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18 September 2026

Young Trade Leaders meet with DG; discuss AI, environment, needs of developing economies

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Young Trade Leaders meet with DG; discuss AI, environment, needs of developing economies

Artificial intelligence (AI), the environment, and issues facing developing economies were among the topics discussed by Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and the latest cohort of WTO Young Trade Leaders at a meeting on 17 September. The Director-General underlined that harnessing the energy and ideas of young people is essential for addressing current and future trade challenges.

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