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World Trade Organization

10 Feb 2025

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WTO-OECD report examines economic implications of data flow regulation
A new report published today (10 February) by the WTO Secretariat and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) identifies the potential economic implications of regulatory systems for data flows across borders and data localisation. The publication underscores the benefits of open regimes that include safeguards and stresses the economic value of finding more convergent solutions to issues related to data regulation.
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Chair issues call for meaningful progress in agriculture talks by MC14
Members need to break the current stalemate in the agriculture negotiations and achieve meaningful outcomes at the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaoundé in March 2026, urged the outgoing Chair, Ambassador Alparslan Acarsoy of Türkiye, in his final report delivered at a meeting on 6 February. Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala expressed deep appreciation for Ambassador Acarsoy's leadership and contributions. She told members: “Let's continue from all angles, trying to make this work,” and prompted them to stay committed despite the challenges.
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