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WTO Lifts Global Trade Outlook on AI Boom

Published Friday, October 9, 2026 · Updated October 9

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What We Know — Key Points

  • The WTO now expects global merchandise trade volumes to grow 3.9 per cent in 2026, up sharply from its March forecast of 1.9 per cent.

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  • Channel News Asia

    The article emphasizes that Asia is the primary driver of current global trade growth, largely due to its central role in the AI investment boom and the production of AI hardware.

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