Together with the Chair of the General Council, Ambassador David Walker, and in consultation with the delegation of Kazakhstan, DG Azevêdo circulated a note to members saying that “it is our considered view that holding MC12 as previously agreed from 8-11 June will not be feasible”.

In light of this development, DG Azevêdo said that he and the chair of the General Council will consult with WTO members, including through a special General Council meeting to be held as soon as conditions permit, on how to proceed with revised arrangements for MC12.