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As the global economy shifts under mounting pressure, the World Trade Organisation (WTO) stands at a defining moment. For developing nations, its relevance depends on bold reforms that modernize rules, strengthen fairness, and deliver real economic opportunities.
Nigeria, through the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, is stepping forward with confidence ahead of Ministerial Conference 14 (MC14), scheduled for March 26–29, 2026, in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The high-level gathering will convene 166 trade ministers and thousands of stakeholders to shape the future of global commerce.
At the heart of Nigeria’s agenda are critical priorities: agriculture and food security, sustainability and climate-related trade measures, digital trade under the AfCFTA, and inclusive development frameworks. The country is advocating for a balanced, forward-looking reform plan that preserves the WTO’s core principles of transparency, non-discrimination, and cooperation.
With global markets at an inflection point, leaders warn that inaction is not an option. A revitalized WTO—anchored in fairness, adaptability, and shared prosperity—could redefine global trade and unlock new opportunities worldwide.
