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11 February 2009
Sweeten World Trade – Conclude the Doha Round
Media ReleaseConcluding the Doha Round is of critical importance to the world economy.
Global Sugar Alliance members have just concluded discussions in Dubai.
Global Sugar Alliance Chairman, Mr Ian McMaster said there is a role for and a need for economic stimulus. However, restricting trade and introducing distorting measures to protect domestic activity, risks worsening the economic down turn and prolonging the malaise.
US leadership is essential, Mr McMaster said.
Global Sugar Alliance members will continue to proactively defend the need for positive, progressive and meaningful new trade rules and work with governments, the Cairns Group, G-20 and in the WTO to secure this outcome for sugar.
“Our long-term sustainability depends on practical progress and strong legally enforceable trade rules.”
A copy of the communiqué issued at the conclusion of the meeting is attached.
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Further information, please contact:
Warren Males +61 417 002 325
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