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Navigating WTO Challenges: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's Leadership

This chapter explores Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's appointment as the Director General of the World Trade Organization, analyzing her extensive experience and the hurdles she faces in improving member trust and cooperation. It delves into contentious issues such as fishing subsidies, trade negotiations amidst global tensions, and the significant challenges posed by competing interests of developed and developing nations. The discussion also underscores the need for strong leadership and the potential for reform within the WTO in light of recent political influences.

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