14–17 September 2026

TESS at Geneva Trade Week/WTO Public Forum 2026

In 2026, Geneva Trade Week will take place from 14-17 September and the WTO Public Forum will take place from 15-17 September. This year, in addition to its regular programming, the WTO is partnering with the Geneva Trade Platform to host unique "Curated Conversations" (participation by invitation). TESS will be organizing and participating in a wide range of sessions and other events throughout the week.

Wednesday,16 September 2026

  • WTO Public Forum Event: The Green Services Economy – Powering the Future
    Logistics: WTO; Room S3; 14:15-15:15 CET; Open Meeting (WTO PF Registration Required)
    Organizer: United Kingdom
    Summary: TESS Executive Director Carolyn Deere Birkbeck will participate in this event, which will focus on how the green services economy can power the future of global trade while addressing climate change.