Africa is well-positioned to land the world's leading trade job — but only if its politicians can rally behind a unifying candidate.to head the World Trade Organization are African, but this three-way split poses immediate hurdles for Africa's prospects.The African candidates are boosted by a growing consensus in Geneva that it's time for an African trade chief as the continent has never held the post, while other regions such as Europe have held it several times.
That could still change. There is a possibility that only one African candidate survives the first round of consultations, after which the continent can rally behind him or her. That process starts mid-July, when the WTO’s highest body, the General Council, will meet the candidates for the first time, according to a document distributed to delegations and seen by POLITICO.
Naturally, much will depend on which candidates are supported by the U.S., the EU and China, the key trade players. The vacancy comes at a crucial time for the organization, with global trade collapsing because of the coronavirus pandemic and the WTO's highest courtHere is POLITICO's look at the runners for the job, and their chances of ultimate success.A Harvard-educated former finance minister, World Bank No.
It’s about time meritocracy RULES. Ms. Okonjo-Iwuala is ably qualified, tested, and right for the moment. 🇳🇬🇺🇸🇳🇬☮️
You do know that Africa is a continent made up of many different countries, don't you? Kinda like North America.
I vote for its success. It's a well developing country anyways
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