Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Russia

U.S. Says Russia Making 'Slow Progress' On WTO Bid

April 10, 2007 -- The top U.S. trade official says Russia is moving too slowly in adopting the commitments and responsibilities needed to qualify for membership in the World Trade Organization (WTO).

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April 10, 2007

U.S. Trade Representative Susan Schwab described Russia as making only "slow progress" toward entry in the 150-country WTO.

Schwab also said she not foresee the U.S. Congress taking action any time soon to repeal the Jackson-Vanik amendment, which denies Russia normal trade relations with the United States.

(AFP)

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