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October 7, 2025 11:08 PM

WTO downgrades global trade growth forecast to 0.5% for next year

The World Trade Organization sharply lowered its 2026 forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth to 0.5% on Tuesday, citing expected delayed impacts from U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. It marks a significant revision down from its p...

March 14, 2025 8:10 AM

Canada challenges US steel, aluminum tariffs at WTO

Canada has taken official steps by requesting consultations with the World Trade Organization (WTO) to dispute US import duties on steel and aluminum products from Canada, according to a statement issued by the trade organization. The request was ci...

March 1, 2024 8:22 AM

WTO Conference extended to reach agreement on key issues

The World Trade Organization's 13th Ministerial Conference at Abu Dhabi has been extended until Friday, March 1st, to allow for further discussions and potential agreements on major topics. This decision follows consultations between the Director-Gen...

February 29, 2024 9:30 AM

India blocks China-led investment deal at World Trade Organisation

India, along with South Africa, successfully blocked a key proposal led by China at the World Trade Organisation on the third day of the conference. The proposal, known as the Investment Facilitation Development Agreement (IFD), is unlikely to be inc...

 

Last updated on: 8th Oct 2025