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WTO warns against protectionism in the global economy

The World Trade Organistion boss warns trade protectionism could threaten global growth. Plus, why Japan is relaxing visa rules to fill vacancies in certain professions

We lead with a warning from the Director General of the World Trade Organisation, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, about the impact protectionism could have on the global economy.Plus, why Japan is relaxing its visa rules in a drive to boost foreign workers to fill vacancy gaps in certain professions. And, some social media stirs the pot after dubbing French president Emmanuel Macrons visit to Brazil as like a honeymoon rather than a diplomatic summit.

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  • Sat 30 Mar 2024 01:06GMT

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