Title of the activity
WTO Advanced Thematic Course on Trade and Environment
Activity Type
Thematic course/Workshop
Description
Implemented within the WTO progressive learning strategy, the course represents the highest level of learning among WTO training activities. Due to its advanced nature, the course targets participants who already possess a sound knowledge of the WTO system in general and issues at the interface of trade and environment / climate change at national and international levels. It encourages the active involvement of participants and will address key trade and environmental issues.
This two-week trade and environment advanced course will comprise a series of sessions, including lectures, interactive discussions, exercises, simulations, and debates. Furthermore, participants will collaborate in small groups on a project to be presented at the end of the course.
This course is particularly important as it fosters inter-ministerial collaboration, bridging gaps and enhancing coordination between trade and environmental policies. It equips participants with the skills to address contemporary challenges, ensuring a holistic approach to sustainable development.
This two-week trade and environment advanced course will comprise a series of sessions, including lectures, interactive discussions, exercises, simulations, and debates. Furthermore, participants will collaborate in small groups on a project to be presented at the end of the course.
This course is particularly important as it fosters inter-ministerial collaboration, bridging gaps and enhancing coordination between trade and environmental policies. It equips participants with the skills to address contemporary challenges, ensuring a holistic approach to sustainable development.
Venue
Switzerland
City
WTO
Trade topic
Environment
Start Date
End Date
Duration (days)
10
Activity Level
selection process
The nomination process for selecting participants for the WTO Advanced Trade Policy Course on Trade and Environment is designed to ensure a diverse and knowledgeable group of attendees. Government officials from the Ministry of Trade, Ministry of Environment, and other relevant Ministries and authorities are encouraged to apply. Nominations should be submitted through the official channels by the respective Ministries, highlighting the candidate's qualifications and the current work/function relevance to the course objectives.
Pre-requisite
Professional Experience: Candidates should have at least 3-5 years of professional experience in trade, environment, or related fields.
Relevance to Role: Demonstrated involvement in policy-making or implementation in trade or environmental areas.
Commitment to Collaboration: A proven track record of inter-ministerial or inter-agency collaboration, and willingness to open inclusive dialogues.
English Proficiency: Proficiency in English, as the course will be conducted in this language.
Support from Ministry: Official nomination and endorsement from the candidate’s Ministry, highlighting the relevance of the course to their current role and future responsibilities.
These prerequisites will help ensure that participants are well-prepared to engage with the course material and contribute meaningfully to discussions on the convergence of trade and environment policies.
Relevance to Role: Demonstrated involvement in policy-making or implementation in trade or environmental areas.
Commitment to Collaboration: A proven track record of inter-ministerial or inter-agency collaboration, and willingness to open inclusive dialogues.
English Proficiency: Proficiency in English, as the course will be conducted in this language.
Support from Ministry: Official nomination and endorsement from the candidate’s Ministry, highlighting the relevance of the course to their current role and future responsibilities.
These prerequisites will help ensure that participants are well-prepared to engage with the course material and contribute meaningfully to discussions on the convergence of trade and environment policies.
Target Audience
Government officials
Language
English
Key Result
1. Government officials are implementing WTO Agreements and fully realising Members' rights and obligations
Key Output
1.1: Government officials have enhanced knowledge about WTO Agreements, trade policy formulation and conduct of trade negotiations
Programme
Invited Members and Observers:
Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
Angola
Argentina
Armenia
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bahrain, Kingdom of
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belize
Benin
Bhutan
Bolivia, Plurinational State of
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei Darussalam
Burkina Faso
Cabo Verde
Cambodia
Cameroon
Chile
China
Colombia
Comoros
Congo
Costa Rica
Côte dʼIvoire
Curaçao
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Eswatini
Ethiopia
Fiji
Gabon
The Gambia
Georgia
Ghana
Grenada
Guatemala
Guinea
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong, China
India
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Jamaica
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Korea, Republic of
Kuwait, the State of
Kyrgyz Republic
Lao Peopleʼs Democratic Republic
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Macao, China
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Mali
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldova, Republic of
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
Namibia
Nepal
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
North Macedonia
Oman
Pakistan
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Qatar
Russian Federation
Rwanda
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Africa
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Suriname
Chinese Taipei
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Thailand
Timor-Leste
Togo
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Türkiye
Turkmenistan
Uganda
Ukraine
United Arab Emirates
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Viet Nam
Zambia
Zimbabwe