WTO Reappoints Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as Director-General

The General Council of the World Trade Organisation has reappointed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for a second term as its Director-General.

Okonjo-Iweala’s new four-year tenure will commence on September 1, 2025.

In a statement issued on Friday, Okonjo-Iweala appreciated the WTO’s 166 member nations for their continued trust and support.

“I am deeply honoured by the trust and support of the WTO General Council and its 166 Members. It is a privilege to continue serving as Director-General for a second four-year term.

“In recent years, the WTO has played a vital role in helping Members navigate pressing global challenges, including the pandemic, conflict, and heightened geopolitical tensions. I commend Members for their hard work and determination in achieving progress despite unprecedented levels of uncertainty and rapid economic shifts.

“As we look ahead, I remain firmly committed to delivering results that matter—results that ultimately improve the lives of people around the world. By promoting trade as a driver of economic growth and resilience, the WTO will continue to provide a collaborative platform for Members to address shared global challenges.

“I am deeply committed to working alongside the talented and dedicated staff of the WTO to build a more inclusive, equitable, and rules-based multilateral trading system that benefits all.”