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Wisdom prevailed to accommodate the interests of various diverse group in preparation for the battle. The G-20 responded well to the sensitivities of the LDCs and other groups.

The Declaration of the G-20 Ministers called for the elimination of all export subsidies in agriculture within five years.

It asked for substantial reductions in trade distorting domestic support by developed countries as well as further disciplines in the Blue Box and the Green Box in order to avoid mere “box shifting' in domestic subsidies.

Several developed countries have intensified their advocacy in the World Trade Organisation for a simple Swiss or non-linear formula that would result in steep tariff reductions in imports of industrial goods in developing countries.

Santos said the Philippines' reliance on trade with the US has gone down because of growing trade with Japan, Greater China and Asean.

Latest news from the Carribean Regional Negotiating Machinery.

The G-20 has advocated a tariff reduction formula containing progressivity, proportionality and flexibility.

The G-20 has advocated a tariff reduction formula containing progressivity, proportionality and flexibility.

Brazilian foreign minister and G-20 coordinator Celso Amorim stated that the G-20 has not only to meet more frequently but also has to engage with others to move its agenda ahead.

NEW DELHI, MARCH 19: The G-20 has advocated a tariff reduction formula containing progressivity, proportionality and flexibility.