GENEVA – Official Release
A high-level delegation from the Norwegian Council for Tolerance and Peace participated in the annual Public Forum of the World Trade Organization (WTO), held at the WTO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The event convened under the theme of shaping the future of sustainable global trade, drawing broad participation from international organizations, civil society representatives, and private sector leaders.
This participation underscores the Council’s vision of bridging economic stability with global peace, recognizing that fair trade and sustainable development serve as foundational pillars for promoting tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and conflict reduction.
Key Highlights and Contributions
Promoting Peace through Development: During forum sessions, the delegation emphasized utilizing international trade as a driver for cross-cultural connection and economic opportunity, particularly in developing regions.
International Cooperation: Representatives held bilateral meetings with delegates from the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) to enhance partnerships between civil society and economic institutions.
Advocating Tolerance: The Council highlighted that sustainable economic growth cannot be achieved in isolation from environments rooted in tolerance, diversity, and human dignity.
The delegation concluded its participation with official group photos at the forum’s main stage, reaffirming its commitment to advancing recommendations that align inclusive economic strategy with global peacebuilding.
