Policing Trade

The video discusses the WTO's annual trade report, highlighting increased trade restrictions, mainly due to US-China tariffs. It compares the global trade system's risks to a Doomsday Clock, indicating a worsening situation. The WTO's challenges, including outdated rules and slow negotiations, are addressed, with calls for reform. US criticism of the WTO is noted, with the organization emphasizing its importance and ongoing engagement. China's role and the adequacy of WTO rules are debated, alongside national security's impact on trade. The session concludes with audience questions on WTO compliance and Brexit implications.

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