The WTO Trade for Peace Podcast is a conversation with trade for peace champions; global policymakers, entrepreneurs and innovators committed to promoting trade as a key ingredient for lasting peace.
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Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Listen in to hear our host, Mr. Axel M. Addy, former Minister of Commerce and Industry and Chief Negotiator for WTO accession of Liberia, speak with two trade for peace champions making strides in Liberia’s tourism and energy sectors.
In this episode, Ms. Hesta Baker, National Tourism Consultant at the International Trade Centre, shares her views on the challenges prevalent in the tourism industry in Liberia as well as its many opportunities that can be harnessed through collaboration between the government, private sector, and development partners. Mr. Mahmud Johnson, Founder and CEO of J-Palm offers insights into the structural barriers facing entrepreneurs in fragile and conflict-affected countries and how business and trade can spark positive change in Liberia. Both guests provide a compelling perspective on the impact of WTO membership on economic growth and sustainable peace five years following Liberia’s accession to the WTO.
Guests:
- Ms. Hesta Baker, National Tourism Consultant, International Trade Centre
- Mr. Mahmud Johnson, Founder and CEO, J-Palm, Liberia
Host:
- Mr. Axel M. Addy, Former Minister of Commerce and Industry and Chief Negotiator of Liberia's accession to the WTO