World May 13 During meetings in Japan, WTO chief says global trade is facing a crisis By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press
World Jun 12 Head of WTO anticipates roadblocks as ministers negotiate trade deals At a time when some experts question WTO's future and relevance, Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala hopes the meeting involving more than 120 ministers from the organization's 164 member countries yields progress toward reducing inequality and ensuring fair and free trade. By Jamey Keaten, Associated Press
World Apr 01 World trade body chief says vaccine inequity ‘unacceptable’ WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said Thursday that "vaccine inequity" during the coronavirus pandemic demonstrates the need for developing nations to be able to make vaccines. By Associated Press
World Feb 15 Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala becomes first woman and African to lead World Trade Organization The appointment came after U.S. President Joe Biden endorsed her candidacy, which had been blocked by former President Donald Trump. By David McHugh, Associated Press