World Trade Organization News Monitoring

China criticizes US 'reciprocal tariff' narrative at WTO, urges rule-based trade cooperation

A sign of the WTO on its headquarters in Geneva Photo: VCG The Chinese delegation at the WTO initiated a special agenda item, criticizing the US for its misleading narrative and flawed logic in selectively focusing on the goods trade deficit when …

Tokyo says Trump tariffs may contravene WTO rules and Japan-US treaty

OECS Geneva Mission Hosts OECS Day Event at WTO

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP The sweet tones of pan music rang through the marble halls of the World Trade Organization (WTO) on Wednesday 18th June as the OECS Mission in Geneva hosted an event to celebrate OECS Day at the WTO headquarters. The …

West Africa must break trade barriers to unlock $500bn regional potential – Okonjo-Iweala

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has urged West African leaders to dismantle trade barriers, reduce costs, and think regionally to unlock the subregion’s $500 billion economic potential and secure prosperity …

Okonjo-Iweala to ECOWAS: Give full effect to AfCFTA to deepen regional trade

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to fully implement the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) and deepen regional integration. …

Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement as Tinubu, Talon lead call for regional reforms

Nigeria and the Republic of Benin signed an agreement on Saturday to deepen bilateral integration and serve as a model for broader regional cooperation within ECOWAS.   According to a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President ( …

Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement

Nigeria and the Republic of Benin signed an agreement on Saturday to deepen bilateral integration and serve as a model for broader regional cooperation within ECOWAS. The signing ceremony, witnessed by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Benin Republic …

Video Stub for Mark Copelovitch on the High Costs of Political and Economic Uncertainty

Zac Schultz: Tariff threats and trade wars continue. Israel launches an attack against Iran and the Trump administration signals it may bring the U.S. into a war in the Middle East. There are a lot of developments around the world that are being felt back …

Video Stub for Here & Now for June 20, 2025

Announcer: The following program is a PBS Wisconsin original production. Zac Schultz: Reeling from political violence, Democrats forge ahead with a new state party leader, and Republicans move closer to finishing their vision of the state’s budget. Good …

Are Your Secrets Protected Against Data Breaches?

Are Your Secrets Well Guarded in the Name of Data Security? Have you ever pondered the magnitude of secrets protection in your organizational data security framework? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management has proven to be a …

Malaysia Proposes Expansion Of OIC-TPS To Spur Trade Ties Among Member States

KUALA LUMPUR, June 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has proposed expanding the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Trade Preferential System and the reduction of trade barriers to strengthen economic ties among its member states.  The proposal was presented  …

Nigeria, Benin sign integration pact as Tinubu, Talon push regional reforms

Nigeria and the Republic of Benin on Saturday signed a historic agreement aimed at deepening bilateral integration and setting the pace for broader regional cooperation across West Africa. The pact was signed in Abuja during the inaugural West Africa …

Tinubu To W’ African Leaders: Turn Region’s Demographic Strength, Mineral Wealth Into Jobs, Industry 

* Nigeria, Benin sign integration agreement as President and Beninois counterpart, Talon canvass regional reforms * Talon charges regional leaders to urgently tackle current crisis rocking ECOWAS  Deji Elumoye in Abuja  President Bola Tinubu on Saturday …

Members advance Bosnia and Herzegovina’s WTO accession negotiations closer to conclusion

The Chair of the Working Party, Ambassador Anita Pipan of Slovenia, said the meeting was an opportunity to “inject fresh momentum into Bosnia and Herzegovina's accession process, which is now in its 26th year and is technically advanced.” Ambassador …

WTO members examine LDC trade interests, trade and development priorities

LDC trade interests At the meeting of the WTO Sub-Committee on LDCs on 16 June, members considered   several LDC related proposals, including those on LDC graduation, LDC accessions and the future of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF). They exchanged …

Commonwealth Trade Ministers Urge Support for SMEs and Inclusive Trade Growth

The just-concluded 3rd Commonwealth Trade Ministers meeting has called for support and strengthening of SMEs and MSMEs for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and least developed countries within the Commonwealth.  The meeting recognised the pivotal role …

China's FM urges EU to abide by WTO rules, in response to Brussels' curbs on Chinese medical firms

Chinese Foreign Ministry Asked to comment on the European Commission (EC)'s decision to restrict Chinese companies from participating in medical equipment tenders worth over 5 million euros — a move it claimed was in response to China's restrictive …

Obama Adviser Jason Furman on Biden, Neoliberalism, and Keynesian Economics

Jason Furman is one of the most influential Democratic economists of the past two decades. From 2013 to 2017 he chaired President Barack Obama's Council of Economic Advisers, where he helped shape tax, trade, and labor policy during a period of slow …

Vietnam attends WTO meeting on food safety and animal-plant health

Geneva (VNA) - A Vietnamese delegation led by Dr. Ngo Xuan Nam, Deputy Director of the Vietnam SPS Office under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, attednded the 92nd annual meeting of the Committee on Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS …

Luxury Condominium in Prime Los Angeles Beverlywood Location Is Now Available at Exceptional Value

This excetional home could change lives of the lucky professionals in Century City, Beverly Hills, or Westwood once they become its new owners. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rodeo Realty is excited to …

Clarisco Solutions announces a 7-Day White Label Crypto Exchange Delivery Model

Clarisco announces crypto exchange deployment in just 7 days with its new white label model and the neo-banking domain with blockchain and AI-powered solutions. MADURAI, TAMIL NADU, INDIA, June 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madurai, India— …

Evfarmer Announces Approval of MSB License by the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)

The acquisition of the MSB license marks a major step forward in Evfarmer’s global compliance strategy. CO, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evfarmer Capital Limited, a global company specializing in agricultural financial …

At London Climate Week, forestry companies launch Natural Capital Valuation project with the Capitals Coalition and TNFD

The project will quantify and value a set of ecosystem services with the aim of building the foundation for an investible market LONDON, ENGLAND , UNITED KINGDOM, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today London Climate Action Week commences …

SDLC CORP Featured as a Leading Global Software Tech Firm

SDLC CORP recognized globally for B2B tech excellence, delivering AI, blockchain, ERP, and iGaming solutions across continents with agile innovation. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SDLC CORP has emerged as …

Info Shred Expands Onsite Shredding Services to Vancouver

Secure, certified document destruction now available exclusively onsite for Vancouver businesses and residents VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Info Shred, a trusted name in secure document destruction …

Loangevity Mortgage Highlights Key Differences Between Traditional and Reverse Second Mortgages for Today’s Homeowners

ORANGE COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As more Americans seek ways to convert home equity into financial flexibility, Loangevity Mortgage today announced an educational initiative aimed at clarifying the differences …

Oceans Luxury Rehab Unveils Exclusive Oceanfront Alcohol Recovery Program in Orange County

Oceans Luxury Rehab Unveils Exclusive Oceanfront Alcohol Recovery Program in Orange County ORANGE COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oceans Luxury Rehab, a premier addiction treatment provider in Southern California, …

Apartment Realty Group Sells 5-Unit Complex in Ocean Beach

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angelo La Bruna, Senior Vice President of Apartment Realty Group (ARG) represented the buyer in the sale of a 5-Unit Apartment Community in Ocean Beach three blocks from the sand. …

48-Question Model Introduced to Strengthen Leadership and Organizational Culture

Discover how one powerful workplace assessment is reshaping leadership, company culture, and employee engagement — as featured in Xraised’s latest episode. VIENNA, AUSTRIA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Watch the full episode here: The …

Certified Financial Planner Bose Odueke Launches Transformational Guide to Wealth

Steps to Your Personal Financial Freedom Empowers Everyday Readers to Take Control of Their Money and Retire Rich SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Seasoned financial expert and Certified Financial Planner …

CURVE ENERGY CORP. PROVIDES TRANSACTION UPDATE

CURVE ENERGY CORP. PROVIDES TRANSACTION UPDATE: SHAREHOLDER APPROVAL OF CONTINUANCE AND AMALGAMATION, EXECUTION OF AMENDING AGREEMENT VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Curve Energy Corp. (the “Company” or “ …

Sober.Buzz Goes Global, Launches 'Spreading the Good BUZZ' Podcast July 7

The Podcast Sober.Buzz's Online Store that includes the Exclusive Inspirational Collection by Heidi Case and the much-anticipated Public Sale of the $BUZZ Token AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sober.Buzz is a …

A Day on the Green with a Deeper Purpose: Samaritan Daytop Foundation Announces 18th Annual Golf Invitational & Dinner

STATEN ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, July 17th, the lush grounds of Richmond County Country Club will once again host a cherished tradition: the 18th Annual Golf Invitational & Dinner, presented by the …

America’s Family-Owned Businesses Succeed 20 Years Plus, While Fostering Generations of Employees, According to Survey

Study Shows 66% of “Next Generation” Work in Their Family Businesses, While Employee Family Members Also Stay for Generations WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-owned businesses tend to last 20 years or …

Reinsurance Market Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031

Reinsurance Market: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021-2031 NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Market Research recently published a report, titled, “Reinsurance Market by Type ( …

Top CVBBA Business Brokers Honored at the 2025 Annual IBBA Conference

These annual awards highlight the dedication, professionalism, and results-driven performance of our top producers. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Carolinas–Virginia Business Brokers Association (CVBBA) is …

Annette Sanchez Law, P.A. Opens New Miami Lakes Office to Support Divorce, Custody & Adoption Cases

Annette Sanchez Law, P.A. relocates to a larger Miami Lakes office, expanding capacity for divorce, custody, adoption, and juvenile dependency cases. MIAMI LAKES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Annette Sanchez Law, P.A., …

PFMCrypto Launches '1-Day Mining Contract' with $1 Million Giveaway, Sales Soar 76%

Global momentum builds for PFMCrypto’s AI-powered mining. To celebrate its rapid growth, the platform has launched a $1 million worldwide giveaway for new users LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PFMCrypto, a …

Impact Investing Market to Reach $6 Trillion by 2031, Growing at 9.5% CAGR from $2.5 Trillion in 2021

Impact Investing Market to Reach $6 Trillion by 2031, Growing at 9.5% CAGR from $2.5 Trillion in 2021 NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, June 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recently, Allied Market Research has published a report on the impact …