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WTO TBT Committee reviews emerging technology standards, adopts improved notification formats

Original: TBT Committee reviews emerging technology standards, adopts improved notification formats

The WTO TBT Committee met July 7-10, 2026, addressing standards for critical/emerging technologies, climate-resilient buildings, and lithium-ion batteries. The Committee adopted improvements to transparency procedures and digital notification tools. Members also reviewed 70 specific trade concerns.

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