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WTO chief Okonjo-Iweala reinstated for second term as trade wars loom
WTO chief Okonjo-Iweala reinstated for second term as trade wars loom
Reuters  |  Nov 29, 2024

Okonjo-Iweala, a former Nigerian finance minister, made history in 2021 by becoming the WTO's first female and first African director-general.

Africa proposes WTO chief for second term, document shows
Africa proposes WTO chief for second term, document shows
Reuters  |  Jul 12, 2024

It cited the need to make progress on outcomes under her tenure ahead of the next major ministerial meeting due to be hosted by Cameroon.

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