World Trade Organization

Tear Gas additives identified by WA Toxics Coalition

The Washington Toxics Coaltion recently requested and received Material Safety Data Sheets from the Seattle Police Department for all chemicals used in crowd control during WTO protests the week of November 29.

White House Urges Renewal of U.S. WTO Membership

WASHINGTON, March 2 (Reuters) - The Clinton administration on Thursday urged lawmakers to reject legislation calling for the United States to withdraw from the World Trade Organization (WTO), saying it would put the U.S. economy at risk.

WTO Good Deal for U.S.

By ANNE GEARAN Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - A Clinton administration report sent to Congress on Thursday concludes that after five years, the World Trade Organization has proved a good deal for the United States.

WTO Rulings Force Review

Australian Financial Review By Lenore Taylor and Brendan Pearson The Federal Government has been forced to rethink its case-by-case process to encourage major investments after recent tough World Trade Organisation rulings on illegal export subsidies.

Brazil Says U.S. Was "Intransigent" in Seattle

By Axel Bugge BRASILIA, March 2 (Reuters) - Latin America's largest country, Brazil, said on Thursday the United States showed "intransigence" at world trade talks in Seattle last year, and has yet to show real interest in relaunching negotiations.

US Lawmakers Say Farm Support for China WTO Wavering

The Wall Street Journal By MARK H. ANDERSON WASHINGTON--- U.S. lawmakers Wednesday said farm state support of China's ascension to the World Trade Organization is wavering amid numerous worries about the country's record and conduct, including its resolve to honor trade pacts on agricultural products.

US Pressures China to Implement Meat Comittment

WASHINGTON, March 1 (Reuters) - U.S. officials warned China on Wednesday that slow implementation of a wheat, meat and citrus agreement could damage its reputation as a reliable trade partner ahead of a key congressional vote.

Clinton Urges China Trade Deal

By ANNE GEARAN Associated Press Writer ASHBURN, Va. (AP) - As part of a lobbying effort to convince Congress to pass a trade deal opposed by organized labor, President Clinton said Wednesday his administration will take members of Congress to China for a firsthand look at business opportunities there.

China Wheat - U.S. Deal May Not Affect Imports

By Nailene Chou Wiest SHANGHAI, Feb 29 (Reuters) - China's pledge to buy 50,000 tonnes of U.S. wheat was not expected to affect purchases from other exporters, industry sources said on Tuesday. "The significance is that wheat from the northwestern United States is now accepted in China," said a state grain firm analyst.

Brazil Concerned Over U.S. Proposal To Label Tuna Products as ""Dolphin-Safe""

GENEVA--Brazil has expressed its concern about a U.S. proposal, which could lead to the creation of an official mark for the labeling of tuna products deemed "dolphin-safe."