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24 Jun 2026 Latest news

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NEWS ITEM DDG Nordquist highlights role of trade remedies amid global trade challenges at Seoul Forum Speaking at the 24th Seoul International Forum on Trade Remedies on 23 June, WTO Deputy Director-General DJ Nordquist underscored the importance of transparent and predictable trade remedy practices in a period of heightened uncertainty for the global trading system. She highlighted the continued resilience of global trade, the growing use of WTO-consistent trade remedy instruments by members, and the need for WTO reform to ensure that the multilateral trading system remains responsive to contemporary economic realities and emerging trade challenges. Her full remarks are below. News item   ⟶   NEWS ITEM Global Review to explore strengthening partnerships for trade development Taking place from 29 to 30 October at the WTO’s headquarters in Geneva, the 2026 Global Review will spotlight how stronger partnerships can help developing economies and least-developed countries turn trade opportunities into economic growth, jobs and better lives. The event will bring together trade and development practitioners, including ministers, heads of international organizations and experts. News item   ⟶   NEWS ITEM Trade Policy Review: Philippines The sixth review of the trade policies and practices of the Philippines takes place on 24 and 26 June 2026. The basis for the review is a report by the WTO Secretariat and a report by the Government of the Philippines. News item   ⟶