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Closing Conversation: Global Trade in Transition

The world is entering a period of profound change in global trade. As major economies revisit long-standing agreements, nations are seeking new markets and partnerships. Protectionist trends are testing traditional alliances, while AI and digital commerce are reshaping trade faster than regulations can adapt. How can the World Trade Organization best adapt to this new reality? In this conversation, it’s Director-General Dr.Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, discusses the reforms needed to strengthen the organization’s role, the frameworks required for digital trade, and whether multilateral cooperation can endure in an increasingly complex global economy. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General, World Trade Organization In Conversation with: Ellie Austin, Fortune