
The Doha round of trade negotiations was launched in November 2001, but stalled in July this year. It should be relaunched. International trade may be stronger today than ever, but the global marketplace remains littered with barriers and restrictions that hold back potential, not least in developing countries. Indeed, development via a fuller participation of poorer countries in global trade is what sets the Doha agenda apart. Here are just a few reasons why an agreement could make a difference.
See full Article.