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Race for WTO chief heats up: India spells out terms for its support

The country will back candidates in favour of having a global trade facilitation pact for services, ensuring food security in poorer nations, and committing to talks on developmental issues

Race for WTO chief heats up: India spells out terms for its support
Updated On : 05 Aug 2020 | 6:15 AM IST

WTO chief cuts short his second term by one year, to step down on August 31

The 62-year-old Brazilian career diplomat's second four-year term was not scheduled to end until September 2021

WTO chief cuts short his second term by one year, to step down on August 31
Updated On : 15 May 2020 | 7:55 AM IST

WTO chief Roberto Azevedo to step down on August 31 before term expires

Azevedo said that bringing forward his departure would allow members to select his successor in the coming months

WTO chief Roberto Azevedo to step down on August 31 before term expires
Updated On : 14 May 2020 | 11:39 PM IST

WTO chief Roberto Azevedo says 'no panic' over Trump withdrawal threat

The WTO is run on the basis of "consensus", meaning that every one of its 164 members has an effective veto

WTO chief Roberto Azevedo says 'no panic' over Trump withdrawal threat
Updated On : 31 Aug 2018 | 11:48 PM IST