In the notification New Zealand indicated, among other things, as follows: "4. Provide a point of contact for the investigation and identify the preferred means for corresponding. The point of contact would be available to respond to enquiries …
"The war in the Middle East is generating substantial and highly asymmetric impacts on energy supplies, food security, and economic activity across countries and regions. While the global economy continues to show resilience, the effects of the …
Members congratulated Ambassador Balakrishnan, who succeeds Ambassador Salomon Eheth of Cameroon, on her election, and thanked the outgoing Chair for his leadership over the past year. In his farewell remarks, Ambassador Eheth recalled that his tenure had …
Legislators from French-speaking countries gathered in Geneva to engage with the WTO Secretariat on the rules, negotiations and challenges shaping the multilateral trading system. The workshop, organized as part of the WTO's technical assistance and …
The following documents are available: Secretariat report A detailed report written independently by the WTO Secretariat. Government report A policy statement by the government of the member under review. Concluding remarks Chairperson's concluding …
Your Serene Highnesses, Prince Albert of Monaco, Princess Charlene, distinguished ministers, and colleagues - thank you for the honor of joining you today at the Monaco Blue Initiative. Allow me first to convey the sincere greetings of Dr. Ngozi Okonjo- …
Despite the high level of activity, the number of government officials trained via WTO technical assistance in 2025 represents a 31 per cent decline compared with 2024. Least-developed country nationals accounted for 29 per cent of beneficiaries. Women…
A total of 229 questions were raised by members concerning individual notifications and specific implementation matters during the meeting. This peer review process allows members to address issues related to the implementation of commitments in the …
DS644: India - Measures Concerning Trade in Goods in the Solar Cell, Solar Module, and Information Technology Sectors China submitted its first request for the establishment of a dispute panel to determine whether tariffs applied by India to certain …
The agenda of the meeting can be consulted here. Use of GATT Article XXVIII rules to modify tariff commitments China made a statement regarding its 18 May communication concerning the use of General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) Article XXVIII, …
In the notification the Russian Federation indicated, among other things, as follows: "4. Provide a point of contact for the investigation and identify the preferred means for corresponding. The point of contact would be available to respond to …
Information session on trade facilitation and rules of origin An information session held on 12 May explored the intersection between trade facilitation and rules of origin. The session was jointly opened by the Chair of the CRO together with the Chair of …
The capacity-building activities by the WTO Secretariat are intended to help government officials broaden their expertise in WTO matters, including their rights and obligations under WTO agreements, and their ability to negotiate trade rules, as well as …
The Committee elected Ambassador R.G.S.P.K. Wijesekara of Sri Lanka as its new Chair, taking over from Ambassador Dr. José Roberto Sánchez-Fung of the Dominican Republic. The United States said that on 20 February 2026, the President of the United States …
Citing the summary of MC14 Chairperson Luc Magloire Mbarga Atangana, Cameroon's Minister of Trade, Ambassador Kelly recalled that members came close to endorsing texts on the E-Commerce Work Programme and moratorium and on WTO reform. Her consultations …
Deputy Director-General Jean-Marie Paugam welcomed members and observers to WTO headquarters in Geneva for the first of two sessions. Discussions in the morning focused on development assistance to the cotton sector, while those in the afternoon considered …
The Committee adopted its rules of procedure, the template for its annotated draft agenda of meetings, and a decision on the electronic submissions of members' notifications. It also granted the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization …
The 2026 Public Forum will consider the role of services trade as an engine of development, source of income, and driver of job creation and empowerment worldwide, particularly for women and young people. More information about this year's event is …
The Chair drew attention to the WTO Secretariat's compendium on notification submission rates. He reported that 100 members have yet to submit their 2025 new and full subsidy notifications, 78 members have not provided their 2023 notifications, and 80 …
WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala welcomed Canada's continued support for the STDF: "We thank Canada for its continued support for the STDF and its commitment to strengthening food safety and plant and animal health systems worldwide. By …
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