photo: fileThe Chief of the World Trade Organisation, Ngozi Okonjo, has called upon member states to ratify the fisheries subsidies agreement. In an interaction with a group of journalists from developing countries, the Director-General of the WTO urged member states, including Pakistan, to ratify the fisheries subsidies agreement so that it can enter into force next year. The first deliverable for the 13th Ministerial Conference is entering into force the fisheries subsidies agreement, said Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. Pakistan also wants prioritisation of capacity building, sustainable practices, and tailored support for developing countries. There would be no agreements underpinning world trade, which will result in an anarchic situation,” said the DG.

Source: The Express Tribune September 15, 2023 16:58 UTC