Good vibes, same positions at WTO reform retreat on development

A World Trade Organization reform retreat focused on development this week did not bring members much closer together on the divisive, expansive topic, but it did feature free-flowing and productive conversations with a focus on what could be accomplished by the 13th ministerial conference early next year. The two-day retreat – the latest of several such gatherings in recent months, on agriculture, fisheries subsidies and reform – was convened by the General Council chair, Swiss Ambassador Didier Chambovey, for members...