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30 Years of Marrakesh Agreement

Published: 3rd May, 2024

Context

The World Trade Organization (WTO) commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Marrakesh Agreement, a pivotal moment in global trade history.

About Marrakesh Agreement

  • Formally established by the Final Act of the Uruguay Round of Multilateral Trade Negotiations, the Marrakesh Agreement laid the foundation for the creation of the WTO.
  • On April 15, 1994, the Marrakesh Agreement was signed by 123 countries, paving the way for the establishment of the WTO on January 1, 1995.
  • Over the past three decades, the WTO has played a crucial role in facilitating a significant expansion in global trade, aiming to enhance living standards, bolster employment opportunities, and foster sustainable development.

Fact Box: About WTO

  • Founded: 1 January 1995
  • Headquarters:Geneva, Switzerland
  • Total members: 164 member countries
  • The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the referee in global trade disputes.
  • It is a forum for governments to negotiate trade agreements and to settle trade disputes.

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