WTO's outgoing director-general will be hard to replace, US trade chief says
( May 14, 2020, 16:33 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Roberto Azevêdo will be "difficult to replace" at the World Trade Organization, US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said in response to news of the director-general's plans to step down before his term expires in September. "Despite the many shortcomings of the WTO, Roberto has led the institution with grace and a steady hand," Lighthizer said.Statement follows below:...
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