Developments in the multilateral trading system

Systemic issues strengthening the multilateral system to promote development

We will continue to participate actively in the work of the multilateral system.

The case of cotton in Benin illustrated the inequity of the multilateral trade system.

What is at stake is the very future of the multilateral trading system.

German foreign policy is aimed at strengthening the multilateral world order.

Within this framework, the contribution of the multilateral system to development must be strengthened.

The essence of the multilateral system consists in two principles non discrimination and national treatment.

It would prevent the widening of differences within the multilateral system.

This proposal would avoid increasing the differences in the multilateral system.

The future of the MTS would be undermined if it did not meet the needs of developing countries.

It was suggested that an adequate financing facility needs to be built into the MTS ex ante.

They called for efforts to combat protectionism and to strengthen the multilateral trading system.

Due consideration should also be given to the reform and restructuring of the multilateral development system.

The multilateral trading system should play an effective role in that process.

It reflects the collective political will of Member States and their interest in strengthening the multilateral system.

(c) Enhance coherence within the multilateral system in promoting productive and decent work

Regional initiatives were a stepping stone, not an alternative, to the multilateral trading system.

Since 1949, the party system has been dominated by the Christian Democratic Union and the Social Democratic Party of Germany.

There was a serious lack of democracy at the heart of the multilateral trading system.

An effective multilateral system must rely upon the interaction of States which are responsible domestic and international actors.

In trade, the challenge remains to make the multilateral system more development friendly.

At the same time, smooth integration of developing economies into the MTS had yet to be achieved.

He highlighted the importance for Yemen of integrating into the MTS.

The European Union trading system was cited as a successful model with regard to granting special and differential treatment to weaker and smaller economies. This has allowed such countries as Greece and Portugal to make structural adjustment to the global economy and fully integrate into the multilateral trading system.

(e) The positive consideration of trade related issues pertaining to the commodity sector in the multilateral trading system

But they cannot be understood in isolation from the larger multipolar system of major powers that is forming.

Perhaps they will choose to build on and strengthen the existing multilateral regime, which has served them well in the past.

Ensure that the rule based multilateral trading system properly takes into consideration the economic vulnerabilities of small island developing States.

Greater policy space was necessary for developing countries to enable them to apply an appropriate mix of policy instruments.

The council will allow us to end the partisan bickering prevalent in the Commission on Human Rights.

In the US, the political system has descended into seemingly intractable partisan paralysis, gravely undermining the system of checks and balances and generating a deepening sense of malaise and frustration.

Such an approach does not contradict multilateral trading system rules, which provide ample scope for industrial policy.

Nepal is also consolidating the multi party democratic system that was restored by the people through a popular movement in 1990.

We maintain the hope that accompanying measures will be taken to avoid the marginalization of developing countries in the multilateral trade system.

In the 1970s, the party system became more volatile the Christian democratic parties lost seats, while new parties became successful, such as the radical democrat and progressive liberal D66.

12. Acknowledges the need for continuing flexibility and special provisions for developing countries in the multilateral trading system

It was noted that the fear that a special treatment of small island developing States might undermine the multilateral trading system was unfounded.

The chemical weapons prohibition regime overseen by the OPCW is a manifestation of the success of multilateralism.

His delegation advocated a prompt and successful conclusion of the Uruguay Round in order to restore confidence in the multilateral trading system.

The call for reform and restructuring of the multilateral system must of necessity include the whole disarmament mechanism as well.

The responsibility of all to contribute to a successful and development focused outcome of the Doha Work Programme (DWP) and a strengthening of the MTS was highlighted, as the multilateral route offers the best solution to the liberalization and promotion of trade.

Moreover, the US is now experiencing a period of intense partisan polarization.

Multilateral liberalization of temporary movement through commercially meaningful GATS commitments could be one of the best ways to attenuate permanent or illegal migration and maximize gains for sending and receiving countries.

The breach of non proliferation obligations would undermine trust between States and weaken the multilateral system.