Supachai Panitchpakdi Quotations

For the really controversial issues of non-trade items, like environment and labor, I would suggest we go around them very cautiously. I don't think we should have them in the negotiations,

While we're working on multilateral arrangements, we shouldn't lose track of Asia free trade agreements.

who want to get to the bottom of this.

This time, we should work on the integration of developing countries into the WTO, ... They represent three-quarters of the membership.

This time in Doha, it's not only a matter of launching a round but of making a global trade round work for all countries.

tool to help stimulate and promote national and international policies and actions for development and poverty reduction.

The oil bill is becoming a heavy burden for many developing countries.... because it is more than 5% of their GDP.

It was spread on pieces of paper I have seen myself, ... It said I made all these promises that simply weren't true.

It is unclear whether a round of international trade talks can be launched in 2001, so it wouldn't be right to set a timetable for launching the round now.

The agenda from developing countries will have to be a priority.

Clearly, the improved economic situation in the United States and Asia has given an important boost to world trade,