On 29 October at 10:45 AM (CET), join us for the WTO Presidential Lecture by President @AOuattara_PRCI of Côte d’Ivoire, at the #Aid4Trade Global Review, followed by a fireside chat with him and Director-General @NOIweala. Watch live: bit.ly/47yln3G

20 years of #Aid4Trade. What’s next? On 29 Oct, global leaders will reflect on its impact, evolving trade & development needs & how partnerships can help developing economies realize their trade potential. The joint WTO-@OECD report will be launched. bit.ly/4dMOzaP

The Committee on #TradeFacilitation meets this week to advance its work on enhancing transparency in the implementation of the Trade Facilitation Agreement and sharing experiences. How does this help trade flow more smoothly? Find out in this episode of #AskTheWTO.

🎓WTO 101 is back! Ready to explore the world of global trade? Join us for discussions with trade experts, diplomats & policymakers, plus networking opportunities! ❗️Student-only event. Register by 13 November: bit.ly/4sgyCQ7

Import Licensing Committee addresses notifications, trade concerns, transparency efforts bit.ly/483T2lW

WTO and multilateral partners review progress on supply chain finance initiative bit.ly/4i19xny

Open global trade has no shortage of critics nowadays. But, insists @NOIweala (@wto), it remains crucial for Europe’s future. Watch her full speech at the link: bit.ly/4B2agNU

10 days to go until the #Aid4Trade Global Review! On 28–29 October, join us to explore how stronger trade and development partnerships can help developing economies, including LDCs, turn trade opportunities into growth, jobs and better lives. More: bit.ly/4cxsZ8G

After strong goods trade growth in H1 2026, driven by AI & resilient supply chains, WTO economists updated 2026-27 forecasts. But the resilience will be uneven with services trade and the Middle East more impacted by the conflict. 🔗 bit.ly/4dpdSzt #GlobalTradeOutlook

Catching up in Bangkok with my unforgettable predecessor, former WTO DG 2002-2005 Dr. Supachai Panitchpakdi. With the team spending a few memorable and relaxing moments with him.

A very fruitful meeting of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) on trade and supply chain finance, co-chaired by me and MD @IFC_org Makhtar Diop. MDBs have increased their financing of trade transactions from about $35 billion annually pre-COVID-19 to $65 billion in 2026, representing considerable progress but the gap still remains large. Forward planning includes a push to further scale up. With CEOs or representatives of @EBRD, @ADB_HQ, @AfDB_Group, @afreximbank, @the_IDB, and ITFC. It was great to have the attendance of @ICCSecGen John Denton, Duarte Pedreira, Board Member ITFA, and the able moderation of Denis Medvedev, Global Director for Trade World Bank Group. Many thanks to our team, Nathalie Louat, IFC Global Director Trade Finance, Mohamed Gouled, IFC VP Products and Clients, and Marc Auboin, @wto Section Chief Trade Finance.

This month's "News Harvest": ▶️G20 ministers condemn coercive food trade actions ▶️@FAO: Trade disruptions push up food prices ▶️Fertilizer trade adapting to supply shortfalls ▶️Some farm trade restrictions eased Read: bit.ly/4ztg6GC Subscribe: bit.ly/3LmmvtR

With Deputy PM and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand H.E. Sihasak Phuangketkeow @SihasakPh and his team. Discussing Thailand-Africa Initiative (TAI 2.0), its investment and development strategy in Africa. Many thanks to His Excellency for an interesting discussion.

Meet Momodou M. Mbenga of The Gambia, the new Chair of the WTO Committee on Trade in Financial Services. The Committee's recent discussions have focused on facilitating digital payment systems and remittance services. More about CTFS: bit.ly/3HY8gPB

Great meeting with Deputy PM and Minister of Commerce of Thailand, H.E. Mrs. Suphajee Suthumpun, and her team. In-depth discussion on Thailand‘s trade prospects including necessary support to SMEs and greater integration into global value chains. A key focus was how can @wto rules and capacity building assist in the modern digital era and how can WTO reforms add value to Thailand‘s trade and growth prospects.

🌾 What connects the food on our plates to the world of trade? On #WorldFoodDay, explore how trade contributes to global food security and the WTO’s role in supporting these efforts. Swipe through to learn more!

With African Development Bank President (@AfDB_Group), Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, and his team, discussing @wto Secretariat - AfDB collaboration on digital trade, critical minerals value chains and other areas.