Group 1 - The WTO has become a focal point due to the challenges posed by the unilateral tariff policies of the United States, as emphasized by the newly re-elected Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who noted that "unilateralism has not disappeared" [1] - The Fisheries Subsidies Agreement, which took 21 years to negotiate, is highlighted as a testament to the resilience of multilateralism, marking it as the second new multilateral agreement in 30 years of the WTO [3] - Despite criticisms that the multilateral system is failing, 72% of global trade still adheres to WTO rules, indicating a significant level of compliance amidst challenges [5][7] Group 2 - The WTO's forecast for global goods trade volume in 2023 is expected to grow by 0.9%, a recovery from earlier predictions of negative growth, showcasing the system's resilience [7] - The WTO's appellate body has been non-functional since 2019 due to the U.S. refusal to appoint new judges, which has paralyzed this critical mechanism [8] - In response, Okonjo-Iweala has initiated a temporary arbitration mechanism involving 57 member countries, covering over half of global trade, with 16 disputes currently being resolved through consultations [10] Group 3 - The Investment Facilitation Agreement is currently stalled due to opposition from India, South Africa, and Turkey, with a deadline set for resolution at the 2026 ministerial meeting in Cameroon [10] - Okonjo-Iweala is committed to leading the WTO through these challenging times, emphasizing the necessity of multilateralism for issues like trade fairness and ocean protection, and viewing her re-election as an opportunity to complete unfinished business [10]