Members underscore continued focus on trade facilitation implementation and assistance

This year marks a turning point for the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), as the number of…

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

In a speech to the Japanese business federation Keidanren in Tokyo on 11 March, WTO Deputy…

Trade Policy Review: Australia

The ninth review of the trade policies and practices of Australia takes place on 12 and…

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

Global goods trade appeared to remain steady in the fourth quarter of 2024 and looked set…

Guatemala formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

Guatemala deposited its instrument of acceptance of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies on 10 March. Ambassador…

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

In a speech on 7 March, on the eve of International Women’s Day, former German Chancellor…

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

The Informal Working Group on Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) on 5 March examined the…

WCP Mexico: Joint research workshop

Remarks by DDG Zhang Reach us to explore global export and import deals

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

A workshop held on 6-7 March in Mexico City brought together academia, trade negotiators and policymakers…

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

The Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, launched by the WTO Secretariat and the…