In a recent interview with CMG, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley delivered a powerful message: the multilateral trading system is the backbone that keeps small and developing nations afloat in a complex global economy.
"The multilateral trading system is the cornerstone for the survival of small and developing countries," Mottley said. Her words underscore a stark reality: when global trade rules favor the most powerful, smaller economies risk being left on the sidelines.
For many small and developing countries, a vibrant, rules-based trading framework isn't just a policy preference; it's a lifeline. Mottley is calling on all countries, from G20 heavyweights to emerging markets, to step up and defend this system. She wants reform that makes trade negotiations more transparent, dispute settlement more equitable, and market access truly open.
"We need to safeguard the multilateral system and make it fairer and more transparent," the Prime Minister urged. This call resonates worldwide, especially among young leaders, entrepreneurs, and activists who see multilateral cooperation as the key to tackling shared challenges and building sustainable futures.
As the global community seeks to revitalise trust in international institutions, Mottley's warning carries fresh urgency: without a robust, inclusive trading system, the survival of many nations could be at risk.
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Prime Minister of Barbados: Multilateral system is key to our survival
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