Public Forum 2025

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WTO Public Forum 2025

17-18 September WTO (Geneva)

Theme

We stand at a critical moment to reflect on and harness the transformative powers of digital trade. The 2025 Public Forum will explore how digital advancements are redefining standards within the international trading system and enhancing global connectivity, innovation, and cooperation.

News

350

Speakers

4200

Participants

88

Sessions

Guided tours

Want to learn how this building became the home of Global Trade?
Join one of the guided tours during the Public Forum.

17-18 September Meeting point: CR Lobby - Time: 12h45

With thanks to our partners
Registration

Registration is closed. If you are already registered for the Public Forum, you may collect your badge from the Welcome Pavilion at the entrance to the WTO between 07.00 and 18.00 on September 17 and September 18. You will need to present a valid photo ID.

Background

The Public Forum is the WTO’s largest outreach event, providing a unique platform for interested stakeholders from around the world to discuss the latest developments in global trade and to propose ways of enhancing the multilateral trading system. The event attracts over 2,000 representatives each year from civil society, academia, business, government, international organisations and the media.