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Malaysia-Thailand Shrimp Ban Sparks Trade Tensions
Worldmalay-mail7d ago

Malaysia-Thailand Shrimp Ban Sparks Trade Tensions

A ban on shrimp imports has escalated tensions between Malaysia and Thailand, with Malaysia demanding answers and Thailand threatening to escalate the dispute to the World Trade Organization (WTO) over the import curbs.

WTO Warns of Increasing Chaos in Global Trade
Worldrzeczpospolita19d ago

WTO Warns of Increasing Chaos in Global Trade

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has issued an alarm, stating that the international trade atmosphere is deteriorating, often due to non-compliance with rules and new obstacles like EU regulations.

WTO Faces Severe Crisis After Disappointing Reform Meeting
Businessrzeczpospolita2mo ago

WTO Faces Severe Crisis After Disappointing Reform Meeting

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is in a deep crisis following a highly disappointing meeting that failed to deliver anticipated reforms for the organization and e-commerce trade, raising questions about its future and the implications for global trade.

Businessstraits-times2mo ago

US Trade Chief Sees Limited WTO Role After Failed Cameroon Meeting

The US trade chief believes the World Trade Organization (WTO) will have only a limited role after a meeting in Cameroon failed to renew the e-commerce moratorium. This follows the announcement that the first phase of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) teaching hospital in Ghana is expected to be ready this year.

WTO Talks on E-commerce Duties Moratorium Deadlocked
Technologyhindustan-timesstraits-timesDaily Star BD2mo ago3 sources

WTO Talks on E-commerce Duties Moratorium Deadlocked

Discussions at the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding a moratorium on e-commerce duties have reached a deadlock, even as a broader reform plan for the organization approaches a potential deal.

Can the WTO Be Reformed Under Trump's Influence?
Businessfaz2mo ago

Can the WTO Be Reformed Under Trump's Influence?

The World Trade Organization (WTO) faces significant challenges in reforming its outdated rules and unanimity principle, with discussions focusing on its future viability, particularly in the context of former President Trump's impact on global trade.

Middle East War Threatens Global Food Security, WTO Warns
WorldBBCcnbcaktuality-sk+1rnz2mo ago4 sources

Middle East War Threatens Global Food Security, WTO Warns

The head of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East poses a serious threat to global food security, citing potential impacts on fertilizer imports and harvests due to higher transport and energy costs.

WTO Head Warns of Worst Global Trade Crisis Since WWII
Businessorf3mo ago

WTO Head Warns of Worst Global Trade Crisis Since WWII

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the head of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has stated that global trade is experiencing its most significant crisis since the end of World War II, describing it as the "worst disruptions in the last 80 years."

WTO Needs to Recognize Politics Behind Trade, Says Report
Worldindian-express28d ago

WTO Needs to Recognize Politics Behind Trade, Says Report

An analysis suggests that for the World Trade Organization (WTO) to remain relevant, it must acknowledge the political dimensions influencing global trade. This perspective emphasizes the need for the organization to adapt to the complex interplay of politics and economics.

WTO Faces Calls for Deep Reform from India, EU, and CPTPP
BusinessReutershindustan-times2mo ago2 sources

WTO Faces Calls for Deep Reform from India, EU, and CPTPP

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is at a 'critical juncture' and requires deep reforms, according to statements from the European Union, CPTPP, and Indian Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, who urged time-bound reforms and strengthened enforceability.

Middle East War Prompts Warnings of Fertilizer Shortage, Calls for Task Force
Businessdelfi-ltinquirer2mo ago2 sources

Middle East War Prompts Warnings of Fertilizer Shortage, Calls for Task Force

Deputy Majority Floor Leader Sen. JV Ejercito urged the Philippine government to create an inter-agency task force to prepare for the potential economic and energy impact of the escalating Middle East conflict. Separately, the World Trade Organization (WTO) has warned that the war could cause a global fertilizer shortage, posing a dual threat to food supply through scarcity and high prices.

Middle East Conflict Predicted to Slow Global Trade Growth in 2026
Businessla-vanguardiauz-daily2mo ago2 sources

Middle East Conflict Predicted to Slow Global Trade Growth in 2026

The World Trade Organization (WTO) forecasts a significant slowdown in global trade, projecting a reduction to one-third of its previous growth, primarily attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which is expected to cut half a point from trade growth, bringing it down to 1.4%.