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Lamy Sings Praises Of IT Agreement
5/16/2012
At the opening of a symposium to mark the 15th Anniversary of the Information Technology Agreement, which substantially liberalized taxes on the global trade of computer products, World Trade Organization Director-General Pascal Lamy emphasized that the success of the agreement could easily be transferred to other growth, and innovation-promoting industries.
Putin Backs Ratification Of WTO Commitments This Year
5/14/2012
Russia's new President, Vladimir Putin has dismissed calls to delay the nation's accession to the World Trade Organisation.
WTO Aims To Equip Developing Nations With Legal Know-How
5/9/2012
Officials from twenty-six developing countries were educated on different methods of handling legal disputes in trade, during a week-long series of technical capacity-building events coordinated by the World Trade Organisation and two other Geneva-based organisations, in early May.
WTO Admits Two New Member States
5/8/2012
The World Trade Organisation is to approve Samoa's accession to membership of the global trade body on May 10, 2012, following Montenegro's accession on April 29, 2012.
WTO Members Ready To Revisit Doha Agenda
5/8/2012
World Trade Organisation member states have informally agreed to return to the negotiating table to progress the Doha Agenda at a pace that recognises the present crisis-time challenges for nations globally.
Nations Air Grievances At WTO Anti-Dumping Body
5/1/2012
The World Trade Organization's Committee on Anti-Dumping Practices held a meeting with WTO members recently to present feedback on 30 anti-dumping actions taken during 2011, and to hear nations' current trade policy concerns.
Philippines Wins More Time In Booze Tax Case
5/1/2012
The government of the Philippines has confirmed that it has concluded negotiations with the United States and the European Union on the reasonable period of time for it to comply with the World Trade Organization ruling that the excise taxes it applies on imported distilled spirits are discriminatory.
Developing Nations Discuss Trade Policies
4/23/2012
The World Trade Organization has organized the first ever advanced course for policy makers from developing countries, to develop nations' knowledge of trade regime issues and environmental policies.
Antigua Issues Plea To US On E-Gaming
4/18/2012
Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Baldwin Spencer, has met with US Trade Representative, Ron Kirk, to discuss Antigua and Barbuda’s internet gaming case against the United States.
After WTO Decision, China Establishes Rare Earth Regulatory Body
4/11/2012
Following last month’s request by several countries for consultations at the World Trade Organization on what they consider to be China’s unfair export restraints on rare earths, the latter has now set up a regulatory body to oversee their exploitation.
WTO Makes UAE Trade Recommendations
4/9/2012
The United Arab Emirates plays an important role in the multilateral trading system and has taken bold steps to diversify the economy away from oil and gas, according to the World Trade Organisation.
UK, India Hold Economic And Financial Dialogue
4/6/2012
The UK and India have held their annual Economic and Financial Dialogue, discussing ways to strengthen cooperation and boost trade and investment.
US Announces New Challenge To EU In Airbus Case
4/6/2012
The Office of the United States Trade Representative has confirmed that it has requested the establishment of a World Trade Organization compliance panel to consider whether the European Union removed illegitimate subsidies to Airbus fully and in a timely manner.
Laos Pushes For 2013 WTO Accession
3/22/2012
Having finalized new legislation and completed all but one bilateral negotiation necessary to join the World Trade Organization, Laos is pushing to receive approval to accede to the trade organization by the start of next year.
US Challenges Indian Poultry Imports Ban
3/16/2012
The United States government has initiated World Trade Organization proceedings against India's prohibition of certain American agricultural exports, including poultry meat and chicken eggs, which the nation says have been introduced contrary to international trade law.
China Under Attack Over Rare Earth Export Restraints
3/15/2012
The United States, European Union and Japan have jointly requested consultations with China at the World Trade Organization concerning what they call the latter’s unfair export restraints on rare earths, as well as tungsten and molybdenum.
China's Commerce Minister Attacks US Trade Policies
3/9/2012
During a news conference on the sidelines of the 11th National People’s Congress, while disclosing that China’s foreign trade will show a more modest increase in 2012, Minister of Commerce Chen Deming questioned the current United States trade policies being aimed at China.
US Congress Legitimizes Countervailing Duties
3/9/2012
On a bipartisan basis, both the United States Senate and the House of Representatives have passed a bill to confirm that the Commerce Department can continue to apply countervailing duties to non-market economies, such as China.
Obama Sets Out 2012 Trade Policy Agenda
3/6/2012
President Barack Obama has presented to Congress his 2012 United States Trade Policy Agenda, which looks for a conclusion of negotiations for the extended Trans-Pacific Partnership regional trade agreement, and enhanced trade enforcement efforts to investigate unfair trading practices in other countries.
US Bill To Legitimize US Countervailing Duties
3/5/2012
In a move that was said to be critical to levelling the playing field for United States businesses facing unfairly subsidized imports, bipartisan legislation has been introduced in Congress which confirms that the Commerce Department can continue to apply countervailing duties to non-market economies, such as China.
US Study Attacks Chinese 'Innovation Mercantilism'
3/2/2012
A paper issued by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation in Washington, DC, entitled ‘Enough is Enough: Confronting Chinese Innovation Mercantilism’, attacks the seeking by China of not merely competitive advantage, but absolute advantage in a wide range of industries, especially advanced technology products and services.
WTO Announces Progress On Trade Disputes
2/28/2012
The World Trade Organization's Dispute Settlement Body at its meeting on February 22, 2012, established a panel to examine US anti-dumping measures on Korean steel products, and adopted a report in respect of China's export restraints on certain raw materials.
US Slaps Duties On Korean Power Transformers
2/28/2012
The US Department of Commerce has announced the introduction of anti-dumping duties following an investigation into South Korean large power transformers.
China To Reinstate Export Tax Rebates
2/24/2012
Zhong Shan, Deputy Commerce Minister, at the recent 2012 China Imports and Exports Work Conference held in Nanchang, disclosed that China will use export value-added tax rebates to counteract any decrease in exports arising out of the European debt crisis.
China Agrees Increased Access For US Movies
2/22/2012
Vice President Joe Biden has announced that China has agreed to increase significantly the access on commercial terms for United States movies in its market, so as to resolve outstanding issues related to films after the latter’s victory in a World Trade Organization dispute last year.
Brazilian Poultry Exporters Challenge South African Anti-Dumping
2/17/2012
The Brazilian Union of Agriculture has begun lobbying for action to be taken at World Trade Organisation level against anti-dumping measures in place in South Africa to restrict Brazilian chicken exports.
Doha Destined For Crisis-Time Delay: Lamy
2/17/2012
Having failed to receive the political support needed to push forward the Doha Round agenda in 2011, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Pascal Lamy has admitted talks should progress in the 'most realistic and practical way' currently possible - 'in small steps'.
India Challenges Turkish Cotton Yarn Duties
2/16/2012
India has requested the commencement of negotiations with Turkey at World Trade Organization level over import duties reintroduced by the country on the import of cotton yarn.
US, China Agree Framework For Economic Relationship
2/16/2012
A joint fact sheet issued by the United States and China, during the visit of China’s Vice President Xi Jinping to America, affirmed that the two countries are promoting the healthy and steady development of the US-China cooperative economic relations “based on mutual respect and mutual benefit”.
WTO Members Approve Pakistan Trade Aid
2/7/2012
World Trade Organization member states have approved trade aid to be granted on an exceptional basis to Pakistan by the European Union to support the country in its recovery following massive floods in 2010.
Australia Threatens Legal Action On Mining Contracts
2/2/2012
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has warned that Australia will bring proceedings at World Trade Organisation level if it is confirmed by industry that Australian suppliers are unfairly being shut out of lucrative supply deals as has been alleged.
WTO Finds Against China’s Raw Materials Export Restraints
2/2/2012
A World Trade Organization Appellate Body has upheld a previous panel's ruling, made in July last year, against the duties, quotas, and price and licensing requirements, that China imposes on its exports of raw materials.
US Urged To Pressure China On Currency
2/2/2012
The United States Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus and House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee Chairman Dave Camp have called on the Administration, at the World Trade Organization next month, to pressure China to stop unfairly undervaluing its currency.
WTO To Ease LDC Accession Requirements
1/27/2012
The Sub-Committee on Least Developed Countries, on January 20, agreed to start work on developing recommendations to “further strengthen, streamline and operationalize” current guidelines on the accession process of LDCs, as called for in a decision by the Eighth WTO Ministerial Conference last month.
US Appeals In WTO Dispute With Mexico
1/26/2012
The United States Trade Representative has confirmed that it is filing an appeal in the World Trade Organization dispute with Mexico challenging the United States’ dolphin-safe labeling measures for tuna products sold in America.
EU Challenges Ontario's Green Energy Act
1/20/2012
The European Union has requested the creation of a dispute settlement panel by the World Trade Organisation to examine Ontario's concessionary treatment of providers of green energy products and services that meet local content requirements under the Canadian province's Green Energy Act.
WTO Extends Deadline In Labelling Dispute
1/11/2012
Canada, Mexico and the US's joint request was granted at the meeting of the Dispute Settlement Body, to extend, until March 23, 2012, the deadline for the adoption or appeal of the panel reports in the case regarding country of origin labelling requirements.
US Seeks Countermeasures Against Airbus Subsidies
1/10/2012
The United States has requested legal proceedings to examine the extent of 'financial damage' to the nation's aircraft manufacturer Boeing on allegations that European member states failed to undertake the timely removal of illegal subsidies to European manufacturer Airbus following a ruling by the World Trade Organization.
Mercosur Announces Protectionist Import Duty Hikes
1/4/2012
The South American trade bloc, Mercosur is to slap the maximum rate imposable, 35%, on the import of one hundred additional goods, likely on a temporary basis until December 2014, Brazil's Minister for Finance has announced.
IMF Support For Doha
1/3/2012
A recent IMF report emphasizes the gains that would flow from a successful completion of the Doha Round, and urges both developed countries and emerging markets to re-engage in the stalled process.
WTO Rules Again Against Philippines Excise Taxes
12/26/2011
In a decision issued on December 21, the Appellate Body of the World Trade Organization has rejected the Philippines’ appeal against the dispute resolution panel ruling in August, that the excise taxes applied by the Philippines on imported distilled spirits are discriminatory.
India Predicts Three-Year Doha Delay
12/23/2011
India's Commerce Secretary, Rahul Khullar has noted that Doha Development Round talks are unlikely to come to fruition in the next couple of years, as governments lack the political will to bring about long-lasting measures to liberalize world trade.
WTO Members Enhance Procurement Pact
12/21/2011
Nations party to the WTO's Plurilateral Government Procurement Agreement have concluded talks on enhancements which will increase the Agreement's effectiveness and scope while simplifying the accession process for new signatories.
Russian WTO Bid Approved
12/21/2011
World Trade Organization member states approved Russia's bid to become a WTO member at the 8th Ministerial Conference held in Geneva on December 16, 2011.
WTO Launches New Trade Policy Resource
12/19/2011
The World Trade Organization has announced the launch of a newly-developed application that will provide users with online access to comprehensive trade policy information that has been notified to the Organisation by member states.
USTR Announces New Trade Initiatives For LDCs
12/16/2011
In advance of the 8th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization, the United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk has announced measures aimed at providing least developed countries with more preferential access to the US market for their exports.
EU Claims Compliance With WTO Subsidy Ruling
12/14/2011
The European Commission has published a report detailing remedial actions taken to comply with a July 2010 ruling from the World Trade Organization, which found that European nations had provided subsidies to European aircraft manufacturer Airbus in contravention of world trade rules.
China Issues Its First Foreign Trade White Paper
12/12/2011
The first white paper on China’s foreign trade has been issued by the government, pointing out that, since its accession to the World Trade Organization in 2001, China has opened up its markets significantly, and has established many free trade agreements in the Asian region.
Montenegro's WTO Accession Terms Published
12/7/2011
A World Trade Organization Working Party has approved Montenegro's accession package to allow the nation to join the global trade club, subject to the approval of ministers at the WTO Ministerial Conference on December 15-17, 2011.
WTO Points To Thailand's Complex Tax, Tariff Structure
12/5/2011
A report from the Secretariat of the World Trade Organization, forming the basis of the sixth review of the trade policies and practices of Thailand which took place at the end of last month, points out, in particular, the complex and time-consuming systems that exist for paying taxes and tariffs in the country.
Pakistan Considering MFN Status For India
12/1/2011
Pakistan's National Assembly has backed proposals to grant India 'Most Favoured Nation' status under World Trade Organization rules on the condition that the two countries' negotiators can establish reciprocal benefits for Pakistani exporters.
LDCs Request Extension To Implement IP Frameworks
11/28/2011
Among draft decisions on intellectual property rights set to be tabled at the World Trade Organisation's December ministerial, concessions have been proposed for least developed countries in their efforts to introduce WTO-compliant frameworks for the protection of intellectual property rights.
WTO To Examine Non-Tariff Barriers To Trade
11/24/2011
The World Trade Organisation has launched a new discussion forum to gain members' input on tackling the issue of non-tariff barriers to global trade.
Canada Claims Win In WTO Case Against US
11/23/2011
The World Trade Organization's ruling that the US Country-of-Origin Labelling measure is inconsistent with its WTO trade obligations is a 'clear victory for Canada’s livestock industry', according to the Canadian government.
WTO Members Resisting Protectionism
11/24/2011
The World Trade Organisation has published its annual report on developments in the international trading environment, which comprehensively tracks measures implemented by nations over the past twelve months that restrict or liberalize global trade.
Australia Urges Global Rethink Of Doha Agenda
11/17/2011
After a decade of inconclusive talks, the Australian government has called for a rethink on the Doha Round negotiations led by the World Trade Organization that would join all WTO members in a binding commitment on further reductions of trade tariffs and prohibitive trade regulations.
Russian WTO Accession Terms Published
11/16/2011
The World Trade Organization has published comprehensive details of the tax and trade commitments made by Russia as part of its accession bid, due to be deliberated upon at the WTO Ministerial Plenary in December at which Russia is tipped to be granted membership to the global trade body.
Russia, Georgia Sign WTO Compromise
11/11/2011
The Swiss government has welcomed the signing of a bilateral agreement between Russia and Georgia in Geneva that establishes the legal framework governing customs administration and the supervision of commercial traffic between the two countries, a deal which paves the way for Russia's accession to the World Trade Organisation.
Ireland, Russia Sign New Trade Agreement
11/11/2011
Ireland and Russia inked an agreement on a programme for trade and economic cooperation during Deputy Prime Minister Eamon Gilmore's recent trip to Moscow, allowing for a greater level of engagement between government authorities in each country.
Pakistan-EU Trade Aid Vetoed At Eleventh Hour
11/10/2011
Bangladesh has blocked, at World Trade Organization level, plans by the European Union to apply lower tariffs to certain imports from Pakistan.
US, EU Laud Russian WTO Compromise
5/1/2012
The compromise reached by Russia and Georgia, mediated by Switzerland, has been praised by the European Union and the United States who have welcomed the benefits that Russian membership of the World Trade Organization will bring to the global trading system.
EU Report Describes Doha Benefits
11/8/2011
A new study from the European Commission reveals that the economic benefits arising from successful Doha Development Agenda negotiations in the World Trade Organization could amount to an increase in world exports of USD359bn on an annual basis from a deal that secures the liberalization of industrial goods, agriculture, services and from the removal of red tape.
Samoa Set For WTO Accession
11/7/2011
A World Trade Organisation Working Party has cleared Samoa's bid to join the trade organisation subject to the approval of ministers at the Eight Ministerial Conference scheduled for December 15-17, 2011.
Russia Set For Year-End WTO Membership
11/3/2011
Russia has agreed to a compromise with Georgian negotiators to pave the way for the nation's accession to the World Trade Organisation pending the approval of its members at the WTO's forthcoming plenary in December.
China Welcomes WTO Shoe Tariff Ruling
11/2/2011
China has welcomed the findings of the World Trade Organisation's Dispute Settlement Body that the European Union's application of anti-dumping duties contravened trade law, in a recent judgment partially in favour of the nation.
US Congress Seeks Russian Trade Reforms
11/2/2011
Bipartisan leaders from the two Congressional committees with jurisdiction over international trade have urged the United States Trade Representative, Ron Kirk, to insist that Russia meets a high standard, to ensure a level playing field for US businesses in the negotiations for Russia’s accession to the World Trade Organization.
Vanuatu Welcomed As 154th WTO Member
10/28/2011
The General Council of the World Trade Organization has approved Vanuatu's WTO membership bid. Vanuatu must ratify the deal by December 31, 2011, before becoming the WTO's 154th member thirty days after ratification.
Swiss Deal May Solve Russia-Georgia Impasse
10/31/2011
Georgia is said to have accepted a proposal put forward by Swiss mediators in Geneva in the ongoing dispute surrounding Russian membership of the World Trade Organization, described as the final proposal on the negotiating table before WTO ministers meet in December.
Boehner Urges US Rethink On Russian WTO Accession
10/28/2011
Prominant US Republican, and House Speaker John Boehner has called on the US government to review its relationship with Russia in general, and consider leveraging its sway in Russian WTO accession talks to achieve an acceptable compromise for Georgia.
G-20 Nations Failing To Honour Protectionism Pledges
10/27/2011
Disappointingly weak growth in some G-20 members is testing the political resolve of many governments to resist trade protectionism, says a new report from the World Trade Organization, the United Nations and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, which examines trade and investment measures implemented in the third quarter of 2011.
Through WTO, US Seeks Information On China’s Internet Restrictions
10/25/2011
The United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk has announced that, under World Trade Organization rules, he is seeking detailed information on the trade impact of Chinese policies that may block US companies’ websites in China.
Brazil Court Suspends Auto Tax
10/24/2011
The tax hike proposed by the Brazilian government on the manufacture of foreign cars has been suspended. The Brazilian Supreme Court has ruled the planned tax increase unconstitutional due to its rapid implementation, with the President of the Supreme Court, Cezar Peluso calling it unlawful.
US Senators Back Georgia In Russia WTO Talks
10/24/2011
In a letter to US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and US Trade Representative Ron Kirk, two US Senators have urged the Obama Administration to fully consider the sovereignty of Georgia before endorsing Russia's pending accession to the World Trade Organisation.
Philippines, Thailand Agree Trade Dispute Settlement
10/20/2011
Filipino and Thai authorities have agreed to a timeframe for the implementation of a resolution following a ruling from the World Trade Organization's Dispute Settlement Board in favour of the Philippines in its action against tax and customs procedures applied in Thailand on imported cigarettes.
Brazilian Car Import Tax Hike Concerns WTO Members
10/19/2011
Japan is said to be leading a chorus of protest at the World Trade Organization against a protectionist measure announced by Brazilian authorities in September to shield the nation's car manufacturing and car assembly industry from cheap foreign imports.
Russia-Georgia WTO Negotiations Abandoned
10/13/2011
Negotiations between Russia and Georgia on the former country's World Trade Organization accession remain deadlocked, according to Georgian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergi Kapanadze.
Obama Cautious On China Currency Bill
10/11/2011
While the Senate appears to have delayed momentarily a vote on the Currency Exchange Rate Oversight Reform Act, President Barack Obama has warned its sponsors to ensure that the legislation is consistent with the international treaties and obligations of the United States, particularly with the World Trade Organization.
Serbian WTO Accession 'Progressing Well'
10/7/2011
World Trade Organization members have supported an early accession of Serbia to the WTO and welcomed its progress in the implementation of new legislation to comply with the Organization's rules.
US Targets Chinese And Indian Subsidy Programmes
10/10/2011
United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk has announced that the US has submitted information to the World Trade Organization identifying nearly 200 subsidy programmes that China has failed to notify, as well as 50 subsidy programmes India has not previously notified, as is required under its rules.
US Targets China With Proposed Trade Taxes
10/6/2011
The United States Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member, Orrin Hatch, has put forward an amendment to the bill currently being discussed that would unilaterally address the so-called continuing undervaluation of China’s currency by providing for the imposition of countervailing import duties.
Philippines Appeals WTO Booze Tax Ruling
9/29/2011
The Philippines has appealed the ruling, circulated last month, of a World Trade Organization dispute resolution panel, that the excise taxes applied by the Philippines on imported distilled spirits are discriminatory.
Russia's WTO Accession Pushed Into 2012
9/22/2011
The chances of Russia rapidly resolving outstanding differences to receive the necessary approvals in December to accede to the World Trade Organization are slim, according to the country's economic minister.
India To Permit EU Trade Aid To Pakistan
9/21/2011
The Indian government is expected to formally notify Pakistan of its decision to withdraw its opposition to a preferential tariff scheme being offered by the European Union to Pakistan following devastating floods in early 2010.
Tax Of Lesser Importance In New-Age FTAs: WTO
9/19/2011
The World Trade Organisation has announced the publication of its annual World Trade Report for 2011, focusing on the role that Preferential Trade Agreements play in the development of the multilateral trading system.
WTO Backs US Tax On Chinese Tyres
9/8/2011
The World Trade Organization Appellate Body has found in favour of the United States in a dispute brought by China challenging the imposition of additional duties on imports of Chinese tyres.
China Appeals WTO Ruling On Raw Material Exports
9/5/2011
It has been confirmed that, on August 31, 2011, China notified the World Trade Organization of its decision to appeal the panel’s ruling, made in July, against the duties and quotas China imposes on its exports of raw materials.
China To Appeal WTO Ruling On Raw Material Exports
8/30/2011
The Ministry of Commerce has disclosed that China will appeal against a World Trade Organization panel’s ruling made last month against the duties and quotas China imposes on its exports of raw materials.
Impasse With Georgia Blocking Russia's WTO Path
8/25/2011
Membership of the World Trade Organization may yet be some way off for Russia with many stumbling blocks still present, particularly between Russia and Georgia, a document distributed among WTO member states shows.
EU, Canada At Odds Over Renewable Energy Policies
8/18/2011
The World Trade Organisation has been called in to arbitrate a dispute between the European Union and the Canadian province of Ontario over its renewable energy policy.
WTO Finds Against Philippine Spirits Taxes
8/18/2011
While a dispute resolution panel of the World Trade Organization has decided that the excise taxes applied by the Philippines on imported distilled spirits are discriminatory, it has been indicated that the Philippine government will appeal its ruling.
EC Continues To Support Russian WTO Membership
8/12/2011
The European Council is ready to meet Russia halfway on the issues still hindering its World Trade Organisation membership bid, the Kremlin has said.
Medvedev, Obama Talk Russian WTO Membership
8/8/2011
Russia stands a high chance of entering the World Trade Organisation before the end of the year, president Dmitry Medvedev has said, with the Kremlin citing support from Barrack Obama. However, the ongoing dispute with Georgia could threaten to upset the progress made.
Russian WTO Talks To Conclude By Year End
8/2/2011
The chances of Russia joining the World Trade Organization by the end of the year are slim, according to the country's Economic Development Minister, who told a recent investment forum that failed talks with Georgia, and ongoing negotiations with the European Union, could drag the process into 2012 and potentially beyond.
EU Outlines Doha Position
8/1/2011
Any Doha package delivered by the end of the year must only be the first stage in securing a full set of agreements on the Round's agenda, the European Union has said.
World Bank Head Urges On Doha
7/19/2011
World Trade Organization members must be bolder in their approach to the Doha Round, 'thinking ahead and thinking big', according to the president of the World Bank.
Lamy Warns Of The Rise of Protectionism
6/23/2011
World economies must be vigilant of protectionism, and resist pressures in this direction as the recovery from recession continues, the World Trade Organisation's director general has said.
Asian Airlines Renew Attack On EU Carbon Scheme
6/16/2011
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines has said that the European Union is overreaching its authority with its planned inclusion of international airline emissions within the EU Emissions Trading Scheme, scheduled for inclusion from 2012.
Lamy Proposes 'Three Speed Approach' To Doha
6/3/2011
The Doha Round has precious little negotiating time left to it, and, while members have begun to accept the gravity of the situation, more must be done, according to Pascal Lamy, who has advocated a 'three lane' approach to prioritizing the issues left on the table.
Nations Stress Doha Urgency
5/30/2011
With the Doha Round facing imminent failure, it is imperative that global political leaders demonstrate their commitment, and recognize the benefits a successful conclusion could bring, a new report has stressed.
Trade Policy Crucial To LatAm, EU Partnership
5/26/2011
A successful trade policy is one of the key tools with which a continuing bi-regional partnership is to be achieved, the Euro-Latin Parliamentary Assembly has argued, setting out what it sees as the prospects for trade relations between the European Union and Latin America.

 

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