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FIFA World Cup Quarter-Finals Set as Haaland Equals Record
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FIFA World Cup Quarter-Finals Set as Haaland Equals Record

The FIFA World Cup is progressing to the quarter-finals, with Erling Haaland equaling a rare World Cup record. Belgium has been allowed to appeal a decision regarding Folarin Balogun less than 24 hours before their match, adding to the tournament's drama.

14th WTO Ministerial Conference Continues in Yaounde, South Korea Leads Reform Talks
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14th WTO Ministerial Conference Continues in Yaounde, South Korea Leads Reform Talks

The 14th World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference is underway in Yaounde, Cameroon, with South Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo leading discussions on needed reforms amid global trade uncertainties, as the WTO Director-General calls for urgent action.

Okonjo-Iweala bags award at GAIA Africa ceremony
Politicspunch-ng5mo ago

Okonjo-Iweala bags award at GAIA Africa ceremony

WTO DG, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, receives the GAIA Africa 2025 Global Champion Award, recognizing her trailblazing leadership and vision for women in Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/okonjo-iweala-bags-award-at-gaia-africa-ceremony/

Kenneth Okonkwo's Political Allegiances and Mentorship Claims
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Kenneth Okonkwo's Political Allegiances and Mentorship Claims

Kenneth Okonkwo, a Nigerian politician, has claimed that Atiku Abubakar discovered prominent figures like Okonjo-Iweala and Soludo, and also recognized his own potential. Okonkwo further stated that Peter Obi betrayed him, while Atiku saw value in him.

WTO Head Warns of Worst Global Trade Crisis Since WWII
Businessorf5mo ago

WTO Head Warns of Worst Global Trade Crisis Since WWII

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the head of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has stated that global trade is experiencing its most significant crisis since the end of World War II, describing it as the "worst disruptions in the last 80 years."

Okonjo-Iweala Highlights Global Mistrust and Trade Resilience
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng16d ago2 sources

Okonjo-Iweala Highlights Global Mistrust and Trade Resilience

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the WTO, stated that global mistrust is hurting business and trade, despite 72% of global trade remaining under WTO rules. She emphasized the resilience of global trade in the face of various crises.

Okonjo-Iweala Urges Nigeria to Deepen Reforms and Manage Debt
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng18d ago2 sources

Okonjo-Iweala Urges Nigeria to Deepen Reforms and Manage Debt

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization, advised Nigeria to deepen economic reforms, manage its debt cautiously, and prepare for export before sending goods abroad. She also shared a personal anecdote about preventing a former aviation minister from leaving the country.