June 5, 2025 (World Trade Organization (WTO) (via LinkedIn)) –
The World Trade Organization (WTO) posted 12 LinkedIn updates from May 29 to June 5, 2025. These posts covered a range of topics including trade agreements, international cooperation, and upcoming events. The organization's focus on global trade, sustainable practices, and capacity building was evident throughout their communications.
Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies Progress
A significant development highlighted in multiple posts was the progress of the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. Nicaragua became the 101st WTO member to formally accept the Agreement, leaving just 10 more member acceptances needed for it to enter into force. This agreement aims to end harmful subsidies and protect marine life, marking a crucial step towards sustainable ocean management and responsible trade practices.
The WTO emphasized the urgency and importance of this agreement, stating "Every day counts. Every act counts." They also released a special "Fish Edition" of their newsletter, exploring how trade can help save our oceans and detailing the potential impact of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.
Countdown to Fisheries Agreement Implementation
Nicaragua joins Fisheries Agreement supporters
Newsletter highlights ocean protection efforts
Fisheries Agreement nears implementation milestone
Capacity Building and Education Initiatives
The WTO demonstrated its commitment to education and capacity building through several initiatives. They announced an upgrade to their e-Learning platform, enhancing usability, security, and performance for those seeking to understand international trade law and the multilateral trading system better.
Additionally, the organization launched a training program through its Trade Facilitation Agreement Facility, bringing together experts from 12 WTO Members to explore resource mobilization and capacity building for implementing the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA). This initiative, running until September 2025, aims to equip developing and least-developed Members with tools to identify and access support for TFA implementation.
WTO upgrades e-Learning platform
Trade Facilitation Agreement training program
International Cooperation and Diplomacy
The WTO continued to foster international cooperation through various diplomatic engagements. Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala met with Zambia's Vice-President Mutale Nalumango to discuss Zambia's strategy on critical minerals, agriculture negotiations, and the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. This meeting underscores the WTO's role in facilitating dialogue on crucial trade and development issues.
In another development, the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MNCCI) signed a memorandum of understanding to become a partner of the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund. This partnership aims to support the Fund's operations in Mongolia, one of the four countries in the pilot phase of the initiative, highlighting the WTO's commitment to promoting gender equality in trade.
WTO DG meets Zambian Vice-President
MNCCI partners with WEIDE Fund
Upcoming Events and Meetings
The WTO announced several upcoming events and meetings. The organization shared its calendar for the week of June 2-6, 2025, which included meetings of the Committee on Trade Facilitation and the Dispute Settlement Body. They also announced the appointment of Andrei Rusu as the new chairperson of the Information Technology Agreement (ITA) Committee, which oversees an agreement covering 97% of global trade in IT products.
Looking further ahead, the WTO promoted its Public Forum 2025, scheduled for June 30 to July 4. This event will feature sessions on sustainable agriculture, clean energy, and climate trade policies, with WTO members hosting various discussions. The organization encouraged stakeholders to submit session proposals by June 13, fostering an inclusive dialogue on pressing global trade issues.
WTO meetings calendar for June 2-6
New ITA Committee chairperson announced
WTO Public Forum 2025 announcement
Call for Public Forum session proposals
These LinkedIn posts reflect the WTO's ongoing efforts to promote fair and sustainable global trade, build capacity among its members, and foster international cooperation on key economic and environmental issues. The organization's focus on the Fisheries Subsidies Agreement and its commitment to education and inclusive dialogue demonstrate its pivotal role in shaping the future of international trade.
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