What is the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

Question: What is the World Trade Organization (WTO)?

Answer: The World Trade Organization was formed in 1995 to:

• Administer existing multi-lateral trade agreements among its 149 member nations,
• Support ongoing negotiations for new trade agreements,
• Handle trade disputes.

WTO FAQ

• What is the World Trade Organization?
• Why is WTO Membership So Important?
• How Does a Country Become a WTO Member?
• How Does the WTO Resolve Trade Disputes?
• What is the Doha Round of Trade Talks?
• Why is the Doha Round of Trade Talks So Important?