Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed for Second Term as WTO Chief
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed for Second Term as WTO Chief
The General Council of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has unanimously approved the reappointment of Ngozi Okonjo-IwealaNgozi Okonjo-Iweala as Director-General for a second four-year term.
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala was unanimously reappointed as Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second four-year term.
When she took office on March 1, 2021, she made history as the first woman and African to lead the WTO.
Her reappointment reflects widespread support for her efforts to strengthen the WTO’s role and capacity.
The General Council of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has unanimously approved Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s reappointment as Director-General for a second four-year term commencing on September 1, 2025.
The reappointment process, initiated on 8 October 2024, was overseen by Ambassador Petter Ølberg of Norway, Chair of the General Council. With no additional nominations submitted by the 8 November deadline, Okonjo-Iweala stood as the sole candidate.
During a special General Council meeting on 28-29 November 2024, Okonjo-Iweala outlined her forward-looking vision for the WTO. Following her presentation and a Q&A session with members, the Council formally endorsed her reappointment by consensus of local leaders.
