Mother of two, lawyer, trade policy nerd, ocean advocate. Views my own.

Joined January 2014
So the #WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement phase 2 text didn’t make it over the line in July. But it is still crucial. Sebastian Mathew of @ICSF1 has been a source of practical, constructive advice on the negotiations for years. Here is his view: hindustantimes.com/opinion/w…
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This attached bottle top is a good example of things governments are doing to reduce plastic pollution on my holiday beach beyond. Want to know how governments can avoid trade frictions when they implement these good ideas? Here’s our how-to guide…
Is the multilateral trade system standing in the way of meaningful action on plastic pollution? As we head towards key plastics treaty negotiations at #INC5, @IISD_ELP explores trade concerns resulting from plastic pollution policies. Read: iisd.org/articles/insight/av…
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That’s a wrap! IISD’s #TradeHub2024 alongside #MC13 in Abu Dhabi was full of interesting conversations, great receptions and standing-room-only sessions. Thanks to our 30 partners, 1600 online and in-person participants and our supporters for joining us!
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Delighted to be at the #UNOC2022 in Lisbon. Even more delighted to be at the ocean. It’s been a while.
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I’ve been working to help WTO Members conclude an agreement on fisheries subsidies for 14 years. The politics of this have always been difficult: at MC12 they were excruciating. This agreement is a truly remarkable achievement. I’ll explain why, once I’ve had some sleep!
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