Training: third introduction course to the WTO for 21 representatives of least-developed countries

Mr. Rolian underlined that the participants will have a real opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of the WTO, its work and what it constitutes for the least-developed countries. "At a time when Members are preparing for Cancún, and negotiations are underway, the knowledge acquired should allow participants to contribute to the promotion of a continued participation of their countries in the work of the WTO", said Mr. Rolian.

The Introduction course lasts three weeks and is financed through the regular budget of the Organization. The programme centres on practical and concrete presentations and is developed in close co-operation with the International Trade Center (ITC).

Throughout the three-week training, which will end on 23 May, the 21 participating officials will become acquainted, through lectures, exercises and round-tables, with the essential aspects of the WTO, a general picture of all the agreements, how the WTO functions and the basic principles of the multilateral trading system.

During their stay at the WTO, participants will also have the possibility to attend a meeting of the Sub-Committee on Least-Developed Countries and to debate with experts and practitioners on the various aspects of the "Doha Development Agenda".

  

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Geneva, 5 - 23 May 2003