Inside Story - Subsidy deadlock threatens trade negotiations
Representatives from more than 30 countries have met in Geneva in an attempt to conclude talks that began seven years ago.
The Doha round of talks, as they are known, are organised by the World Trade Organisation. They are aimed at reducing trade barriers and aiding developing countries to promote free trade.
Since negotiations began in 2001 the countries have met repeatedly but have been unable to find a compromise to their differing demands.
The main sticking points surround the demand by developing nations for the richer ones to receive lower agricultural subsidies.
Industrialised nations are asking for countries with emerging markets to reduce import duties.
So, just who is to blame and can the Doha round be saved?
Inside Story
, with presenter Hashem Ahelbarra, discusses.
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This episode of
Inside Story
aired on Monday, July 21, 2008.
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