21st century Quote by Pascal Lamy
“To set us on the right course we need to create more opportunities for trade, particularly in developing countries, and we need to adjust global trade rules to better meet the needs of entrepreneurs in the 21st century,”
About This Quote
Source Report: WTO Trade Review, 2019
To improve trade, create opportunities for developing nations and adjust rules for modern entrepreneurs.
In simple terms: Boost trade by helping developing countries and updating rules.
Key Takeaway
Promote inclusive, modern trade policies.
Themes
trade
development
globalization
entrepreneurship
policy
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
policy
informative
When to use this quote
- export incentives
- capacity building
- policy negotiations
- business incubators
Key Concepts
international economics
development studies
regulatory reform
Questions to Reflect On
- How to measure impact?
- What barriers exist for entrepreneurs?
A Different Perspective
Implementation can be slow.
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