Legality of DG Process Questioned

Posted 10/10/24

Several World Trade Organization members, including the United States, appear to have informally conveyed their concerns over the legality of the appointment process for the next Director-General to the General Council Chairperson, Ambassador Petter Olberg, said people familiar with the developments.

Last week, the Chair launched the appointment process for the next WTO Director-General without the authorization of the General Council.

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