The ministers' meeting of the WTO in Cancun, Mexico took place from 10-14 September 2003 and failed to reach an agreement.
The World Trade Organisation (WTO) promotes free trade for the gain of private interests, over and above our health and the environment. Greenpeace is opposed to the globalisation that is increasing corporate power, evidenced by the agenda of the WTO.
The Government's "independent" review of the science of GM, published today (Monday 21 July 2003), found that GM poses low risks to human health. However, the review raised doubts about the effects GM could have on the wider environment - particularly wildlife.
The report said GM has had "no verifiable untoward toxic or nutritionally deleterious effects" on human health. Greenpeace believes it is too soon to ascertain whether or not GM crops and foods are safe.
It's a case of once more unto the breach for the US administration. On 13th May, President Bush declared war on consumers by launching a trade war with Europe over GM foods.
A US spokesperson announced that they would, "file a World Trade Organisation (WTO) against the EU over its illegal five-year moratorium " on GM crops.
As the United States prepares to launch a trade war over European plans to label all GM food, a new MORI poll reveals that British consumers want European leaders like Tony Blair to stand up to George Bush and defend their right to know what they're eating.
The Rainbow Warrior has arrived in Doha, Qatar - to challenge the World Trade Organisation (WTO) at its 4th ministerial conference. The Greenpeace flagship has sailed for nearly two months to reach Qatar, carrying an international crew.
