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WTO Reform Talks Gain Momentum, But Members Still Face Substantial Work
WTO reform facilitators reported stronger member engagement across four discussion tracks, while warning that significant work remains.
What happened
At a 30 September transparency session, facilitators updated members on recent meetings covering foundational issues, decision-making, development and the level playing field. They reported substantial engagement with written and oral proposals submitted in recent weeks and said momentum was building across all four tracks. However, they also stressed that the discussions still require significant additional work.
Why it matters
The talks are becoming more active, but the source confirms no completed reform, agreement or immediate change for businesses, markets or trade policy.
Source: WTO News