Archive - Feb 17, 2005 - Article

Developing Countries Question the Nature of Commitments in Trade While Developed Countries Propose New Obligations

16 February, 2005
TWN Info Service on WTO and Trade Issues (Feb05/4), Third World Network, http://www.twnside.org.sg
There was a clear contrast in basic approach taken by developing and developed countries at a meeting of the Negotiating Group on Trade Facilitation held at the WTO on 7 and 9 February.

In Trade Facilitation Negotiations, Developing Countries Question The Nature Of Commitments In Trade While Developed Countries Propose New Obligations

16 February, 2005
TWN Info Service on WTO and Trade Issues (Feb05/4)
Many of the developing countries stressed the importance of technical assistance and capacity building.