepting fish subsidies agreement can give boost to global trading system

WHO, WIPO and WTO hold first joint briefing for Geneva-based officials

Trade Policy Review: Ukraine

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes PM Suminwa Tuluka of Democratic Republic of the Congo to WTO

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Panel to examine measures adopted by Türkiye targeting Chinese electric vehicle imports

Applications open for Global Workshop on Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) 2012

DDG Ellard urges support for multilateral trading system amid geopolitical challenges

New WTO publication “Trade for Peace: Pathways to Sustainable Trade and Peace” launched

Need to deepen discussions on WTO reform highlighted at General Council meeting

WTO chairpersons for 2025

Chinese Taipei formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, bringing tally to 90

DG Okonjo-Iweala to members: Use the WTO as a platform to engage

Members review legal and regulatory frameworks for e-commerce

WTO and OECD release expanded dataset on trade in services covering over 200 economies

4th Trade for Peace Week opens with high-level session on private sector’s role in stability

Somalia successfully kick-starts its WTO accession process

Plastics Dialogue explores cooperation, standards and harmonization of trade measures

Philippines launches safeguard investigation on corrugating medium

Trade Policy Review: Madagascar

WTO-OECD report examines economic implications of data flow regulation

Chair issues call for meaningful progress in agriculture talks by MC14

China initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding US tariff measures

WTO issues panel report regarding US duties on fish fillets from Viet Nam

Services trade growth hits new highs in third quarter of 2024

South Africa launches safeguard investigation on corrosion-resistant steel coil

Austria gives EUR 200,000 to help developing economies engage more fully in international trade

WTO-WIPO colloquium for intellectual property teachers opens in Geneva

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes 2025 cohort of WTO Young Professionals

Paraguay President: Any multilateralism crisis can only be solved with more multilateralism

E-commerce work programme focuses on bridging the digital divide

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Panama appeals WTO dispute panel report regarding measures on imports from Costa Rica

Members consider China’s request for panel to examine electric vehicle measures in Türkiye

Davos: DG suggests deep breaths and to “chill” over trade tensions; ministers show WTO support

Iceland donates an additional CHF 200,000 to WTO Fish Fund

Over 80 per cent of global merchandise trade is on most-favoured-nation basis

Israel formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

EU initiates dispute complaint regarding Chinese patent licensing measures

Heads of WTO, WCO sign agreement to boost cooperation on trade and customs matters

Viet Nam and United States notify mutually agreed solution in fish duties dispute

Advanced trade policy course underway at WTO

Committee on Market Access concludes thematic series on supply chain resilience

Members explore role of trade as a tool for development and the way forward

Germany increases support to developing economies for meeting food safety, trade standards

Leveraging WTO rules to tackle malnutrition

WTO panel issues report regarding EU measures affecting palm oil, biofuels from Indonesia

India launches safeguard investigation on non-alloy and alloy steel flat products

Madagascar launches safeguard investigation on tomato products

China launches safeguard investigation on meat of bovine animals

The EU launches safeguard investigation on manganese and silicon-based alloying elements

New database on critical minerals trade launched to support clean energy transition

Panel established to review EU duties on imports of fatty acid from Indonesia

General Council Chair welcomes “significant progress” in dispute settlement reform talks

Dates fixed for 2026 Ministerial Conference in Cameroon

MC14 host Cameroon formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

WTO Young Professionals Programme — Farewell ceremony

DG Okonjo-Iweala celebrates contributions of 2024 cohort of WTO Young Professionals

Merchandise trade continues to expand in third quarter of 2024

11th Trilateral Technical Symposium — Strengthening Manufacturing Capacities to Respond to the Non-Communicable Diseases Burden

WHO, WIPO, WTO Symposium stresses boosting manufacturing for non-communicable diseases

WTO advanced course on trade and environment concludes in Geneva

DG Okonjo-Iweala: “Essential to adopt a fresh approach” in ongoing WTO negotiations

Formal TPRB meeting — WTO trade monitoring report

Fish Fund Steering Committee endorses 2025 budget and workplan, readies call for proposals

WTO report shows increase in trade restrictions against backdrop of unilateral policies

Members welcome results of Customs Notification Workshop, conclude PSI Agreement review

Trade Policy Review: Solomon Islands

Digitalization takes centre stage in MSME Group discussions

DDG Paugam: Trade is key to food and nutrition security

Goods barometer shows moderate trade growth as policy uncertainty looms

Jordan launches safeguard investigation on safety and protective footwear

Uzbekistan advances WTO accession negotiations, reaffirms commitment to conclude by 2026

Regional WTO SPS workshop for French-speaking Africa concludes in Rabat

Members discuss harnessing benefits of fast-growing services trade for their economies

WTO issues panel report regarding agricultural import measures in Panama

Chair urges WTO members to forge a new path for agriculture talks

Members take stock of sustainability discussions, consider objectives for MC14

Global action needed to make trade inclusive for persons with disabilities

Trade concerns centre of focus at Goods Council meeting

Hybrid event on disability inclusive trade

WTO advanced dispute settlement course concludes in Geneva

WTO members call for urgent action on cotton trade challenges, declining LDC participation

Fisheries subsidies chair circulates revised text before December General Council meeting

Statement by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala following her reappointment as Director-General

Facilitator cites need to intensify discussions in dispute settlement reform talks

Gradual trade recovery underway despite regional conflicts, policy uncertainty

Lithuania gives EUR 20,000 to help developing economies and LDCs improve trade skills

China initiates dispute complaint against Türkiye regarding measures on vehicle imports

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes “meeting of minds” on moving farm trade talks forward

Global goods trade on track for gradual recovery despite lingering downside risks

WTO Fish Fund Steering Committee meeting focuses on preparing for full operations

Ecuador formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

US gives USD 600,000 to strengthen trade expertise in developing economies and LDCs

DDG Hill highlights benefits of re-globalization for resilient, inclusive global economy

Government procurement committee approves best practices regarding SMEs, welcomes observer

Trade Policy Review: Malawi

DDG Ellard urges swift action on fisheries subsidies to aid Pacific sustainability goals

WTO members discuss legal and regulatory issues under work programme on e-commerce

WTO Chairs Programme expands academic network to under-represented regions

WTO initiates selection process for next Director-General

DG Okonjo-Iweala on World Cotton Day: Efforts yielding results, maintain momentum

Members underline need for services trade to be inclusive

DDG Ellard emphasizes vital role of parliaments, provides update on WTO priorities

Introductory trade policy course underway at the WTO for LDC government officials

DDG Ellard spotlights role of the WTO, current priorities

2024 WTO Trade and Public Health Workshop starts in Geneva

Trade and Environment Week 2024 to focus on inclusive shift to sustainability

WTO-FIFA “Partenariat pour le Coton” initiative concludes national consultations

Experts call for resilient and inclusive trade at WTO chairs conference in India

WTO hosts workshop to boost capacity on import licensing and notifications

Members discuss farm policies, address food security, technology transfer, transparency

Azerbaijan continues to make progress towards WTO accession

Roundtable discussion on low-carbon hydrogen underscores importance of global cooperation

EU initiates dispute complaint against Chinese anti-subsidy investigation on EU dairy

WTO Regional Trade Policy Course kicks off in Togo

Trade Policy Review: Kazakhstan

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Canada pledges CAD 250,000 to support food, animal and plant health standards

UAE provides first contribution to EIF Interim Facility to enhance LDC trade capacities

WTO members seek fresh momentum for agriculture talks

WTO-FIFA “Partenariat pour le Coton” initiative kicks off national consultations in Benin

Plastics Pollution Dialogue discusses capacity building, inventories of plastic measures

WTO members move forward with SPS Agreement Sixth Review

WTO members discuss work programme on e-commerce post MC13 with a focus on development

United Arab Emirates donates USD 1 million to WTO Fish Fund

Moot Court competition opens with webinar support on offer for participants

2024 Public Forum concludes with a focus on the youth perspective

Key role of WTO rules in furthering development objectives in focus at Public Forum

WTO announces winner of 2024 Essay Award for Young Economists

Steel industry execs cite critical role of trade and standards in achieving green goals

DG Okonjo-Iweala discusses trade trends with shipping industry leaders at Public Forum

WTO, World Bank launch Trade in Services for Development Initiative at Public Forum

WTO and ITC commence implementation of fund for women exporters, welcome first grant

Harvard’s Jason Furman urges continued embrace of trade to further reduce global inequality

China initiates dispute complaint against Canadian surtax measures

30 years on: A call to action to restore economic cooperation at the WTO

WTO Public Forum 2024 kicks off with record participation expected

Trade and inclusiveness: How to make trade work for all

DG Okonjo-Iweala mourns the passing of Peruvian Ambassador Ana Cecilia Gervasi

DDG Paugam calls for new approaches to promote action on trade and environment

Ireland gives EUR 720,000 to help developing economies increase participation in trading system

Indonesia launches safeguard investigation on polyethylene

World Trade Report 2024 highlights trade’s role in supporting inclusiveness

Public Forum 2024 programme is now available

Goods barometer rises above trend, signalling upturn in trade volume

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes Timor-Leste as 166th WTO member

Ireland gives EUR 200,000 to strengthen STDF projects for global food safety and trade

Applications open for WTO course on services aspects of e-commerce

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes Comoros as 165th WTO member

Last chance to register for 2024 Public Forum

China initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding EU subsidy duties on electric vehicles

WTO announces first cohort of Young Trade Leaders

Public Forum registration closes on 23 August

Tariffs on critical minerals and their role in the electric vehicle value chain

WTO launches new interactive tool “World Trade Statistics 2023 — Key insights and trends”

EU initiates dispute complaint regarding Chinese Taipei’s wind installation measures

WTO issues 2024 Annual Report

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Dispute panels established to review EU measures on imports of South African citrus fruit

WTO advanced trade policy course for Spanish-speaking officials concludes in Geneva

WTO issues new edition of World Tariff Profiles

Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender welcomes new member, launches online policy tool

DDG Hill: WTO key in helping tackle emerging challenges in complex geopolitical landscape

Plastics Dialogue coordinators identify points of focus for future work

Sports goods trade sees threefold growth over past 30 years

France contributes EUR 6 million to help developing economies deepen trade expertise

Jordan formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

FIFA-WTO study shows economic impact of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

Members voice support for early start of Director-General selection process

Comoros and Timor-Leste submit WTO accession instruments, accept Fisheries Subsidies Agreement

Benin and Sierra Leone formally accept Fisheries Subsidies Agreement, bringing tally to 80

Members welcome Iraq’s return to WTO accession talks after 16 years

Madagascar launches safeguard investigation on certain types of edible vegetable oils

Facilitator, co-convenors update members on dispute settlement reform work

Trade Policy Review: China

Members discuss range of topics related to developing economies’ participation in trade

DG Okonjo-Iweala calls on members to “walk the talk” and engage in genuine negotiation

Call for papers deadline extended for World Trade Congress on Gender 2025

WTO members explore ways of boosting LDCs’ capacity to participate in services trade

DDG Ellard: WTO is key in enhancing connectivity within global supply chains

Digitalization, transit issues of landlocked states in focus at trade facilitation meeting

DDG Paugam: WTO system can serve as insurance policy for green steel investors

FAO Committee on Fisheries, Thirty-sixth session (COFI36)

DDG Ellard, at FAO meeting, urges completion of critical work on fisheries subsidies

Members discuss TRIPS review, pandemic preparedness and impact of new WIPO Treaty

Trade Policy Review: Jamaica

WTO monitoring shows members acting to facilitate trade despite protectionist pressures

WTO members discuss efforts to reinvigorate farm trade talks

WTO Thematic Course on Trade in Value Added and Global Value Chains concludes in Geneva

Regional Trade Policy Course concludes in Shanghai for Asia-Pacific officials

DDG Paugam — WTO at a “crossroads” in addressing trade and climate nexus

Members discuss future work of the Goods Council, review trade concerns

WTO members call for reinvigorating discussions on services trade

Revisit rulebook on food and agriculture, DG Okonjo-Iweala urges workshop participants

Steering Committee of the WTO Fish Fund moves towards making the Fund operational

WTO members consider four regional trade agreements

Goods trade posts 1% growth in the first quarter of 2024 after 2023 plateau

Kazakhstan formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Working group on small business considers future topics for discussion

Trade Policy Review: Mozambique

Heads of WTO, Afreximbank sign agreement to boost cooperation on food, trade, fisheries

Aid for Trade Global Review concludes with commitment to keep adapting to changing needs

Finland gives EUR 700,000 to help strengthen LDCs’ trade capacities via EIF Interim Facility

Advanced course on economic analysis of trade policy concludes in Geneva

Members advance Sixth Review of SPS Agreement, address trade concerns

Aid for Trade vital to help seize energy transition opportunities, WTO report reveals

Food security, LDCs, small business champions take centre stage at Day 2 of Aid for Trade

High-level panel highlights development opportunities offered by the digital economy

Worldwide push for sustainable fisheries highlighted at Aid for Trade Global Review

High-level session examines challenges for least developed countries in global trade

Members adopt key report on challenges and opportunities in SPS Agreement implementation

Joint WTO-World Bank work programme on trade in services unveiled at Aid for Trade Review

Chairs Programme can help trade deliver for people — DG Okonjo-Iweala

Geneva Week invites participants to delve into recent developments in international trade

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Chairs Programme discusses importance of cooperation among participating universities

South Africa seeks panel reviews of EU measures affecting imports of citrus fruit

Registration opens for public hearing in US–Argentina dispute regarding tubular goods

STDF issues Annual Report titled “From global to local, safe trade in partnerships”

Facilitator briefs members on start of formal dispute settlement reform work

Applications welcome for 2024 Trade and Public Health Workshop

WTO members advance on plans to deepen exchanges on environmental measures

Trade Policy Review: Canada

Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender launches Prize for Gender Equality in Trade

DDG Ellard welcomes participants to 2024 John H. Jackson Moot Court Finals

WTO advanced trade policy course for Spanish-speaking officials underway in Geneva

Next steps for the WTO in combating illicit trade

First edition of the WIPO–WTO Executive Program on IP Issues concludes in Geneva

Montenegro formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Advanced SPS Course follow-up session concludes in Geneva

Working Party Chair meets Somalian President to discuss WTO accession, Trade for Peace

Plastics Dialogue co-coordinators outline focus areas to guide post-MC13 work

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes President Assoumani of Comoros to the WTO

Deadline for submitting proposals for the 2024 Public Forum extended to 21 June

Gender and Albania’s accession take centre stage at Government Procurement Committee

Evaluation praises work of STDF in helping developing countries meet SPS standards

Trade Policy Review: Iceland

DDG Ellard thanks retirees for service; briefs on WTO developments, pension plan status

DDG Paugam: WTO system prerequisite to achieving steel decarbonization, climate goals

Committee on Market Access holds first thematic session on greening the Harmonized System

Webinar discusses leveraging digital technologies to revolutionize customs operations

“On vous aime” — the WTO opens its doors to the public and thanks its host city

WTO upgrades platform on trade opportunities in government procurement

Urgency of WTO work on fisheries subsidies spotlighted on eve of World Oceans Day

WTO advanced course on analysing trade in services concludes in Geneva

Members add good practice guide to TBT transparency tools, advance work on triennial review

High-Level conference on Uzbekistan’s economic reforms and accession

DG Okonjo-Iweala meets Uzbek President, addresses conference on reforms, WTO accession

WTO report notes increasingly positive impact of technical assistance activities

DG Okonjo-Iweala meets Azerbaijani President, welcomes Trade and Investment Day at COP29

Conference on the accession of Azerbaijan to the WTO

WTO spotlights inclusive trade for clean energy transition on Environment Day

Benin hosts steering committee meeting of WTO-FIFA “Partenariat pour le Coton” initiative

Registration opens for 5th WHO-WIPO-WTO Trilateral Cooperation Technical Webinar

WTO launches Young Trade Leaders Programme, invites applications

European Union initiates compliance proceedings over Colombian duties on frozen fries

Deadline of 14 June for submitting proposals for 2024 Public Forum

Economic integration through WTO accession and membership

DG Okonjo-Iweala meets Kazakh President, attends Central Asia Trade Policy Forum in Almaty

WTO members hold first formal meeting on dispute settlement reform

New WTO publication highlights strategies to tackle illicit trade in food and food fraud

Members agree on 2024 chairpersons for subsidiary bodies of Goods Council

Fossil fuel subsidy reform meeting advances work plan after MC13

Call for research papers on innovation now open for World Trade Congress on Gender 2025

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

New disciplines on regulation of services trade enter into force for four more members

European Union, Australia affirm intention to implement recent WTO rulings

WTO members review farm policies, discuss food security, transfer of technology

Uzbekistan continues to make progress towards WTO accession

First WTO workshop on customs valuation notifications concludes in Geneva

DG Okonjo-Iweala cites members’ desire to complete unfinished business from MC13

Qatar formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Regional trade policy course underway in Shanghai for Asia-Pacific government officials

Members seek to improve transparency in import licensing regimes

Trade and Gender Informal Working Group advances work on gender-responsive trade policies

Webinar looks at use of digital technologies to improve supply chain procedures

Webinar stresses potential of services trade to boost growth in Latin America, Caribbean

DDG Ellard calls for more inclusive trade policies at WTO Chairs Programme event in Peru

DDG Ellard urges APEC leaders to help turn MC13 progress into concrete outcomes

Members discuss proposals to reinvigorate technology transfer discussions

New facilitator details next steps for dispute settlement reform talks after consultations

Trade data reveal changing patterns in electric vehicles market

Mauritius formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Lao PDR formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

WTO to open its doors to the public on 9 June

Members discuss progress on WTO-FIFA cotton initiative, trade trends, World Cotton Day

DG Okonjo-Iweala concludes high-level visit to three Latin American countries

Cambodia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Committee on Market Access hosts second thematic session on supply chain resilience

Workshop on WTO Government Procurement Agreement concludes in Geneva

WTO and ADB strengthen collaboration for sustainable economic growth

Goods Council takes stock of progress to improve its functioning, advance WTO reform

Aid for Trade Global Review to discuss trade mainstreaming, food security, connectivity

Preparations for upcoming 2024 Global Review of Aid for Trade intensify

Members review reforms to facilitate participation in rules of origin work

Members welcome appointment of facilitator for WTO dispute settlement reform talks

Members discuss future pandemics preparedness, way forward on TRIPS implementation review

WTO workshop takes stock of incentives for technology transfer under TRIPS Agreement

E-commerce negotiators finalize “technical discussions” and outline next steps

High-level dialogue marks 30 years of TRIPS Agreement

Energy transition at centre of discussions in environment committee and thematic session

South Africa initiates second dispute complaint regarding EU citrus fruit measures

Thirty years of trade growth and poverty reduction

Members review anti-dumping actions and regulations at first biannual meeting of 2024

Transparency concerns remain at centre during discussions at SCM Committee meeting

Trade Policy Review: Morocco

Working Party reviews new notifications and hears calls for greater transparency

WTO issues panel report regarding Chinese duties on Australian wine

WTO, FIFA take steps to advance cotton initiative unveiled at MC13

Trade and Gender course supports officials in skills enhancement, experience-sharing

WTO members hold focused discussions on harnessing digitalization to facilitate trade

Committee adopts recommendations to support vulnerable members in tackling food insecurity

WTO introductory course for government officials from LDCs begins in Geneva

Fresh thinking needed to move agriculture talks forward, says Chair

DG Okonjo-Iweala marks 30th anniversary of the Marrakesh Agreement

Applications open for WTO Advanced Course on Analyzing Trade in Services

Trade growth likely to pick up in 2024 in spite of challenging environment

Plastics Dialogue discusses work plan for implementing MC13 statement, welcomes expansion

WTO launches new e-Learning series on digital trade opportunities for developing economies

New Global Services Trade Data Hub offers extensive, tailored access to WTO data

New ideas tabled to advance work of information technology committee

Members discuss ways to boost developing economies’ participation in global trading system

UK gives GBP 673,000 to foster sustainable development in LDCs via EIF Interim Facility

WTO forecasts rebound in global trade but warns of downside risks

Türkiye launches safeguard investigation on ethyl acetate

WTO members review six regional trade agreements

WTO launches online registration for 2024 Public Forum, call for proposals

Australia and China announce mutually agreed solution in dispute over wine duties

China initiates dispute regarding US tax credits for electric vehicles, renewable energy

Members discuss digital and remittance services, MC13 follow-up in Services Week

Members agree on timetable for market access thematic sessions, discuss trade concerns

Over 60 students participate in 2024 edition of Model WTO

WTO and EIF host discussion on trade policy and women’s economic empowerment

Applications open for WTO Regional Workshop on Trade and Public Health

WTO panel issues report regarding Australian duties on certain Chinese goods

WTO members examine ways to support smooth transition after graduation from LDC status

Canada gives CAD 250,000 to boost safe food exports from developing economies

WTO chairpersons for 2024

Members make progress with SPS Agreement Sixth Review, discuss trade concerns

Applications open for WIPO-WTO Executive Programme on Intellectual Property Issues

DG Okonjo-Iweala lauds MC13 work, urges members to swiftly complete unfinished business

India, US announce mutually agreed solution in dispute over agricultural import measures

Talks on Costa Rica’s accession to government procurement agreement intensify

STDF promotes safe trade for development in Africa on International Francophonie Day

Working group on small business discusses way forward post MC13, welcomes 99th member

Members supporting Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement discuss next steps

Chair briefs members on consultations regarding post-MC13 dispute settlement reform work

Applications open for WTO Advanced Course on Economic Analysis of Trade Policy

Russia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Trade Policy Review: Angola

Advanced course on trade in services concludes at the WTO

Co-convenors mark recent round of e-commerce negotiations an important milestone

DDG Zhang welcomes 2024 FIMIP and NTP cohorts to the WTO Secretariat

DDG Ellard and fisheries subsidies negotiations chair share next steps at World Ocean Summit

The United States launches safeguard investigation on fine denier polyester staple fiber

Goods barometer continues to signal weak upward momentum in trade

DDG Hill: Digital and services trade foster socio-economic inclusion of women

WTO launches call for candidates for 2025 Young Professionals Programme

EU contributed EUR 75,000 for LDC participation in MC13

Japan gives EUR 115,000 to support trade-related capacity-building in developing economies

Trade and gender co-chairs discuss post-MC13 work, launch prize for gender equality in trade

Trade, sustainability and climate: What is at stake 30 years after WTO’s creation?

WTO panel issues report regarding EU measures affecting palm oil, palm crop-based biofuels

DDG Ellard gives debrief on key outcomes from MC13 and path forward

Applications open for WTO Advanced Global Workshop on government procurement

South Africa Launches Safeguard Investigation on Certain flat-rolled products of Iron, Non-alloy Steel, or Other Alloy Steel

MC13 ends with decisions on dispute reform, development; commitment to continue ongoing talks

South Africa formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

EU gives EUR 1 million to support trade know-how in developing economies and LDCs

MC13 closing speech — Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

WTO 13th Ministerial Conference extended by one day to facilitate outcomes

UAE gives CHF 240,000 to support least-developed countries’ participation in MC13

DG Okonjo-Iweala encourages members to close remaining gaps to secure outcomes at MC13

DG Okonjo-Iweala to business: Your engagement and support are crucial

Sweden gives SEK 27 million to support trade growth in LDCs through EIF Facility

WTO members seek convergence on fisheries subsidies and agriculture at MC13

WTO members working on fossil fuel subsidy reform unveil plan to ramp up efforts

Members of three environmental initiatives share plans for next phase of work at MC13

Philippines formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

DG Okonjo-Iweala meets with Civil Society Advisory Group on sidelines of MC13

The MC13 opening ceremony

Ministers approve WTO membership of Comoros and Timor-Leste at MC13

Wave of acceptances of Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies at MC13 advances entry into force

Members urged to keep reinvigorating the WTO to deliver benefits for people through trade

DG Okonjo-Iweala urges trade ministers’ coalition to boost climate action through the WTO

China Round Table looks at Arab perspectives on WTO accession

Three-quarters of members mark finalization of IFD Agreement, request incorporation into WTO

WTO, ITC launch USD 50 million global fund for women exporters in the digital economy

Iceland gives CHF 20,000 to support LDCs’ participation in MC13

DG welcomes Abu Dhabi Parliamentary Conference on WTO, urges parliamentarians to support a successful MC13

United Kingdom gives CHF 33,000 to support LDCs’ participation in MC13

Morocco launches safeguard investigation on coated fiberboard

Haiti formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

WTO panel issues ruling on US compliance with Spanish olive duties ruling

Korea gives CHF 260,000 to bolster developing countries’ trade expertise

Applications now open for WTO Training Course on Trade and Gender

DDG Hill emphasizes role of trade in fostering access to digital finance

Agriculture negotiations chair circulates revised text, aiming for outcome at MC13

Fisheries subsidies chair circulates draft text to ministers as basis for MC13 negotiations

Norway boosts global trade and food safety with NOK 16 million contribution to the STDF

DG Okonjo-Iweala on MC13: “We are going to get it done”

New edition of “WTO Ministerial Conferences: Key Outcomes” publication now available

Barbados, Dominica, Senegal, Uruguay formally accept Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

TRIPS Council finalizes preparations for MC13

DDG Ellard stresses importance of securing substantive outcomes at MC13

Norway pledges NOK 20 million to support sustainable economic growth in LDCs through EIF

Indonesia initiates WTO dispute complaint against EU duties on imports of fatty acids

Finland gives EUR 1.2 million to improve developing economies’ participation in world trade

DG Okonjo-Iweala underlines the need to deliver on trade and development at MC13

Participants in IFD Agreement agree on objectives for MC13

Aid-for-Trade Global Review 2024 to look at mainstreaming trade into development strategies

E-commerce negotiators engage in first review of Chair’s text

DG Okonjo-Iweala welcomes new cohort of WTO Young Professionals

Remarks by Ms Samah Issa Al Rawahi, representative of the 2024 Young Professionals cohort

WTO issues call for papers for 2024 Essay Award for Young Economists

Fish Fund Steering Committee holds inaugural meeting

Türkiye appeals WTO dispute panel report regarding Turkish duties on certain US goods

Chair introduces draft text for agriculture negotiations in run-up to MC13

WTO Advanced Trade Policy Course underway in Geneva

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Plastics Pollution Dialogue finalizes text for MC13 Ministerial Statement

Cabo Verde formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Members updated on progress in dispute settlement reform talks in run-up to MC13

Austria gives EUR 200,000 to help boost developing economies’ trade expertise

Members make progress on trade and environmental sustainability outcomes for MC13

Portugal donates EUR 50,000 to WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism

Deadline for MC13 media accreditation extended to 9 February

DDG Hill stresses importance of IFD Agreement to foster sustainable development

Surge in wheat shipments bypassing Suez Canal, WTO Wheat Dashboard finds

Germany gives EUR 1.95 million to boost safe food trade

DDG Ellard highlights members’ negotiating priorities and WTO reform issues ahead of MC13

Türkiye launches two safeguard investigations: on “knitted or crocheted fabrics” and on “other paper and cardboard”

Agriculture negotiations enter final straight as MC13 approaches

DDG Hill emphasizes importance of services trade and e-commerce at seminar on the WTO

Working Party Chair visits Baghdad to hold high-level consultations on Iraq’s accession

At start of “Fish Month”, WTO members endorse draft text as basis for work towards MC13

Members endorse Timor-Leste’s WTO accession package, ready for formal adoption in Abu Dhabi

High demand for energy-related critical minerals creates supply chain pressures

Comoros WTO accession package ready for formal adoption at MC13

Madagascar launches safeguard investigation on polypropylene woven sheaths and bags

Fisheries subsidies chair circulates new text in “final push” to reach agreement at MC13

WTO dispute panel issues report regarding duties imposed by Türkiye on US products

DG Okonjo-Iweala bids farewell to the 2023 cohort of WTO Young Professionals

G20 trade policy direction becoming more restrictive amid continued slow trade growth

Members told “finish line within reach” in dispute settlement reform talks

MC13 Chair briefs members on ministerial preparations; members approve budget increase

New WTO information note reveals changing pattern in Africa’s trade in intermediate goods

Digital trade is key to boosting growth in developing economies

Regional Trade and Public Health Workshop in Kuwait confirms value of collaborative work

India appeals second panel report in dispute regarding Indian tech tariffs

President of Senegal: Equality and inclusion should remain at the heart of the WTO agenda

WTO, IFC co-publication highlights need to boost trade finance in Mekong region

The Gambia, UK formally accept Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies; UK pledges to the Fund

WTO members congratulate Bhutan on graduating from LDC status

General Council elects Vice Chairs for 13th Ministerial Conference

DG Okonjo-Iweala: It’s time to “dramatize” Geneva to deliver concrete outcomes for MC13

Chile formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

DDG Paugam: WTO rules help to combat illegal food trade

Chair cites “clear desire” of ministers to deliver outcomes at MC13

Trade Policy Review: Chile

IRENA-WTO report highlights role of trade in developing green hydrogen markets

WTO members discuss proposals on work programme on e-commerce

WTO monitoring shows export restrictions persist even as trade-facilitating trend continues

Trade Policy Review Body — WTO Trade Monitoring Report

Report explores opportunities and challenges for developing economies from digital trade

Trade Policy Review: Hong Kong, China

DDG Paugam announces more support for Steel Standards Principles, follow-up at COP29

At “eWeek”, DDG Ellard emphasizes the importance of digital trade for development

WTO, IICA to deepen cooperation on farm trade, food security in Latin America and Caribbean

Fisheries subsidies chair opens final “Fish Week” of 2023 for crucial MC13 groundwork

DG Okonjo-Iweala: We need to use every weapon in our arsenal to fight the climate crisis

Training course on WTO rules in accession negotiations opens in Geneva

Trade negotiations have key role in addressing food security, climate change: DDG Paugam

DDG Paugam: Fight against climate change can also bring trade opportunities for LDCs

WTO Secretariat launches trade policy toolkit at COP28 to support action on climate goals

Heads of WTO, FAO sign agreement to boost cooperation on trade, food and climate change

WTO concludes training programme in the Seychelles

Members agree on draft MC13 decision on small economies’ integration into trading system

Director-General welcomes Steel Standards Principles for decarbonization, launched at COP28

E-commerce co-convenors set out roadmap for concluding negotiations in early 2024

WTO members review farm policies, discuss food security, technology transfer

Mini-ministerial on agriculture seeks political guidance for negotiators ahead of MC13

Members consider seven regional trade agreements, discuss improvements to Committee’s work

Goods barometer shows trade volumes returning to trend amid high uncertainty

Dispute panel established to review EU duties on imports of biodiesel from Indonesia

Report highlights committee work on preferential rules of origin for least developed countries

Liechtenstein donates CHF 40,000 to WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism

Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform meeting advances work in lead-up to MC13

Members discuss ways for developing economies to benefit more fully from global trade

Plastics Pollution Dialogue makes further headway on draft MC13 statement

EU donates EUR 1 million to WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism

Agriculture negotiations intensify ahead of mini-ministerial meeting

Trade Policy Review: Albania

Committee on Market Access holds first thematic session on supply chain resilience

Intermediate goods exports continue to fall in second quarter of 2023

Members advance discussion on addressing challenges in implementing SPS Agreement

Committee agrees to Brazil’s terms of accession to Civil Aircraft Agreement

The United States extends its strategic partnership with the STDF until 2028

Norway donates NOK 9 million to WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism

Report finds strong expansion of global value chains but warns of increased vulnerability

WTO members examine proposals to deepen discussions on trade and environment

Uzbekistan injects renewed momentum into WTO accession process

DDG Ellard calls for APEC leadership in reforming the WTO, delivering at MC13

Media accreditation for 13th Ministerial Conference is now open

Members agree on changes to improve the functioning of the Customs Valuation Committee

Youth Trade Summit emphasizes contribution of youth to the trade and gender debate

Mainstreaming trade key to supporting development, say WTO members

WTO-WIPO colloquium for intellectual property teachers opens in Geneva

Spain donates EUR 2 million to WTO Fisheries Funding Mechanism

Trade Policy Review: Türkiye

DG and fisheries subsidies chair urge members to bridge differences before year-end

Members discuss product safety in e-commerce, use of digital tools, air 65 trade concerns

Parties to government procurement pact welcome new party, new acceding country

WTO to highlight role of trade policy for climate action at COP28 in Dubai

Türkiye launches safeguard investigation on wire rods

Timely food market information is key amid crises, agriculture group says

WTO members address trade and development dimension of cotton, potential MC13 outcome

WTO launches new online course on trade and sustainable waste management

Trade Policy Review: Chinese Taipei

2023 edition of WTO Trade and Public Health Workshop begins in Geneva

US gives USD 600,000 to support trade-related capacity-building in developing economies

WTO training course on trade and gender for Geneva-based delegates concludes

Exploring new pathways for LDC integration into global trade

DDG Zhang calls on LDCs to explore ways of boosting agriculture and services trade

DG Okonjo-Iweala: “Our work is cut out for us” on achieving concrete MC13 outcomes

Seminar for journalists from Latin America concludes in Bogotá

New Import Licensing Notification Portal now available

Indonesia launches four safeguard investigations

Working group on food security moves closer to finalizing report and recommendations

WTO issues new edition of Trade Profiles

Members to continue dialogue on extending TRIPS Decision to therapeutics and diagnostics

WTO Regional Trade Policy Course begins in Lomé

Transparency concerns highlighted during discussions at subsidies committee meeting

E-commerce co-convenors: “We must lock in the credible package that we have in our hands”

Items proposed for consideration at the next meeting of Dispute Settlement Body

Committee reviews latest member notifications on anti-dumping actions, legislation

DDG Ellard: Africa shows admirable leadership in achieving development objectives

WTO panel to review US anti-dumping duties on tubes and pipes from Argentina

Madagascar launches safeguard investigation on diapers and sanitary napkins

WTO and partner organizations unveil Trade House pavilion for UN COP28 climate summit

Reminder: NGO accreditation for Abu Dhabi Ministerial Conference closes on 24 November

Safeguards Committee reviews latest notifications, improvements in committee functions

Trade Policy Review: Southern African Customs Union

Senior Officials Meeting paves way for progress on deliverables at MC13

Fiji formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Surge of formal acceptances of Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies — entry into force closer

China commits USD 450,000 to support WTO accession and least-developed countries

WTO members reach deal to support least-developed countries on path to graduation

Agriculture negotiators discuss new proposals submitted by WTO members

Trade in wine and vine products on the rise

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