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WTO Public Forum 2010

The WTO Public Forum 2010 provided an opportunity for an informed debate about various aspects of the multilateral trading system. Its special theme was “The forces shaping world trade”. This new publication provides a round-up of the discussions that took place during the event's 43 sessions.

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The Forum provides a unique opportunity for representatives of governments, non-governmental organizations, parliamentarians, academics, members of the business community, trade unions, journalists, lawyers and students to discuss trade issues. Among the subjects for discussion in 2010 were the shift of power in international politics, the role of the main actors influencing the multilateral trading system and public attitudes towards the WTO. Sessions also focused on the factors determining world trade and the role of the WTO rules-based multilateral trading system, including the Doha Round, in contributing to the global economic recovery.

Participants examined how the WTO can promote co-operation at the international level and contribute to improved global governance. They also reflected on what the post-crisis agenda for the WTO should be in a shifting-power scenario. A chapter is devoted to each of the sessions held during the three-day programme.

Published in 2011

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