In a document submitted together with the notification (see footnote of the notification), the Philippines indicated, among other things, as follows: "[I]nterested parties are hereby invited to submit their comments and position on the matter, …
The report, entitled “Economic Implications of Data Regulation: Balancing Openness and Trust”, notes how data flows have become the lifeblood of social and economic interactions. At the same time, it highlights a surge in regulations conditioning data …
In his final report reflecting on the extensive work done over the past two years, Ambassador Acarsoy expressed regret over the absence of an outcome on agriculture at MC13 in 2024, despite having come very close to a result. He told WTO members that their …
China claims that the 10 per cent additional ad valorem duties applied on all goods originating in China, as well as measures with respect to the availability of drawback and duty-free de minimis treatment, which apply to all products of Chinese origin, …
This annual colloquium is designed to update and develop the capacity of IP experts to support their economies' independent research, policy analysis and teaching in the field of IP law. The 2025 edition was launched by WTO Deputy Director-General …
Academic institutions in the WTO Chairs Programme receive financial and technical support from the WTO for trade-related research, curriculum development and outreach activities. The objective is to boost the capacity of these institutions to advise WTO …
In the notification, South Africa indicated, among other things, as follows: “Interested parties must make themselves known within a period of 20 days after the initiation of the investigation. Any information that the interested parties may wish to submit …
The third quarter of 2024 saw services exports rise by 16 per cent in Asia, followed by 8 per cent in Europe, while North America, South and Central America and the Caribbean expanded by 7 per cent. Marked growth was also recorded on imports across regions …
A key initiative to enhance diversity and strengthen WTO membership representation at the professional level within the Secretariat, the YPP has supported the development of trade expertise among young professionals from developing economies and least …
President Peña noted that Paraguay is one of the most open economies in the world, firmly anchored in the belief that "free commerce is a bedrock of civilized peoples." In fact, Paraguay is the second most open economy in Latin America, with no …
A key theme among the discussions was the need for increased investment in digital infrastructure and capacity building, and for the establishment of regulatory frameworks related to e-commerce. Members highlighted the challenges facing developing …
DS629: Türkiye — Measures Concerning Electric Vehicles and Other Types of Vehicles from China China submitted a request for the establishment of a dispute panel to rule on various measures taken by Türkiye concerning electric vehicles ("EVs") and …
Given the ongoing lack of agreement among WTO members regarding the filling of Appellate Body vacancies, there is no Appellate Body Division available at the current time to deal with the appeals. Further information will be available within the next few …
Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said: “I warmly welcome Iceland's second contribution to the WTO Fish Fund, which reflects its strong commitment to sustainable fisheries and multilateral cooperation. Building on its previous donation, this latest …
The WEF’s annual meeting was held under the theme “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age”. In her speaking engagements and interactions with heads of state, government officials and business leaders, DG Okonjo-Iweala highlighted the importance of the WTO …
Further information is available in document WT/DS536/26 Mutually agreed solution At any stage during the dispute settlement process, parties can settle the dispute by finding a “mutually agreed solution”. Solutions mutually acceptable to the parties to …
The EU argues Chinese courts have, under Chinese law, the authority to determine, without the consent of both parties, binding worldwide licensing conditions, and in particular royalty rates, for portfolios of standard essential patents (SEPs), including …
DG Okonjo-Iweala said: “I welcome Israel's formal acceptance of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. Each additional acceptance brings us closer to the threshold for the entry into force of these vital rules that will curb harmful subsidies and …
By Tomasz Gonciarz and Thomas Verbeet The WTO's non-discriminatory “most-favoured-nation” (MFN) trading principle, whereby WTO members extend any trade advantage granted to one trading partner to all other partners, remains a cornerstone of global …
Under the MoU, the two organizations agree to identify opportunities to collaborate on customs-related topics, and coordinate their participation, in external fora. They also agree to collaborate on the delivery of technical assistance and capacity …
