Overall theme: Is multilateralism in crisis?

Confronted with the Doha Round being stalled, a discussion has started on whether or not plurilateral negotiations should be initiated, or whether WTO members should pursue trade liberalization through free trade agreements (FTA s). This panel, jointly organized by BUS INESSEUR OPE and the US Chamber of Commerce, will assess whether plurilaterals and FTA s are effective approaches to tackle the challenges currently faced in multilateral trade negotiations. High-level representatives from the business community as well as WTO members will provide different perspectives on this controversial issue, discussing the merits and limitations of these approaches.