WTO Members Intensify Efforts to Reform Global Trade Rules
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is moving into a more focused phase of discussions aimed at strengthening the international trading...
Trade Policy
Trump Claims Tariffs Are Bringing Automotive Manufacturing Back to the United States
U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that his administration’s tariff policy is encouraging automobile manufacturers to expand production in the...
India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Opens New Opportunities for Exporters and Businesses
India and New Zealand have taken a significant step in their economic relationship with the reported entry into force of...
South Korea and Chile Strengthen Trade Dialogue Through Bilateral Free Trade Commission Meeting
South Korea and Chile are continuing efforts to strengthen their economic relationship through discussions under their bilateral free trade framework....
WTO Raises 2026 Global Merchandise Trade Growth Forecast to 3.9% Amid Economic Uncertainty
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has raised its forecast for global merchandise trade growth in 2026 to 3.9%, pointing to...
How Global Trade Continues to Grow Despite Geopolitical Conflicts and Supply Chain Disruptions
International trade is demonstrating considerable resilience despite geopolitical tensions, changing economic policies and disruptions affecting important shipping routes. While conflicts...
WTO Updates Global Trade Outlook as AI Products and Regional Markets Reshape Commerce
Global trade is undergoing significant changes as technological innovation, shifting supply chains and economic uncertainty influence the movement of goods...
Japan Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation into Titanium Dioxide Pigments Imported from China
Japan has launched a formal investigation into imports of rutile titanium dioxide-based pigments and preparations originating in China, opening a...
OECD Report Highlights Gaps in Border Systems as Global Trade Demands Better Product Information
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has highlighted growing challenges in international trade as border systems struggle to...
WTO Members Intensify Reform Talks as Global Trade Rules Face Growing Pressure
Geneva: Members of the World Trade Organization are intensifying discussions on reforming the global trading system as governments seek to...
Global Trade Faces New Pressure as Geopolitical Tensions Reshape International Commerce
Geneva: The global trading system is facing a period of significant change as geopolitical tensions, government interventions and rapid technological...
WTO Warns Global Trading System Is Under Growing Geopolitical Pressure
Geneva: The global trading system is undergoing major structural changes as geopolitical tensions, government interventions, technological developments and shifting economic...
G20 Trade Talks Focus on Tariffs, Industrial Overcapacity and Global Trade Rules
Washington: Trade ministers from the Group of 20 economies are discussing tariffs, industrial overcapacity and distortions in international commerce as...
WTO Report Examines Major Changes Reshaping the Global Trading System
Geneva: The global trading system is undergoing significant changes as geopolitical tensions, technological advances and growing government intervention reshape the...
US-China Tariff Changes Cover a Wide Range of Products as Trade Tensions Evolve
Washington/Beijing: Trade conditions between the United States and China are undergoing another shift as changes to tariff arrangements affect a...
US-China Trade Relations Remain in Focus as Leaders Discuss Economic Issues
Trade and economic relations between the United States and China remain a major focus for international businesses and investors as...
WTO Warns Global Trade System Faces Major Turning Point as Reform Debate Intensifies
The global trading system is facing a major period of change as governments confront geopolitical tensions, shifting economic power, digitalisation...
WTO to Put Artificial Intelligence at the Centre of New Global Trade Policy Dialogue
The World Trade Organization is preparing to bring together policymakers, technology leaders and trade experts for the first World Trade...
Indonesia and China Strengthen Cooperation to Prepare Economic Negotiators for Global Challenges
Indonesia is strengthening cooperation with China to improve the capabilities of government officials responsible for negotiating international economic agreements and...
Four Decades After the Uruguay Round: What Its Legacy Can Teach the Future of Global Trade
Four decades after negotiations began on the Uruguay Round, the international trading system is reflecting on one of the most...
WTO Public Forum 2026 Programme Reveals 113 Sessions on the Future of Services Trade
The World Trade Organization has released the full programme for the 2026 WTO Public Forum, bringing together more than 500...
UNDP and Bangladesh Discuss Stronger Investment, Trade and MSME Cooperation
BANGLADESH AI Generated Image Dhaka, The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has indicated that it is prepared to strengthen its...
UNDP Seeks Stronger Partnership With Bangladesh to Boost Investment and Trade
BANGLADESH AI Generated Image Dhaka, The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has expressed its willingness to deepen cooperation with Bangladesh...
Uzbekistan Pushes Ahead With WTO Membership as 2026 Accession Target Remains in Focus
Geneva, Uzbekistan is continuing an intensive effort to join the World Trade Organization, with the country reaffirming its ambition to...
India Seeks WTO Consultations With US Over New Quartz Surface Import Tariffs
National War Memorial in New Delhi, India. Original public domain image from Flickr India has approached the World Trade Organization...
Trump Announces 90-Day Beef Import Plan to Push Down U.S. Ground Beef Prices
President Trump makes remarks at the U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires meet and greet??More:?? President Donald Trump conducts a meet and...
Israel Moves to Ban Imports Made with Forced Labour, Aligning Trade Policy with Human Rights Standards
In a significant policy shift aimed at strengthening ethical trade practices and protecting human rights, the Israeli government has approved...
Centre William Rappard at 100: A Century of Global Dialogue, Diplomacy and Trade
The Centre William Rappard (CWR), one of Geneva's most recognizable international landmarks, has reached a remarkable milestone—its 100th anniversary. Over...
