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One of the highlights of the MC13 opening ceremony was the formal accession of
Comoros and Timor-Leste to the World Trade Organisation, the first two new members
to join the organisation since 2015. For both countries, membership of the WTO will
unlock full participation in the international trading system, accelerate their economic
growth and create further opportunities for international investment.

MC13 features a full schedule of meetings and negotiating sessions for delegates, with
the aim of strengthening the global trading system and charting a clear path for the
WTO’s future work. The event also features a programme of side events. All information
for attendees, delegates, media and the public can be found on the UAE Ministry of
Economy’s MC13 website: www.wtomc13abudhabi.com

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