WTO warns global trading system at critical juncture amid sustained disruptions

The WTO highlights that the multilateral trading system faces its most serious and sustained disruptions in 80 years, threatening the framework that enabled a 50-fold expansion of world trade. The statement signals institutional concern over rising protectionism and erosion of trade rules, though it provides no specific new data or policy actions. This matters as it underscores systemic risk to global trade flows and economic growth.