CLEAN : WTO chief comments on importance of free trade at Africa Adaptation Summit

The video discusses the importance of free trade for accessing technologies and adapting to new challenges. It highlights the role of the WTO in ensuring that countries with financing are not hindered by adverse trade policies. The video also reflects on the pandemic, where trade restrictions affected vaccine distribution, and calls for countries to actively implement their commitments. The absence of certain leaders at a conference is noted as significant.

Why is the free flow of trade crucial according to the first section?

• It ensures political stability.

• It allows countries to access new technologies and goods.

• It increases the financial resources of a country.

• It reduces the need for international cooperation.

What role does the WTO play in global trade according to the second section?

• It provides financial resources to countries.

• It ensures countries are not blocked by adverse trade policies.

• It imposes trade restrictions on countries.

• It manufactures goods for international trade.

What was a significant issue during the pandemic related to trade policies?

• Countries refused to buy vaccines.

• Export restrictions prevented access to vaccines.

• There was an oversupply of vaccines.

• Countries shared vaccines freely.

What is emphasized as necessary for countries in the third section?

• To focus solely on domestic policies.

• To reduce their participation in global conferences.

• To actively implement their commitments.

• To increase their financial resources.

What signal does the absence of some leaders at the conference send?

• A commitment to global cooperation.

• A lack of interest in international issues.

• An increase in trade restrictions.

• A focus on technological advancements.