Deadline to Register for WTO Public Forum Approaching

The 2026 Public Forum, themed 'Powering the Future', will focus on the role of services in global development, income, and job creation.

to.org 20 August 2026 Source: to.org

The World Trade Organization's (WTO) Public Forum is a significant event that brings together stakeholders from around the world to discuss global trade developments and propose ways to enhance the multilateral trading system.

The 2026 Public Forum, titled "Powering the Future", will place services at the centre of the conversation. It will examine the role of services as an engine of development, a source of income, and a driver of job creation and empowerment worldwide, particularly for women and young people.

Registration for the event is now open, and participants must complete the online registration form by 21 August. Participation in the Forum is free of charge, but travel and accommodation costs will be borne by participants.

The Public Forum is the WTO's largest outreach event, providing a unique platform for interested stakeholders to discuss global trade developments and propose ways to enhance the multilateral trading system. The event attracts over 2,000 representatives each year from civil society, academia, business, government, international organizations, and the media.

### Background

The Public Forum has been a significant event in the WTO's outreach efforts, providing a platform for stakeholders to discuss global trade developments and propose ways to enhance the multilateral trading system. The event has attracted over 2,000 representatives each year from various sectors.

### Registration and Participation

To register for the 2026 Public Forum, participants must complete the online registration form by 21 August. The registration form is available on the WTO's website. Participation in the Forum is free of charge, but travel and accommodation costs will be borne by participants.