Advancing on Non-Tariff Measures and Voluntary Sustainability Standards

NTMs Week sheds light on the importance of non-tariff measures (NTMs), mandatory trade-related regulations and Voluntary sustainability standards on international trade and development.

Mandatory Trade Regulations

Regulations and standards are a main hurdle to trade. A meeting from 25-26 September, sheds light on the importance of such Non-Tariff Measures on international trade and development, and shows successful global and regional approaches to tackle the challenges including transparency initiatives and regulatory cooperation.

Voluntary Sustainability Standards

Consumer increasingly demand “sustainability” and nature-based, healthy products. A workshop on 27 September will discuss Voluntary Sustainability Standards and their impact upon developing countries’ market access and sustainable development.