Trade Policy Review: Sierra Leone

The third review of the trade policies and practices of Sierra Leone takes place on 15…

Incoterms 2020 CPT: Spotlight on Carriage Paid To

Incoterms 2020 rules are the latest revision of international terms of trade published by the International…

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

Trade policy tensions are escalating fast. In recent months, several large economies have announced or implemented…

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

The government of China is contributing USD 500,000 (CHF 425,000) in 2025 to finance WTO-led training…

WTO members elect new chair for services negotiations

On 11 April, WTO members confirmed the appointment of Ambassador Adamu Mohammed Abdulhamid of Nigeria as…

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

At a meeting of the Council for Trade in Goods (CTG) on 9-10 April, WTO members…

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

The WTO marked on 10 April its 30th anniversary with an event that brought together senior…

Plastics Dialogue midpoint review charts path towards MC14

At a meeting on 9 April, WTO members participating in the Dialogue on Plastics Pollution and…

Navigating Tariff Chaos: Strategies for Importers and Exporters

In my years working in international trade, I've never witnessed such rapid and unpredictable changes to…

Statement by the Director-General on escalating trade tensions

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO, issued the following statement on 9 April: Reach us…