Sessions for the Public Forum are organised by civil society, academia, business, governments, parliamentarians and intergovernmental organizations. The call for proposals will open soon. Registration is due to open on 3 May 2021. 

In light of the uncertainties and restrictions related to COVID-19, the WTO will closely monitor the situation to determine the format of the Forum. A decision will be communicated by mid-June.

Background

The Public Forum is the WTO’s largest annual outreach event. It provides a unique platform for heads of state, parliamentarians, business people, students, academics and civil society to come together and debate a wide range of trade and development topics. Over 1,500 participants attend the Forum each year. See more information on previous Public Fora.