On 29 October, a WTO arbitrator issued its decision on the level of countermeasures the European Union may request with respect to the United States in “United States — Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties on Ripe Olives from Spain” (DS577). The arbitrator also decided on the methodology the EU may use to fix the level of […]
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At a meeting of the Committee on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures (SCM) on 28 October, Chair Jungsoo Hur (Republic of Korea) reiterated that members’ submission of subsidy notifications is the most fundamental transparency obligation under the SCM Agreement. He expressed continued concern over chronically low submission rates.
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The First review of the trade policies and practices of the United Kingdom takes place on 28 and 30 October 2025. The basis for the review is a report by the WTO Secretariat and a report by the Government of the United Kingdom.
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Geneva, 3 October 2025 – The United Nations’ International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced a new collaboration with Goodwill Ambassador and internationally renowned artist Dimash Qudaibergen. Through his upcoming Strangers World Tour, Dimash will shine a spotlight on humanitarian crises worldwide and raise awareness of the challenges faced by millions of people on the move, helping IOM raise
IOM Goodwill Ambassador, Famous Artist Dimash Qudaibergen Champions Unity in World Tour Read More »
Batugade, Timor-Leste – A high-level joint visit to the Batugade, Sakato, and Salele border crossing points has identified joint priorities and opportunities of strengthening Timor-Leste’s border management ahead of the country’s ASEAN accession this October. Over two days, partners highlighted the urgent need for stronger infrastructure, closer cross-border cooperation, and greater capacity to address issues such
Joint Border Visit Highlights Cooperation and Priorities in Border Management Read More »
Yokohama/Addis Ababa, 21 August 2025 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the African Union (AU) have renewed their strategic cooperation to advance migration governance across Africa through a new three-year agreement. Signed on the sidelines of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), the agreement reaffirms both organizations’ commitment to ensuring migration
Geneva/Nairobi, 1 October 2025 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched the first-ever WakaWell Youth Hackathon, a Pan-African initiative bringing together young innovators co-design digital solutions to help youth make safe and informed migration decisions. “Migration is the defining reality of our time, especially for young people,” said Ugochi Daniels, IOM Deputy Director General for
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Geneva/Quito, 16 September 2025 – Households with Venezuelan members contribute an estimated USD 900 million annually to Ecuador’s economy through the consumption of goods and services, according to a new study by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The findings highlight the significant role of migrants in supporting economic growth and development across Latin America and
Venezuelan Migrants Add USD 900M Annually to Ecuador’s Economy Read More »
Now 18, she’s involved in aerospace projects with other young women through the Shakthi SAT initiative and she’s keen to explore the intersection between computer engineering and science, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), autonomous robotics and embedded systems that control satellites, drones and rockets. “I’m learning things I once only dreamed of, and we’re going to
Cosmic girls: UN nurtures next generation of space professionals Read More »
Humanity is looking up – and beyond. This Saturday, World Space Week lifts off, inviting the world to imagine what life might look like beyond planet Earth.
Living in Space: The UN celebrates innovation, cooperation and the final frontier Read More »
