"Re-globalization" more promising than fragmentation: WTO

STORY: "Re-globalization" more promising than fragmentation: WTO DATELINE: Sept. 13, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:03 LOCATION: GENEVA, Switzerland CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the press conference 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): RALPH OSSA, WTO Chief Economist 3. various of the press conference 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): RALPH OSSA, WTO Chief Economist 3. various of Gevena STORYLINE: Re-globalization, which means increased international cooperation and broader integration, can support security, inclusiveness and environmental sustainability, the World Trade Organization (WTO) said in a flagship report published on Tuesday. In the 2023 edition of the "World Trade Report," the trade organization presents new evidence of the benefits of broader, more inclusive economic integration as early indications of trade fragmentation threaten to unwind growth and development. "Globalization is really at a crossroads," WTO Chief Economist Ralph Ossa said. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): RALPH OSSA, WTO Chief Economist "The