WTO Ministerial Conferences: Key Outcomes

WTO Ministerial Conferences: Key Outcomes is a compilation of key outcomes from WTO Ministerial Conferences since 1995, including Ministerial Decisions and Declarations, Chairpersons' statements, and relevant outcomes from the Uruguay Round. It complements The WTO Agreements.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The World Trade Organization (WTO) holds Ministerial Conferences regularly to discuss and shape global trade policies. These conferences have been instrumental in shaping the international trade landscape since the organization's establishment in 1995. Over the years, 12 Ministerial Conferences have been held, covering a period from 1996 to 2022. These conferences bring together representatives from member countries to negotiate and reach agreements on various trade-related issues.

One of the key outcomes of these conferences is the Ministerial Decisions and Declarations. These documents outline the decisions and commitments made by the participating countries during the conferences. They cover a wide range of trade-related topics, such as trade liberalization, trade regulations, intellectual property rights, and development assistance. The Ministerial Decisions and Declarations serve as the foundation for the WTO's work and provide guidance for member countries in implementing their trade policies.

In addition to the Ministerial Decisions and Declarations, Chairpersons' statements also play a significant role in shaping the outcomes of the conferences. These statements provide insights into the priorities and concerns of the participating countries and highlight the progress made in the negotiations. Chairpersons' statements often set the tone for future negotiations and provide a roadmap for the future direction of the WTO.

Another important aspect of these conferences is the adoption of relevant ministerial outcomes of the Uruguay Round. The Uruguay Round was a significant negotiation that took place in the early 1990s, leading to the establishment of the WTO. While the Marrakesh Agreement Establishing the WTO (MAE) contains the final text of the agreements reached during the Uruguay Round, there were other ministerial outcomes that were not formally integrated into the MAE. This publication, titled "WTO Ministerial Conferences: Key Outcomes," aims to reproduce these relevant ministerial outcomes of the Uruguay Round that were not formally integrated into the MAE.

The WTO Ministerial Conferences: Key Outcomes is a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and trade enthusiasts. It provides a comprehensive overview of the key outcomes from the WTO Ministerial Conferences since 1995. The publication is organized in a user-friendly manner, with each conference covered in a separate chapter. The chapters include a summary of the discussions, the Ministerial Decisions and Declarations, and the Chairpersons' statements.

Furthermore, the publication includes annexes that provide additional information and context on the topics discussed during the conferences. These annexes include legal texts, background papers, and reports that provide a deeper understanding of the issues at hand.

In conclusion, the WTO Ministerial Conferences: Key Outcomes is a crucial publication that provides valuable insights into the global trade landscape. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and trade enthusiasts alike. By reproducing the relevant ministerial outcomes of the Uruguay Round and other WTO Ministerial Conferences, the publication contributes to the understanding of the WTO's work and its impact on the world economy.

Weight: 574g
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009444705
Edition number: 2 Revised edition