RESTRICTED  WORLD TRADE  
ORGANIZATION  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
1 November 2007 
 (07-4762) 
Committee on Budget, Finance and Administration  
  
 
     
 
  
2008-2009 
 
 
BUDGET ESTIMATES 
  
 
  
Proposals by the Director-General  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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CONTENTS 
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FOREWORD BY THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL..........................................................................................4  
PART I  
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................... .....................6  
BUDGETING PRACTICES, POLICIES, EFFICIENCY AND ECONOMY MEASURES.................7  
WORKLOAD INDICATORS ............................................................................................................ ........9  
BUDGET OV ERVIEW ................................................................................................................ .............12 
2008  
2008 PROPOSED BUDGET  -  WTO SECRETARIAT ........................................................................13  
2008 PROPOSED BUDGET - APPELLATE BODY AND ITS SECRETARIAT...............................18 
2009  
2009 PROPOSED BUDGET – WTO SECRETARIAT..........................................................................19  
2009 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR APPELLATE BODY AND ITS SECRETARIAT........................23 
SUMMARY TABLES  
2008 CONSOLIDATED BUDGET FOR WTO AND APPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT..........26  
2008 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR WTO SECRETARIAT ...................................................................27  
2008 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR A PPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT.........................................28  
2009 CONSOLIDATED BUDGET FOR WTO AND APPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT..........29  
2009 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR WTO SECRETARIAT ...................................................................30  
2009 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR A PPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT.........................................31  
TABLE OF 2007 REGULAR STAFF POSITIONS .....................................................................................32  
ORGANIZATIONAL EVOL UTION SINCE 1995 ......................................................................................33  
PART II  
INCOME ESTIMATES  FOR 2008-2009................................................................................................. 34 
ANNEX A – DRAFT SCALE OF  CONTRIBUTIONS 2008 .................................................................35  
DETAILED BUDGET ESTI MATES 2008- 2009.....................................................................................39  
PART III  
CONSOLIDATED PERFORMANCE AGAI NST BUDGET 31 AUGUST 2007.................................71  
WTO PERFORMANCE AGAINST BUDGET 31 AUG UST 2007 .......................................................72  
APPELLATE BODY PERFORMANCE AGAI NST BUDGET 31 AU GUST 2007.............................73  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  FOREWORD BY THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL 
2008-2009 BUDGET PROPOSAL 
 
  By their very nature, budget proposals focus on a fi nite period of time.  The reality is that the 
work of the WTO, like that of all organizations , is a continuum broken into budgetary periods to 
facilitate the management of fina ncial resources in the context of identified needs and stakeholders' 
limits and expectations.  To understand where we pl an to go in the up-coming biennium, it is first 
necessary to take stock of progress in the current biennium.   When the proposals for 2006 – 2007 were presente d, Members as well as the Secretariat had 
certain expectations of where we would be at the e nd of the biennium.  The reality of today indicates 
that while the crucial core responsibilities of the Or ganization continue to be met, the challenge of 
crossing the finishing line in the current negotiations is  still with us, and that ch allenge is thrown into 
even sharper relief as we reach the finishing stretch   The responsibilities with which the WTO Secretar iat has to deal can be separated into two 
parts: on the one hand, servicing the on-going negotia tions and, on the other hand, running the crucial 
day-to-day operational areas of our work, such  as Dispute Settlement, Trade Policy Reviews, 
Regional Trade Agreements, Training and Technical Assistance and Notifications in many of our 
WTO Committees and Bodies to name but a few.  These latter areas tend to be overshadowed at times by the negotiations, but they form the essence of wh at the WTO is to its Members and to the outside 
world.  It is my firm conviction that the Secretar iat has delivered in (i) facilitating the negotiations, on 
both a substantial and organizational plane, and ( ii) fulfilling its responsibilities in all other crucial 
areas.  I trust that Members share my own personal assessment that the overall cost-benefit analysis of 
the work of the WTO Secretariat continues to be a positive one. 
  My proposals therefore reflect where we are today, the tasks which have begun in the 2006 – 
2007 biennium and which will continue in the next  biennium, and the resources required to fulfil 
Members' needs and expectations. 
  In the next biennium, I intend to pursue my objective of making adjustments to the structure of the Secretariat in order to make more effective use of the human resources at our disposal.  There are certain areas where progress has already been made , such as the development of an administrative 
and personnel manual, which is nearing completion, a nd the recruitment of a Head of Internal Audit, 
which was approved in the budget fo r 2007.  In other areas  work is progressing well, such as the 
review of the post grading structure, activity  based budgeting, adjustments to the performance 
evaluation system, and strengthening career development and training.   The proposals which I am putting forward are, in my opinion, once again modest in the light 
of the overall and wide-ranging responsibilities of the WTO.  In terms of annual budgets, my 
proposals call for a increase of 1.92 per cent for 2008 and 2.95 per cent for 2009.   In terms of biennia, 
the current proposals reflect an increase of 5.44 per cent over the 2006-2007 biennium, which is 4.6 percentage points less than the averag e increase for the previous six biennia. 
 
 Priority areas in the proposals concern essentially  four areas:  dispute settlement, for which 
two additional posts are required to deal with ca ses which are increasingly complex;  informatics, 
where the up-grading to a new platform over the next two years will provide the WTO with the basic informatics infrastructure to handle expanding requirements well into the next decade;  training and staff development so that the Secretariat will co ntinue to provide, and improve upon, a truly 
professional service to Members;  and, last but not least, security to ensure a safe and secure working 
environment for Members and for the Secretariat.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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   The next biennium will in all likelihood see an expanding WTO membership and even greater challenges in all areas of the Organization's responsibilities, combined with the continuing 
requirement to provide quality service to Members.   The budget proposals reflect the resources 
required to meet  these challenges and bring the WTO smoothly and efficiently to the start of the next 
decade.    I should simply add that, depending upon the possible impact of the current Doha Round 
negotiations on the functioning of the WTO and the work  of the Secretariat, I may be obliged to come 
back to Members in the context of the mid- term review to reassess resource implications. 
    Pascal Lamy   Director-General WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  PART I
 
 
 
INTRODUCTION 
 
 1. The Director-General hereby submits his budget estimates for the expenses and income of the 
World Trade Organization (WTO) for the years 2008-2009. 
Proposed Budgets for 2008-2009
 
2. In comparison with the approved budgets  for 2006 - 2007 (CHF 357 million), the 
consolidated budget estimates for the WTO Secretariat and the Appellate Body and its Secretariat for 
the biennium 2006-2007 amount to CHF 376 million.  This figure represents an overall increase for 
the next biennium of CHF 19 million, or 5.44 per cen t.  Information on the following pages relates to 
budgetary practices, efficiency measures and workload indicators. 
 
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BUDGETING PRACTICES, POLICIES, EFFICIENCY AND ECONOMY MEASURES 
 
 3. WTO budget proposals are established using a zero-based budgeting technique i.e. all 
organizational functions and needs are reviewed co mprehensively and all anticipated expenditures for 
the forthcoming exercise are evaluated on their own merits. 
4. In addition, the following measures with regard  to efficiency and cost savings have been 
undertaken by the WTO. 
5. Banking
:  In view of the fact that the WTO has implemented electronic banking as the 
established practice for settling bills and pa yroll, bank charges have been reduced. 
6. Documentation :  The Secretariat regularly verifies the mailing lists from missions and other 
bodies.  Recipients are encouraged to use electr onic means as much as possible.  The ratio of 
documents mailed to those produced  (number of documents divided by number of addresses) has 
continuously decreased over the last years and is  currently at 0.53.  Unique among international 
organizations, the WTO provides Members with the choice regarding the series and number of 
documents received, which results in savings in documentation reproduction and mailing costs.  In 
addition, due to high-speed photocopiers, documents are produced on demand reducing the number of copies held as stocks which may eventually not be used. 
7. Inflation
:  All non-salary elements, with the excepti on of items affected by increases in 
energy costs, are valued at 2007 prices.  The anticip ated increase in general prices of 1 - 2 per cent for 
2008 and 2009 is to be absorbed. 
8. Lighting :  Over the past years, the Secretariat has changed all lighting in the building to low 
energy lighting.  
9. Mailing costs :  Preferential rates have been negotiate d with the Swiss Post Office and with 
various air courier services, leading to cost savings  for certain destinations by as much as some 50 to 
60 per cent compared to public prices for air and cour ier postage respectively.  In addition, special 
customs clearance arrangements have been negotia ted for freight with certain couriers, thereby 
reducing delivery time at no extra-cost. 
10. Office Space :  The availability of office space has beco me a major problem as the numbers of 
staff as well as interns have increased.  In 2005 the Secretariat instituted a new policy whereby staff 
up to grade 8 (middle professional grade) are obliged  to share offices.  
11. On-line purchases :  Stationery is now purchased on-line, and divisional requests are collated 
by the supplier and delivered as and when needed.  Stock levels are reduced to a minimum and the 
prices offered are in most cases equal. 
12. Outsourcing of translation :  On the translation side, the WTO has sought to meet the 
increased demand in a cost-efficient way, through more sophisticated equipment and new computer 
application, and also by expanding its various ty pes of translation resources:  temporary in-house 
translators, outsourced translators on a special contract arrangement and external contractual translators.  Savings have been estimated to some  40 to 50 per cent in comparison with costs for a 
regular staff position for a translator or short-term translator coming to Geneva. 
13. Printing
:  The secretariat is engaging more and more  in the in-house printing of documents 
and other publications, making fuller use of the ca pital investment made in the reproduction unit and 
eliminating the element of profit included in quot es provided by printing firms.  Furthermore, all 
official documents are printed on both sides of the page and thereby significantly reducing printing paper. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  14. Printing methods
:  The transfer of text and images from computer to offset plates is currently 
being performed by a chemical process.  These ch emicals are expensive and not very ecologically 
friendly.  Manufacturers have recently developed new machines allowing to replace this chemical 
process by a thermal system.  These machines are no t only more environmentally friendly, but also 
able to perform identical jobs at a lower cost.  As  soon as the question of the new building is resolved, 
it is planned to replace the old machines by these more modern and efficient equipment. 
15. Telephone :  The WTO telephone policy has been rationalized with the restriction of access to 
certain zones and prohibition of access to others.  In addition, the introduction of cell-phones with e-
mail capabilities will encourage staff to use the e-mail service rather  than make a telephone call.  
Savings are anticipated as the price of text me ssages is significantly lower than that of voice 
messages. 
16. Temporary Assistance :  Subsequent to the consolidation of  temporary assistance positions in 
2006, temporary assistance for support divisions has been strictly limited and used to replace only 
those staff whose duties must be maintained.  
17. Tenders :  In accordance with Chapter X, Procurement,  of the Financial Rules of the WTO, all 
contracts for the purchase of goods and services in the WTO for a value of CHF 50,000 or more are 
subject to a process of competitive tenders.  This  process encourages price competition and ensures 
that the Organization benefits from the lowest possible prices. 
18. Travel Agency Implant:  The WTO has negotiated a contract whereby receipts of fees and 
commissions which exceed th e agency's budget are returned to the WTO.  In addition, in order to 
assure an efficient organization, an d to keep the agency's budget in line with the workload, quarterly 
reviews of the situation are held with the Account Ma nager in order to be able to adapt agency staff 
levels to the needs. 
19. Vehicles :  The secretariat decided to enter into leasing arrangement for one vehicle of the 
official car park in 2007 and is intending to l ease one more car in 2008 and another one in 2009, 
thereby reducing annual costs compared to the current practice of purchasing. 
20. Website :  As the WTO website becomes even mo re operational for document downloads, 
consulting vacancies and for applying for posts (e-recruitment will go live at the end of 2007),  
document distribution and mail costs as well as advertising charges are being reduced.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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WORKLOAD INDICATORS 
 
 
21. The graphs on the following pages indicate the e volution of workload in several key areas of 
WTO activity financed under the regular budget.  All areas covered by the workload indicators show 
an increase of activity from 2006, with the Disput e Settlement area showing an increase of 94.5 per 
cent.  The only indicator which decreases is the on e relating to the hiring of freelance interpreters, 
which suggests that there has been an increase in informal meetings  where interpretation is not as a 
rule provided. 
I. Translation and Documentation
 
Translation and Documentation:  Number of words in original language for translation 
 
02,000,0004,000,0006,000,0008,000,00010,000,00012,000,00014,000,00016,000,00018,000,00020,000,000
Number of words  8,556,290  9,450,967  14,170,492 14,992,274 14,456,91 2 16,319,75 2 17,687,131 17,943,496 17,766,704  16,402,915  17,389,663 
% change 10.5% 49.9% 5.8% (3.6%) 12.9% 8.4% 1.4% (1.0%) (7.7%) 6.0%1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007(January-August)
 
 
 
 
 
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  II. Meetings
 
Meetings** (January–August) 
** Formal, informal and private 
01,0002,0003,0004,0005,000
Me e ti ng s 1,340 1,710 1,701 2,186 2,402 2,966 2,941 4,207 3,653 4,589 4,677  4,701 
% change 17.6% 27.6% (0.5%) 28.5% 9.9% 23.5% (0.8%) 43.0% (13.2%) 25.6% 1.9% 0.5%1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
 
 
 
Meetings:  Days of freelance interpreters (J anuary–August) 
 
05001,0001,5002,0002,500
Number of days of freelance interpreters  725  806  1,017  1,353  1,157  1,812  2,047  2,268  1,758  2,157  2,232  1,661 
% change 18.1% 11.2% 26.2% 33.0% (14.5%) 56.6% 13. 0% 10.8% (22.5%) 22.7% 3.5% (25.6%)1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
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III. Dispute Settlements Panels
 
 
Dispute Settlement Panels:  Expenditure 
 
0200,000400,000600,000800,0001,000,0001,200,0001,400,000
CHF 292,700 475,800 880,800 1,195,300 972,662 910,325 1,169,586 987,522 1,275,147 1,154,960 655,592 1,275,28 0
% change 62.6% 85.1% 35.7% (18.6%) (6.4%) 28.5% (15.6%) 29.1% (9.4%) (43.2%) 94.5%1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007*
 
* Extrapolated from actual expend iture on 31/08/2007 to 31/12/2007. 
 
 
Dispute Settlement Panels:  Average Expenditure per Month  
 
020,00040,00060,00080,000100,000120,000
CHF 24,392 39,650 73,400 99,600 81,055 75,860 99,429 82,294 106,262 96,247  54,633  106,273 
% change 62.6% 85.1% 35.7% (18.6%) (6.4%) 31.0% (17.2%) 29.1% (9.4%) (43.2%) 94.5%1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 20062007 
Estimated *
 
* Extrapolated from actual expend iture on 31/08/2007 to 31/12/2007. 
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  BUDGET OVERVIEW 
  
22. The presentation of the budget proposals for the biennium 2008-2009 respects the biennial 
approach to budgets in the WTO as outlined in Financ ial Regulation 5 to the effect that the biennium 
"shall consist of two consecu tive financial periods covering each year of the biennium."
1  Therefore, 
the proposals for 2008 and for 2009 are clearly identifiable separately.   
23. The proposals reflect needs based on the actual le vel of activity in the WTO and assume that 
this level will be maintained over the period of the next biennium.2  Increases for general inflation 
have been absorbed.  The proposals segregate in creases relating to approved procedures, such as 
revision to salary scales, from increases in staff and other increases and decreases. 
24. The above-mentioned adjustments, increases/decr eases and the staged implementation of new 
initiatives lead to overall increases of 1.92 per cen t and 2.95 per cent for the years 2008 and 2009 
respectively. 
 
Budget 2007 – 2009  
Consolidated WTO Secretariat and Appellate Body and its Secretariat  
(CHF) 
 
Secretariat 2007  
Budget 2008  
Budget 2009  
Budget 
WTO 176,865,250 180,943,300 185,342,500  
Appellate Body 5,111,200 4,527,500 5,590,900  
Grand Total 181,976,450 185,470,800 190,933,400  
% Inc/Dec  1.92% 2.95% 
 
 
   
                                                     
 
1 WT/L/156/Rev.2. 
 
2  In the light of on-going discu ssions with regard to the question of office space for the WTO, it has 
been assumed that the configuration for the next bienni um will remain the CWR as  well as an annexe.  The 
proposals recognize the likelihood that the annexe to be used for the next two years will be larger than the 
current one at the rue Rothschild, but that additional costs will be contained to removal expenses, minor IT 
adaptations, and security.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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2008 PROPOSED BUDGET  -  WTO SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss Francs) 
 Part Section Budget 
2007 Statutory 
2008 Staff  
2008 Other 
2008 Budget  
2008 Inc/Dec 
2008 
A Sect  1 Work Years 115,893,500 (1,484,100) 495,600 210,800  115,115,800 (777,700)
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 13,749,800 - 1,107,600 40,000  14,897,400 1,147,600 
B Sect  3 Communications 2,033,000 - - (151,000) 1,882,000 (151,000)
  Sect  4 Building Facilities 3,663,000 - - 74,000  3,737,000 74,000 
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 2,320,100 - 10,000 62,100  2,392,200 72,100 
  Sect  6 Expendable 1,165,500 - - 141,500  1,307,000 141,500 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services 7,114,200 - - 1,399,500  8,513,700 1,399,500 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads 3,559,500 - - 1,015,000  4,574,500 1,015,000 
  Sect  9 Missions 2,799,000 - - 103,000  2,902,000 103,000 
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses 3,541,000 - - 282,600  3,823,600 282,600 
  Sect 11 Various 4,160,700 - - 341,300  4,502,000 341,300 
  Sect 12 Unforeseen 100,000 - - -  100,000 - 
D Sect 13 ITC 16,765,950 - - 430,150  17,196,100 430,150 
 Grand Total 176,865,250 (1,484,100) 1,613,200 3,948,950  180,943,300 4,078,050 
 Inc/Dec %  (0.84%) 0.91% 2.23% 2.31%  
 
25. The above table indicates the evolution of the proposed 2008 budget from the approved 2007 
budget, with changes indicated under columns relating to statutory adjustments, staff resources and other increases/decreases.    
Inflation – CHF 0
   
 
26. Expenditure is primarily incurred in Switzerland where inflation is estimated at some 1 per 
cent for 2008 and can be absorbed as an economy me asure.  However, under official mission travel, 
an increase related to fuel surcharges has been included under the overall increase. 
Statutory increases  - (CHF 1,484,100)  
 
27. Increases identified under this heading include (i) an anticipated adjustment of 2 per cent to 
the WTO salary scales in accordan ce to the established methodology3,  and (ii) a provision for a 5 per 
cent increase in medical insurance premiums.  The se statutory increases have been offset by: i) the 
over-estimation of the adjustment in salaries and me dical premiums which had been foreseen in 2007;  
ii) an adjustment to the WTO staff profile where da ta for the entire regular staff are re-evaluated so 
that the proposed appropriation reflects correct grad e and current entitlements;  iii) an increase in the 
vacancy factor reflecting the time lag from the a nnouncement of the vacancy notice for a post and the 
actual recruitment, and iv) a change in the budgetin g practices in evaluating vacant posts, calculated at 
the actual grade rather than the sta ndard cost.  These four elements c ontribute to the statutory decrease 
presented. 
28. For a detailed analysis of all elements that ha ve been taken into account in deriving the WTO 
Standard Costs for 2008 and 2009, refer to 'Evol ution of Overall Staff Costs', page 34-36.  
Staff Resources  – CHF 1,613,200  
 
29. The Director-General proposes that two new posts  be created in order to deal with the 
increase in dispute settlement activity and complexity  in the WTO (see workload indicators, page 9). 
                                                      
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  Furthermore, it is proposed to increase the allo cation for Section 2 - Temporary Assistance by 
CHF 1,147,600 to be used primarily for specialists on a short-term basis in areas such as the 
introduction of International Public Sector A ccounting Standards (IPSAS), the upgrading of the 
informatics platform, building and infrastructure-related experts, and security
4, where specialised 
knowledge is required for a specific and limited period.  The provision also includes an amount under Section 5 – Permanent Equipment that reflects anticip ated expenditure for standard office furniture. 
 
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED STAFF INCREASES 2008 
 Part Line Item Section 1 
Work 
Years Section 2 
Temporary 
Assistance Section 5 
Permanent 
Equipment Grand 
Total 
A (a)Salary (a)Salary 270,800     270,800 
  (a)Temporary Assistance (a)Support   10,000   10,000 
    (b)Translators     0 
    (c)Interpreters   50,000  50,000 
    (d)Consultants   673,300  673,300 
    (e)IT Consultants   324,300  324,300 
    (f)Replacements     0 
    (g)Internships   50,000  50,000 
    (h)Overtime     0 
  (b)Pension   54,600     54,600 
  (c)Common Staff Costs   170,200     170,200 
  (d)Restructuring Plan        0 
B (a)Permanent Equipment       10,000  10,000 
 Total   495,600 1,107,600 10,000  1,613,200 
 
 
 
 
                                                      
4 Includes CHF 300,000 for consultants und er the Security Enhancement Project.   WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Other increases /decreases  –  CHF 3,948,950
 
 
30. Proposed changes which are not related to statut ory adjustments or additional staff are shown 
in the following table. 
 
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED OTHER INCREASE/DECREASES 2008 
 Part Section Security 
Enhancement 
Project HR 
Reform 
Project Public 
Forum IT Other Total 
A Sect  1 Work Years         210,800  210,800 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance      40,000  40,000 
B Sect  3 Communications         (151,000) (151,000)
  Sect  4 Building Facilities 100,000       (26,000) 74,000 
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 171,500     (277,900) 168,500  62,100 
  Sect  6 Expendable 187,000   20,000 (15,500) (50,000) 141,500 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services 555,000   22,000 792,500  30,000  1,399,500 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads   825,000     190,000  1,015,000 
  Sect  9 Missions         103,000  103,000 
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses     103,000   179,600  282,600 
  Sect 11 Various    15,000   326,300  341,300 
  Sect 12 Unforeseen          -
D Sect 13 ITC         430,150  430,150 
 Total 1,013,500 825,000 160,000 499,100  1,451,350  3,948,950 
 
 
a) Security Enhancement Project – CHF 1,013,500:   The Committee on Budget, Finance and 
Administration (CBFA) has been regularly updated on the Enhanced Security Project since 2004.  The proposed increases entail th e following: Section 4 – Building Facilities 
pertains to infrastructure work at the entr ances to the Centre William Rappard (CWR);  
Section 5 – Permanent Equipment for the pur chase of equipment such as an ionscan 
(particle scanner), backsca tter (vehicle explosive det ection system) and additional 
cameras: Section 6 – Expendable Supplies pertains to the replacement of the current identification badges with intelligent cards a nd Section 7 – Contractual Services where it 
is proposed that the contract for security guar ds be increased in order to:  i) cover the 
replacement of staff on training (CHF 300,000) ;  ii) CHF 20,000 to cover the indexation of 
the outsourced contract and, (iii) six month security coverage at a new annex (CHF 235,000).  The overall budget for security is summarised below:  
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  SUMMARY OF OVERA LL SECURITY BUDGET 
 
 
 
 b) Human Resources Reform Project – CHF 825,000
:  The initial proposals for this project 
are contained in the 2006/2007 budget proposals, when it was proposed to stage the implementation of the human resources reform project over several years.  For 2008, an 
additional amount of CHF 825,000 is propo sed, bringing the total allocation to 
CHF 1,850,000.  The proposed training and staff development budget for the biennium 
2008-2009 represents approximately 1.5 per cent of the annual salary budget and is 
considered essential in view of the additiona l demands that will be placed on staff and 
managers regarding performance management  skills, career development and succession 
planning.  
 
SUMMARY OF WTO TRAINING BUDGET  
 
Section Budget 
2007  Budget 
2008  Inc/Dec 
2008 
Sect  8 Staff Overheads 1,025,000 1,850,000 825,000  
% Inc/Dec    80.5% 
 
 
c) Public Forum – CHF 160,000:   In the aftermath of the WTO Ministerial Conference in 
Seattle in 1999, the public debate on the WTO and the multilateral trading system pointed 
to the need to stimulate a transparent and mo re balanced public deba te.  Since its inception 
in 2001, the WTO Public Forum is now recognized as the most relevant international platform for in-depth dialogue and reflecti ons on past, present and future developments 
and ideas that determine the shape and direc tion of the trading system.  It is WTO's 
biggest and most important outreach event,  each year attracting more than 1,000 
participants from around the world, re presenting WTO Members and Observers, 
parliamentarians, non-governmental organi zations, academics, media and the business 
community.  Despite its success and the grow ing interest and expectations among all 
stakeholders of the multilateral trading system to  participate, the organization of the Public 
Forum has so far only been possible with ad hoc  financial support and contributions from 
certain WTO Members.  There is no guarantee that this voluntary support will continue to 
be available to the WTO Secretariat in the future, which would imply the end of a very 
successful international outreach event.  To  ensure continuity and preserve the high 
quality and global nature of th is annual and core outreach activity, predictable and secure 
funding is required.  
 Section Budget 
2007 Budget 
2008  Inc/Dec 
2008 
Sect  4 Building Facilities 155,000 255,000 100,000  
Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 151,500 323,000 171,500  
Sect  6 Expendable 25,000 212,000 187,000  
Sect  7 Contractual Services 2,880,000 3,435,000 555,000  
Sect 11 Various 330,000 330,000 - 
Sub-total 3,541,500 4,555,000 1,013,500 
Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 60,000 360,000 300,000  
 Total 3,601,500 4,915,000 1,313,500  
% Inc/Dec    36.47%  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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SUMMARY OF OVERALL PUBLIC FORUM BUDGET  
 
Section Budget 
2007  Budget 
2008  
Sect  6 Expendable - 20,000  
Sect  7 Contractual Services - 22,000  
Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses - 103,000  
Sect 11 Various - 15,000  
Sub-total - 160,000 
Sect  2 Temporary Assistance - 60,000  
 Total - 220,000  
 
 
d) Informatics:  CHF 499,100:   The increase in the allocation for Informatics relates 
primarily to the migration to a new IT platfo rm for the WTO, which is a project to be 
implemented over two years.  Furthermore, it contains various other projects related to 
virtually all aspects of WTO activities as well as software licences and maintenance costs.  
 
SUMMARY OF OVERALL  INFORMATICS BUDGET 
 
Section Budget  
2007  Budget 
2008  Inc/Dec  
2008 
Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 1,148,100 870,200 (277,900) 
Sect  6 Expendable 210,500 195,000 (15,500) 
Sect  7 Contractual Services 2,577,200 3,369,700 792,500  
Sub-total 3,935,800 4,434,900 499,100 
Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 1,455,200 1,779,500 324,300  
Total 5,391,000 6,214,400 823,400 
% Inc/Dec   15.27% 
 
 e) Other - CHF 1,451,350
:  This amount refers to all increases or decreases other than those 
associated with the areas mentioned above.  Th e proposed increase primarily includes the 
following: Section 1 – Works Years (CHF 210,800) provides for the regrading for five per 
cent of the Secretariat's regular posts, which would bring the number from 25 to 31 for 
2008.  Section 8 – Staff Overheads (CHF 190,000): to reflect the costs associated with the introduction of a new security insurance service ag reement to assist and repatriate staff on 
mission when trouble erupts in difficult and insecure areas of the world;  Section 9 – 
Missions (CHF 103,000) to meet current demands and trends in increased fuel surcharges;  
Section 10 – Trade Policy Courses (CHF 179,600) pe rtains to the increase in the cost for 
the participants' lodging as well as a new follow-up course on Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Measures Course;  Section 11 – Vari ous (CHF 326,300) primarily concerns the 
required appropriation with respect to the ne w manner in which the cost associated with 
the sale of publications is managed by the WTO and Section 13  ITC:  The ITC budget proposals are presented in document ITC(BUD)56 and considered separately from those 
for the WTO.  
31. The increases and decreases are further analy zed in the line-by-line presentation of the budget 
proposals for the biennium commencing on page 41. 
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  2008 PROPOSED BUDGET - APPELLATE BODY AND ITS SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss Francs) 
 Part Section Budget 
2007 Statutory 
2008 Staff 
2008 Other 
2008 Budget 
2008  Inc/Dec 
2008 
A Sect  1 Work Years 2,799,000 3,000 - - 2,802,000 3,000
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 65,600 - - - 65,600 -
B Sect  3 Communications 6,500 - - - 6,500 -
  Sect  4 Building Facilities 18,000 - - 50,000 68,000 50,000
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 39,000 - - (3,400) 35,600 (3,400)
  Sect  6 Expendable 20,000 - - - 20,000 -
  Sect  7 Contractual Services 15,000 - - 9,000 24,000 9,000
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads 39,000 - - - 39,000 -
  Sect  9 Missions 10,000 - - 27,000 37,000 27,000
  Sect 11 Various 2,099,100 - - (669,300) 1,429,800 (669,300)
 Grand Total 5,111,200 3,000 - (586,700) 4,527,500 (583,700)
  Inc/Dec %  0.06% 0% (11.48%) (11.42%)  
 
 
Inflation – CHF 0  :  There is no provision for inflation.  
 Statutory increases - CHF 3,000
 
 
32. The WTO standard cost has been applied to est imate the salary costs of the Appellate Body 
Secretariat.  For details on the WTO standard  costs, please refer to the table on page 39. 
Other increase /decreases – CHF (586,700)  
 33. The net decrease of CHF 586,700 includes the am ount necessary to replenish the Appellate 
Body Operating Fund in view of the balance in the Fund anticipated for the end of  2007 and is offset 
by proposed increases in allocations for missions and building facilities to renew the area of the CWR 
occupied by the Appellate Body Secretariat.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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2009 PROPOSED BUDGET – WTO SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss Francs) 
 Part Section Budget 
2008 Statutory 
2009 Staff 
2009 Other 
2009 Budget 
2009 Inc/Dec 
2009 
A Sect  1 Work Years 115,115,800 4,829,000 (61,000) 217,000  120,100,800 4,985,000 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 14,897,400 - (569,900) -  14,327,500 (569,900)
B Sect  3 Communications 1,882,000 - - (77,000) 1,805,000 (77,000)
  Sect  4 Building Facilities 3,737,000 - - (613,000) 3,124,000 (613,000)
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 2,392,200 - (10,000) (209,200) 2,173,000 (219,200)
  Sect  6 Expendable 1,307,000 - - (22,000) 1,285,000 (22,000)
  Sect  7 Contractual Services 8,513,700 - - 711,300  9,225,000 711,300 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads 4,574,500 - - 120,000  4,694,500 120,000 
  Sect  9 Missions 2,902,000 - - - 2,902,000 - 
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses 3,823,600 - - - 3,823,600 -
  Sect 11 Various 4,502,000 - - (50,000) 4,452,000 (50,000)
  Sect 12 Unforeseen 100,000 - - - 100,000 -
D Sect 13 ITC 17,196,100 - - 134,000  17,330,100 134,000 
 Grand Total 180,943,300 4,829,000 (640,900) 211,100  185,342,500 4,399,200 
 Inc/Dec %  2.67% (0.35%) 0.12% 2.43%  
 
 Statutory increases - CHF 4,829,000
 
 
34. The increases proposed under this category incl ude an anticipated adjustment to the WTO 
salary scales of 2 per cent under the existing salary methodology and the medical insurance 
premiums, where provision has been made for a 5 pe r cent increase in premiums (for details refer to 
paragraphs 45 and 46). 
35. The vacancy factor, increased in 2008 to ten posts, has been maintained in 2009. 
36. For more details on the evolution of staff entitle ments and the WTO standard costs, refer to 
the tables on pages 39 and  40  (Evolution of Overall Staff Costs). WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Staff Decrease – (CHF 640,900
) 
37. Under Section 1 – Work Years, the reduction of CHF 61,000 represents the recruitment costs 
of the two new posts proposed in 2008.  Like wise, the reduction under Section 5 - Permanent 
Equipment of CHF 10,000 represents the office equipment for these posts.  Divisional requests for temporary assistance in 2009 have been estimated at less than the proposals for 2008, particularly in 
the area of consultants.   
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED STAFF DECREASES 2009 
 
Part Line Item Sect. 1 
Work 
Years Sect. 2 
Temporary 
Assistance Sect. 5 
Permanent 
Equipment 2009 
Grand 
Total 
A (a)Salary (a)Salary      -
  (a)Temporary Assistance (a)Support   (170,400)   (170,400)
    (b)Translators     - 
    (c)Interpreters     -
    (d)Consultants   (640,000)  (640,000)
    (e)IT Consultants   240,500  240,500 
    (f)Replacements     - 
    (g)Internships     - 
    (h)Overtime     - 
  (b)Pension        -
  (c)Common Staff Costs  (61,000)     (61,000)
  (d)Restructuring Plan        - 
B (a)Permanent Equipment       (10,000) (10,000)
 Total   (61,000) (569,900) (10,000) (640,900)
 
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  Other increases /decreases – CHF 211,100
 
 
Part Section Security 
Enhancement 
Project HR 
Reform 
Project Public 
Forum IT Other 2009 
Grand 
Total 
A Sect  1 Work Years         217,000  217,000 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance         - 
B Sect  3 Communications         (77,000) (77,000)
  Sect  4 Building Facilities (175,000)       (438,000) (613,000)
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment (283,000)     (196,200) 270,000  (209,200)
  Sect  6 Expendable (47,000)    25,000    (22,000)
  Sect  7 Contractual Services 335,000    376,300    711,300 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads        120,000  120,000 
  Sect  9 Missions          - 
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses          - 
  Sect 11 Various       (50,000)  (50,000) 
  Sect 12 Unforeseen           - 
D Sect 13 ITC         134,000  134,000 
 Total (170,000) - - 205,100  176,000  211,100 
 
a) Security Enhancement Project – (CHF 170,000) :  Decreases are proposed under all 
sections of the security enhancement project, other than temporary assistance and the outsourced security contract.  With respect to temporary assistance, the amount of 
CHF 300,000 for security consultants proposed in  2008 is reflected under 'Staff Decreases 
(paragraph 37).  Section 7 includes the amount needed for the new annex to cover a full 
year's security service.    
 
SUMMARY OF SECURITY ENHANCEMENT PROJECT BUDGET  
 
Section Budget 
2008 Budget  
2009 Inc/Dec 
2009 
Sect  4 Building Facilities 255,000 80,000 (175,000) 
Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 323,000 40,000 (283,000) 
Sect  6 Expendable 212,000 165,000 (47,000) 
Sect  7 Contractual Services 3,435,000 3,770,000 335,000  
Sect 11 Various 330,000 330,000 -  
Sub-total 4,555,000 4,385,000 (170,000) 
Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 360,000 60,000 (300,000) 
Total 4,915,000 4,445,000 (470,000) 
% Inc/Dec    (9.56%) 
 
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  b)  Informatics – CHF 205,100:
  As mentioned under 'Informatics increases' in 2008, this 
allocation primarily pertains to the migration project which introduced a new IT platform 
in the WTO starting 2008.  
 
SUMMARY OF INFORMATICS BUDGET 
 
Section Budget  
2008  Budget  
2009 Inc/Dec 
2009 
Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 870,200 674,000 (196,200) 
Sect  6 Expendable 195,000 220,000 25,000  
Sect  7 Contractual Services 3,369,700 3,746,000 376,300  
Sub-total 4,434,900 4,640,000 205,100 
Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 1,779,500 2,020,000 240,500  
Total 6,214,400 6,660,000 445,600  
% Inc/Dec   7.17% 
 
c)  Other – CHF 176,000 :  The primary increases are as follows: Under Section 1 – Work 
Years the provision of CHF 217,000 concerns the 2009 regradings based on 5 per cent of 
the regular posts.  Section 5 – Permanent Equipment, where the net increase of CHF 270,000 includes the financing of the ne w miscellaneous interpretation equipment. 
The existing installations are rapidly reaching th e end of their useful life, evidenced by the 
frequency of the repair calls.  Provisional estim ates suggest, that a sum of  CHF 3,000,000 
would be required to replace this equipment.  The preliminary study is planned for 2008.  
It is proposed to finance the permanent equipment of this project by way of a five-year lease representing an annual repayment of a pproximately CHF 650,000.  And Section 13- 
ITC where provision is made of CHF 134,000 with respect to the new ITC biennium 
budget (Document ITC/BUD/56).  These increases ha ve been offset by decreases in other 
sections to a net overall increase under this category of CHF 176,000. 
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2009 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR APPELLA TE BODY AND ITS SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss Francs) 
 
Part Section Budget 
2008 Statutory 
2009 Staff 
2009 Other 
2009 Budget 
2009 Inc/Dec 
2009 
A Sect  1 Work Years 2,802,000 123,000 - - 2,925,000  123,000 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance 65,600 - - - 65,600  - 
B Sect  3 Communications 6,500 - - - 6,500  - 
  Sect  4 Building Facilities 68,000 - - (50,000) 18,000  (50,000)
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 35,600 - - (10,600) 25,000  (10,600)
  Sect  6 Expendable 20,000 - - - 20,000  - 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services 24,000 - - 1,000 25,000  1,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads 39,000 - - - 39,000  - 
  Sect  9 Missions 37,000 - - - 37,000  - 
  Sect 11 Various 1,429,800 - - 1,000,000 2,429,800  1,000,000 
 Grand Total 4,527,500 123,000 - 940,400 5,590,900  1,063,400 
 Inc/Dec %  2.72% 0% 20.77% 23.49% 
 
Inflation :  There is no provision made for inflation.  
 
Statutory increases  – CHF 123,000  
 38. The WTO standard cost has been applied in est imating the appropriations needed to finance 
the costs of the staff of the Appellate Body Se cretariat.  For details please refer to the WTO 
Secretariat  on page 39. 
Staff increases
:  There is no proposal to increase the staffing of the Appellate Body Secretariat. 
 Other increases /decreases – CHF  940,400
 
 
39. The provision for the replenishment of the A ppellate Body Operating Fund was decreased in 
2008 as a surplus was anticipated at the end of  2007.  The provision for 2009 is increased by 
CHF 1,000,000 to re-establish the budgetary alloca tion at a level comparable to anticipated 
expenditure.  This increase is offset by decr eases in other budgetary allocations, i.e. purchase of 
equipment and renovation.  
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SUMMARY TABLES WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  2008 CONSOLIDATED  BUDGET FOR WTO AND APPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT  
 Part Section Line Budget 
2007 Statutory 
2008 Staff  
2008 Other  
2008 Budget 
2008 Inc/Dec 
2008 
A Sect  1 Work Years  
  (a)Salary 84,541,400 253, 300 270,800 173,600  85,239,100 697,700 
    (b)Pension 17,016,400 100,600 54,600 37,200  17,208,800 192,400 
    (c)Common Staff Costs 16,134, 700 (835,000) 170,200 -  15,469,900 (664,800)
    (d)Restructuring Plan 1,000,000 (1,000,000) - -  - (1,000,000)
  Sect  2 Tem porary Assistance  
  (a)Temporary Assistance 13,390,600  - 1,107,600 -  14,498,200 1,107,600 
    (b)TA CSC 424,800 - - 40,000  464,800 40,000 
B Sect  3 Co mmunications  
  (a) Telecommunications 734,500 - - (228,000) 506,500 (228,000)
    (b) Postal Charges 1,305,000 - - 77,000  1,382,000 77,000 
  Sect  4 Buildin g Facilities  
  (a) Rental 345,000 - - (5,000) 340,000 (5,000)
    (b) Utilities 1,675,000 - - 96,000  1,771,000 96,000 
    (c) Maintenance and Insura nce 1,661,000 - - 33,000  1,694,000 33,000 
 Sect  5 Permanent Equipment 2,359,100 - 10,000 58,700  2,427,800 68,700 
  (a) Permanent Equipment 1,771,000 - 10,000 372,700 2,153,800 382,700
  (b) Permanent Equipment Lease 588,000 - - (314,000) 274,000 (314,000) 
  Sect  6 Ex pendable 1,185,500 - - 141,500  1,327,000 141,500 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services.  
  (a) Reproduction 1,415, 000 - - 10,000  1,425,000 10,000 
    (b) Office Automation 2,577,200 - - 801,500  3,378,700 801,500 
    (c)Othe r 257,000 - - 25,000  282,000 25,000 
    (d) Security Outsourcing 2,880,000 - - 572,000  3,452,000 572,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads  
  (a) Training 1,050,000 - - 825,000  1,875,000 825,000 
    (b) Insurance 2,304,500 - - 198,000  2,502,500 198,000 
    (c) Joint Services  212,000 - - (8,000) 204,000 (8,000)
    (d) Miscellaneous 32,000 - - -  32,000 -
  Sect  9 Missions  
  (a)Missions Official 1, 306,000 - - 227,000  1,533,000 227,000 
    (b)Missions Technical 1, 503,000 - - (97,000) 1,406,000 (97,000)
  Sect 10  Trade Policy Courses 3,541,000 - - 282,600  3,823,600 282,600 
  Sect 11 Various  
  (a) Representation and 
Hospitality 284,000 - - 15,000  299,000 15,000 
    (b) Dispute Settlement Panels  1,317,000 - - (70,000) 1,247,000 (70,000)
    (c) Experts 50,000 - - -  50,000 -
    (d) Appellate Body Members 688,100 - - 130,700  818,800 130,700 
    (e) Library 623,700 - - 36,300  660,000 36,300 
    (f) Publications 470,000 - - 410,000  880,000 410,000 
    (g) Public Information 320,000 - - (50,000) 270,000 (50,000)
    (h) External Auditors 40,000 - - -  40,000 -
    (i) Ministerial Operating Fun d 600,000 - - -  600,000 -
    (j) ISO 57,000 - - -  57,000 -
    (k) Othe r 80,000 - - -  80,000 -
    (l) Appellate Body Operat ing 1,400,000 - - (800,000) 600,000 (800,000)
    (m) Security Enhancement 330,000 - - -  330,000 -
  Sect 12 Unforeseen  100,000 - - -  100,000 -
D Sect 13 ITC  16,765,950 - - 430,150  17,196,100 430,150 
 Grand Total  181,976,45 (1,481,100 )1,613,200 3,362,250  185,470,800 3,494,350 
  Inc/Dec %  (0.81%) 0.89% 1.85% 1.92%  
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2008 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR WTO SECRETARIAT  
(in Swiss francs) 
 Part Section Line Budget 
2007 Statutory 
 2008 Staff  
2008 Other  
2008 Budget 
 2008 Inc/Dec  
2008 
A Sect  1 Work Years   
  (a)Salary 82,528,400 235,300 270,800 173,600  83,208,100 679,700 
    (b)Pension 16,609,900 97,600 54,600 37,200  16,799,300 189,400 
    (c)Common Staff Costs 15,755,200 (817,000) 170,200 -  15,108,400 (646,800) 
    (d)Restructuring Plan 1,000,000 (1,000,000) - -  - (1,000,000) 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance      
  (a)Temporary Assistance 13,325,000 - 1,107,600 - 14,432,600 1,107,600 
    (b)TA Common Staff Costs 424,800 - - 40,000  464,800 40,000 
B Sect  3 Communications      
  (a) Telecommunications 728,000 - - (228,000 ) 500,000 (228,000) 
    (b) Postal Charges 1,305,000 - - 77,000  1,382,000 77,000 
  Sect  4 Building Facilities       
  (a) Rental 345,000 - - (5,000) 340,000 (5,000) 
    (b) Utilities 1,662,000 - - 96,000  1,758,000 96,000 
    (c) Maintenance and Insurance 1,656,000 - - (17,000) 1,639,000 (17,000) 
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment       
  (a)Permanent Equipment 1,732,100 - 10,000 376,100  2,118,200 386,100 
    (b)Permanent Equipment Lease 588,000 - - (314,000 ) 274,000 (314,000) 
  Sect  6 Expendable  1,165,500 - - 141,500  1,307,000 141,500 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services       
  (a) Reproduction 1,400,000 - - 10,000  1,410,000 10,000 
    (b) Office Automation 2,577,200 - - 792,500  3,369,700 792,500 
    (c)Other 257,000 - - 25,000  282,000 25,000 
    (d) Security Outsourcing 2,880,000 - - 572,000  3,452,000 572,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads       
  (a) Training 1,025,000 - - 825,000  1,850,000 825,000 
    (b) Insurance 2,292,500 - - 198,000  2,490,500 198,000 
    (c) Joint Services 212,000 - - (8,000) 204,000 (8,000) 
    (d) Miscellaneous 30,000 - - -  30,000 - 
  Sect  9 Missions       
  (a)Missions Official 1,296,000 - - 200,000  1,496,000 200,000 
    (b)Missions Technical 1,503,000 - - (97,000) 1,406,000 (97,000) 
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses  3,541,000 - - 282,600  3,823,600 282,600 
  Sect 11 Various       
  (a) Representation and Hospitality  283,000 - - 15,000  298,000 15,000 
    (b) Dispute Settlement Panels 1,317,000 - - (70,000) 1,247,000 (70,000) 
    (c) Experts 50,000 - - -  50,000 - 
    (e) Library 613,700 - - 36,300  650,000 36,300 
    (f) Publications 470,000 - - 410,000  880,000 410,000 
    (g) Public Information Activities 320,000 - - (50,000)  270,000 (50,000) 
    (h) External Auditors 40,000 - - -  40,000 - 
    (i) Ministerial Operating Fund 600,000 - - -  600,000 - 
    (j) ISO 57,000 - - -  57,000 - 
    (k) Other 80,000 - - -  80,000 - 
    (m) Security Enhancement 
Programme 330,000 - - -  330,000 - 
  Sect 12 Unforeseen  100,000 - - -  100,000 - 
D Sect 13 ITC   16,765,950 - - 430,150  17,196,100 430,150 
Grand Total   176,865,250 (1,484,100) 1,613,200 3,948,950  180,943,300 4,078,050 
  Inc/Dec %  (0.84%) 0.91% 2.23% 2.31%  
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  2008 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR  APPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss francs) 
 Part Section Line Budget  
2007 Statutory 
2008 Staff 
2008 Other 
 2008 Budget 
2008 Inc/Dec 
2008 
A Sect  1 Work Years       
  (a)Salary 2,013,000 18,000 - -  2,031,000 18,000 
    (b)Pension 406,500 3,000 - -  409,500 3,000 
    (c)Common Staff Costs 379,500 (18,000) - -  361,500 (18,000) 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance       
  (a)Temporary Assistance 65,600 - - -  65,600 - 
 Sect  3 Communications       
B  (a) Telecommunications 6,500 - - -  6,500 - 
  Sect  4 Building Facilities       
  (b) Utilities 13,000 - - -  13,000 - 
    (c) Maintenance and In surance 5,000 - - 50,000  55,000 50,000 
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment       
  (a)Permanent Equipment 39,000 - - (3,400) 35,600 (3,400) 
  Sect  6 Expendable  20,000 - - -  20,000 - 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services       
  (a) Reproduction 15,000 - - -  15,000 - 
    (b) Office Automation - - - 9,000  9,000 9,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads       
  (a) Training 25,000 - - -  25,000 - 
    (b) Insurance 12,000 - - -  12,000 - 
    (d) Miscellaneous 2,000 - - -  2,000 - 
  Sect  9 Missions       
  (a)Missions Official  10,000 - - 27,000  37,000 27,000 
 Sect 11 Various       
   (a) Representation and Hospitality 1,000 - - -  1,000 - 
    (d) Appellate Body Members 688,100 - - 130,700  818,800 130,700 
    (e) Library 10,000 - - -  10,000 - 
    (l) Appellate Body Operating 
Fund 1,400,000 - - (800,000) 600,000 (800,000) 
 Grand Total  5,111,200 3,000 - (586,700) 4,527,500 (583,700) 
  Inc/Dec %  0.06% 0% (11.48%) (11.42%)  
 
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2009 CONSOLIDATED  BUDGET FOR WTO AND APPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT 
 Part Section Line Budget 
2008 Statutory 
2009 Staff 
 2009 Other  
2009 Budget 
2009 Sum of 
Inc/Dec 
2009 
A Sect  1 Work Years       
  (a)Salary 85,239,100 3, 084,600 - 179,800  88,503,500 3,264,40
    (b)Pension 17,208,800 688,000 - 37,200  17,934,000 725,200 
    (c)Common Staff Costs 15,469, 900 1,179,400 (61,000) -  16,588,300 1,118,40
    (d)Restructuring Plan - - - -  - - 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance       
  (a)Temporary Assistance 14,498,200 - (569,900) -  13,928,300 (569,900
    (b)TA CSC 464,800 - - -  464,800 - 
B Sect  3 Communications       
  (a) Telecommunications 506,500 - - -  506,500 - 
    (b) Postal Charges 1,382,000 - - (77,000) 1,305,000 (77,000) 
  Sect  4 Building Facilities       
  (a) Rental 340,000 - - (285,000) 55,000 (285,000
    (b) Utilities 1,771,000 - - 105,000  1,876,000 105,000 
    (c) Maintenance and Insura nce 1,694,000 - - (483,000) 1,211,000 (483,000
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment       
  (a)Perm Equipment 2,153,800  - (10,000) (877,800) 1,266,000 (887,800
    (b)Perm Equipment Lease 274,000 - - 658,000  932,000 658,000 
  Sect  6 Expendable 1,327,000  - - (22,000) 1,305,000 (22,000) 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services       
  (a) Reproduction 1,425,000 - - -  1,425,000 - 
    (b) Office Automation 3,378,700 - - 377,300  3,756,000 377,300 
    (c)Other 282,000 - - -  282,000 - 
    (d) Security Outsourcing 3,452,000 - - 335,000  3,787,000 335,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads       
  (a) Training 1,875,000 - - -  1,875,000 - 
    (b) Insurance 2,502,500 - - 120,000  2,622,500 120,000 
    (c) Joint Services 204,000 - - -  204,000 - 
    (d) Miscellaneous 32,000 - - -  32,000 - 
  Sect  9 Missions       
  (a)Missions Official 1,533,000 - - -  1,533,000 - 
    (b)Missions Technical 1,406,000 - - -  1,406,000 - 
  Sect  10 Trade Policy Courses 3,823,600 - - -  3,823,600 - 
  Sect 11 Various       
  (a) Representation and Hospitality 299,000 - - -  299,000 - 
    (b) Dispute Settlement Pa nels 1,247,000 - - -  1,247,000 - 
    (c) Experts 50,000 - - -  50,000 - 
    (d) Appellate Body Members 818,800 - - -  818,800 - 
    (e) Library 660,000 - - 40,000  700,000 40,000 
    (f) Publications 880,000 - - (90,000) 790,000 (90,000) 
    (g) Public Information Activities 270,000 - - -  270,000 - 
    (h) External Auditors 40,000 - - -  40,000 - 
    (i) Ministerial Operating Fund 600,000 - - -  600,000 - 
    (j) ISO 57,000 - - -  57,000 - 
    (k) Other 80,000 - - -  80,000 - 
    (l) Appellate Body Oper ating Fund 600,000 - - 1,000,000 1,600,000 1,000,00
    (m) Security Enhancement 330,000 - - -  330,000 - 
  Sect 12 Unforeseen  100,000 - - -  100,000 - 
D Sect 13 ITC  17,196,100 - - 134,000  17,330,100 134,000 
 Grand Total 185,470,800 4,952,000 (640,900) 1,151,500 190,933,400 5,462,60
  Inc/Dec %  2.67% (0.35%) 0.62% 2.95%  
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  2009 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR  WTO SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss francs) 
 Part Section Line Budget 
2008 Statutory 
2009 Staff  
2009 Other 
2009 Budget 
2009 Inc/Dec 
2009 
A Sect  1 Work Years       
  (a)Salary 83,208,100 3,006,600  - 179,800  86,394,500 3,186,400 
    (b)Pension 16,799,300 670,000 - 37,200  17,506,500 707,200 
    (c)Common Staff Costs 15,108,400 1,152,400 (61,000) -  16,199,800 1,091,400 
    (d)Restructuring Plan - - - -  - - 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance  14,897,400 - (569,900) -  14,327,500 (569,900) 
B Sect  3 Communications       
  (a) Telecommunications 500,000 - - -  500,000 - 
    (b) Postal Charges 1,382,000 - - (77,000) 1,305,000 (77,000) 
  Sect  4 Building Facilities       
  (a) Rental 340,000 - - (285,000) 55,000 (285,000) 
    (b) Utilities 1,758,000 - - 105,000  1,863,000 105,000 
    (c) Maintenance and Insurance 1,639,000 - - (433,000) 1,206,000 (433,000) 
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment       
  (a)Permanent Equipment 2,118,200 - (10,000) (867,200) 1,241,000 (877,200) 
    (b)Permanent Equipment Lease 274,000 - - 658,000  932,000 658,000 
  Sect  6 Expendable  1,307, 000 - - (22,000) 1,285,000 (22,000) 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services       
  (a) Reproduction 1,410,000 - - -  1,410,000 - 
    (b) Office Automation 3,369,700 - - 376,300  3,746,000 376,300 
    (c)Other 282,000 - - -  282,000 - 
    (d) Security Outsourcing 3,452,000 - - 335,000  3,787,000 335,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads       
  (a) Training 1,850,000 - - -  1,850,000 - 
    (b) Insurance 2,490,500 - - 120,000  2,610,500 120,000 
    (c) Joint Services 204,000 - - -  204,000 - 
    (d) Miscellaneous 30,000 - - -  30,000 - 
  Sect  9 Missions       
  (a)Missions Official 1,496,000 - - -  1,496,000 - 
    (b)Missions Technical 1,406,000 - - -  1,406,000 - 
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Courses  3,823,600 - - -  3,823,600 - 
  Sect 11 Various       
  (a) Representation and Hospitality 298,000 - - -  298,000 - 
    (b) Dispute Settlement Pa nels 1,247,000 - - -  1,247,000 - 
    (c) Experts 50,000 - - -  50,000 - 
    (e) Library 650,000 - - 40,000  690,000 40,000 
    (f) Publications 880,000 - - (90,000) 790,000 (90,000) 
    (g) Public Information Activities 270,000 - - -  270,000 - 
    (h) External Auditors 40,000 - - -  40,000 - 
    (i) Ministerial Operating Fund 600,000 - - -  600,000 - 
    (j) ISO 57,000 - - -  57,000 - 
    (k) Other 80,000 - - -  80,000 - 
    (m) Security Enhancement 
Programme 330,000 - - -  330,000 - 
  Sect 12 Unforeseen  100,000 - - -  100,000 - 
D Sect 13 ITC   17,196,100 - - 134,000  17,330,100 134,000 
 Grand Total 180,943,300 4,829,000 (640,900) 211,100  185,342,500 4,399,200 
  Inc/Dec %  2.67% (0.35%) 0.12% 2.43%  
 
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2009 PROPOSED BUDGET FOR APPELLATE BODY SECRETARIAT 
(in Swiss francs) 
 Part Section Line Budget 
2008 Statutory 
2009 Staff 
2009 Other  
2009 Budget 
2009 Inc/Dec 
2009 
A Sect  1 Work Years     
  (a)Salary 2,031,000 78,000 - -  2,109,000 78,000 
    (b)Pension 409,500 18,000 - -  427,500 18,000 
    (c)Common Staff Co sts 361,500 27,000 - -  388,500 27,000 
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance  65,600 - - -  65,600 - 
B Sect  3 Communications       
  (a) Telecommunications 6,500 - - -  6,500 - 
  Sect  4 Building Facilities       
  (b) Utilities 13,000 - - -  13,000 - 
    (c) Maintenance and Insura nce 55,000 - - (50,000) 5,000 (50,000) 
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment       
  (a)Permanent Equipment 35,600 - - (10,600) 25,000 (10,600) 
  Sect  6 Expendable  20,000 - - -  20,000 - 
  Sect  7 Contractual Services       
  (a) Reproduction 15,000 - - -  15,000 - 
    (b) Office Automation 9,000 - - 1,000  10,000 1,000 
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads       
  (a) Training 25,000 - - -  25,000 - 
    (b) Insurance 12,000 - - -  12,000 - 
    (d) Miscellaneous 2,000 - - -  2,000 - 
  Sect  9 Missions (a)Missions  Official 37,000 - - -  37,000   
  Sect 11 Various (a) Representati on and Hospitality 1,000 - - -  1,000 - 
    (d) Appellate Body Members 818,800 - - -  818,800 - 
    (e) Library 10,000 - - -  10,000 - 
    (l) Appellate Body Operati ng Fund 600,000 - - 1,000, 000 1,600,000 1,000,000 
 Grand Total   4,527,500 123, 000 - 940,400  5,590,900 1,063,400 
  Inc/Dec %  2.72% 0% 20.77% 23.49%  
 
 
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  TABLE OF 2007 REGULAR STAFF POSITIONS 
(in work-years) 
(as at 1st October 2007)  
 
Division Grades
1-10 Grades
11-12 Senior 
Management Grand 
Total 
Senior Management (DG and DDGs) 4.0   5.0 9.0 
Office of the Director-General 13.0 2.0  15.0 
Accessions Division 7.8 1.0  8.8 
Administration and General Services Division 74.5 1.0  75.5 
Agriculture & Commodities Division 15.2 1.0  16.2 
Council and TNC Division 12.5 1.0  13.5 
Development Division 11.0 1.0  12.0 
Doha Development Agenda (DDA) Special Duties Division 2.0 1.0  3.0 
Economic Research and Statistics Division 48.0 2.0  50.0 
External Relations Division 8.8 1.0  9.8 
Human Resources Division 17.6 1.0  18.6 
Informatics Division 37.0 1.0  38.0 
Information & Media Relations Division 21.0 1.0  22.0 
Institute for Training and Technical Co-operation 28.5 1.0  29.5 
Intellectual Property Division 12.0 1.0  13.0 
Language Services & Documentation Division 161.5 1.0  162.5 
Legal Affairs Division 15.8 1.0  16.8 
Market Access Division 11.0 1.0  12.0 
Medical Unit 2.5   2.5 
Rules Division 19.0 2.0  21.0 
Technical Cooperation Audit 1.5   1.5 
Trade & Environment Division 7.0 1.0  8.0 
Trade and Finance Trade Facilitation Division 8.4 1.0  9.4 
Trade in Services Division 16.0 1.0  17.0 
Trade Policies Review Division 36.9 1.0  37.9 
Sub-total 592.5 25.0 5.0 622.5 
Appellate Body 14.0 1.0   15.0 
Grand Total 606.5 26.0 5.0 637.5 
 
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ORGANIZATIONAL EVOLUTION SINCE 1995 
 
WTO 
  Appropriations   Post Increases 
  CHF Inc.% Work/Years Total New Consolidations Temporary Assistance 
   P and 
above 
      P and 
above GS Total 
   CHF GS 
CHF Total 
CHF 
1995 105,389,500 a/   200 245 445       5,647,500 2,307,000 7,954,500
1996 115,693,503 a/ 9.78% 250 263 513 68 68   4,720,000 2,323,000 7,043,000
114,111,750 b/   246 261 507       6,098,000 2,723,000 8,821,000
1,581,000  c/    4  2  6 0 0    4,500  4,500
1997 115,692,750   0.00% 250 263 513         2,727,500 8,825,500
114,399,250 b/   248 259 507       6,098,000 2,723,000 8,821,000
1,579,600  c/    4  2  6 0 0    4,500  4,500
1998 115,978,850   0.25% 252 261 513         2,727,500 8,825,500
120,204,500 b/      524         9,336,750
1,990,950  c/      9 20 20     4,500
1999 122,195,450   5.36%     533           9,341,250
125,386,460 b/      530         9,826,850
2,310,550  c/      9 6 6     18,000
2000 127,697,010   4.50%     539           9,844,850
131,305,610 b/      539         11,443,050
2,778,000  c/      13 13 13     108,500
2001 134,083,610   5.00%     552           11,551,550
140,313,850 b/      547         13,205,100
2,816,000  c/      13 8 8     36,000
2002 143,129,850   6.75%     560           13,241,100
151,983,150 b/      577         15,472,580
2,971,200  c/      13 30 6 24   36,000
2003 154,954,350   8.26%     590           15,508,580
157,060,700 b/      594         15,763,150
4,715,800  c/      14 18 2 16   36,000
2004 161,776,500   4.40%     608           15,799,150
164,131,000 f/      593.5         14,186,750
4,572,400  c/      15 0.5 -4.5 5   36,000
2005 168,703,400   4.28%     608.5           14,222,750
170,274,150 g/       620.5         13,724,800
4,726,000  c/       15 27 3 24   65,600
2006 175,000,150   3.73%     635.5           13,790,400
176,865,250 b/      622.5         13,749,800
5,111,200  c/      15 2 2 0   65,600
2007 181,976,450   3.99%     637.5           13,815,400
180,943,300       624.5         14,897,400
4,527,500        15 2 2 0   65,600
2008 185,470,800   1.92%     639.5           14,963,000
185,342,500       624.5         14,327,500
5,590,900        15 0 0 0   65,600
2009 190,933,400   2.95%     639.5           14,393,100
            Total 194.5 125.5 69      
 
a/ WTO/GATT.      
b/ WTO Secretariat.    
c/ Appellate Body (permanent costs).   
d/ Revised Proposed WTO budget.   
e/ Revised Proposed Appellate Body budget (permanent costs). 
f/ Adjusted by 7 unfunded security posts. 
g/ Conversion of 3 Director  posts to 5.5 support posts. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  PART II
 
 
INCOME ESTIMATES FOR 2008-2009 
 
40. It is proposed that the total 2008 Budget for the WTO Secretariat (CHF 180,943,300) and the 
costs of the Appellate Body and its Secret ariat (CHF 4,527,500), leading to a total of 
CHF 185,470,800, and (ii) the total 2009 Budget fo r the WTO Secretariat (CHF 185,342,500) and the 
cost of the Appellate Body and its Secretariat (CHF 5,590,900) leading to a total of CHF 190,933,400 
be financed as follows: 
 Budget 
2008  
CHF Budget  
2009  
CHF 
Contributions on WTO Members 184,000,000 189,300,000 
Miscellaneous Income 1,470,800 1,633,400 
TOTAL 185,470,800 190,933,400 
  41. The details of miscellaneous income are as follows: 
Miscellaneous Income 2006 
Actual  
CHF 2007 
Estimated 
CHF 2008 
Estimated 
CHF 2009 
Estimated 
CHF 
Sale of Publications/Souvenirs & Royalties 452,102 300,000 500,000 550,000
Profit or (loss) on exchange 144,881 -  -  -
Savings on previous year's outstanding obligations 171,382 120,000 120,000 120,000
Rental of meeting rooms,  office space and parking 
at Centre William Rappard to others 136,520 150,000 47,000  25,000
Contributions of Observer Countries 833,760 700,000 600,000 600,000
Interest on Current Account 125,488 40,000 80,000 60,000
Various 825,068 166,450 123,800 278,400
TOTAL 2,689,201 1,476,450 1,470,800 1,633,400
 
42. On the basis of the proposed expenditure budget for 2008, an amount of CHF 184,000,000 is 
to be assessed on Members in the form of contributions.  The draft scale of contributions, which can be found in Annex A, contains a minimum contribution of 0.015 per cent for Members whose share in 
the total trade of all Members is  less than 0.015 per cent.  Th e draft scale takes into account the 
amounts to be deducted from the re levant contributions for 2008 under the terms of the Early Payment 
Encouragement Scheme.  The 2009 assessment will be  based on up-dated trade statistics in 2008 as 
foreseen in Regulation 12.3(b) of the Re vised Financial Regulations of the WTO.
5  
                                                      
 5 See also WT/BFA/W/105/R ev.1, paragraph 3(d).   WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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ANNEX A 
DRAFT SCALE OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR 2008 
(Minimum contribution of 0.015%)  
MEMBER 2007 
Contribution 2008 
Contribution Interest 
earned6 2008 net 
Contribution 
 CHF CHF % CHF CHF 
Albania  34,295  38,640  0.021 93 38,547 
Angola   182,305  215,280  0.117 524 214,756 
Antigua and Barbuda  27,075  27,600  0.015 111 27,489 
Argentina  608,285  592,480  0.322 0 592,480 
Armenia  27,075  27,600  0.015 86 27,514 
Australia  2,019,795  2,097,600  1.140 5,220 2,092,380 
Austria  2,530,610  2,598,080  1.412 10,079 2,588,001 
Bahrain  142,595  147,200  0.080 372 146,828 
Bangladesh  187,720  187,680  0.102 45 187,635 
Barbados 30,685  31,280  0.017 72 31,208 
Belgium  4,757,980  4,846,560  2.634 15,885 4,830,675 
Belize   27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Benin    27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Bolivia  41,515  42,320  0.023 0 42,320 
Botswana 57,760  64,400  0.035 156 64,244 
Brazil   1,573,960  1,628,400  0.885 6,413 1,621,987 
Brunei Darussalam 74,005  73,600  0.040 145 73,455 
Bulgaria 216,600  239,200  0.130 699 238,501 
Burkina Faso  27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Burundi  27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Cambodia 63,175  60,720  0.033 59 60,661 
Cameroon 52,345  51,520  0.028 0 51,520 
Canada   6,638,790  6,487,840  3.526 28,241 6,459,599 
Central African Republic 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Chad  27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Chile 534,280  572,240  0.311 1,096 571,144 
China, People's Republic of 8,528,625  9,821,920  5.338 8,382 9,813,538 
Colombia 346,560  355,120  0.193 863 354,257 
Congo 37,905  49,680  0.027 0 49,680 
Costa Rica  166,060  163,760  0.089 38 163,722 
Côte d'Ivoire  108,300  114,080  0.062 0 114,080 
Croatia  281,580  303,600  0.165 856 302,744 
Cuba 102,885  108,560  0.059 317 108,243 
Cyprus 122,740  125,120  0.068 359 124,761 
Czech Republic 1,104,660  1,21 4,400  0.660 3, 528 1,21 0,872 
Democratic Republic of the Congo 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Denmark  1,759,875  1,812,400  0.985 6,557 1,805,843 
Djibouti 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Dominica 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Dominican Republic   196,745  184,000  0.100 523 183,477 
                                                      
6 Interested earned in 2006 under the Early Payment Encouragement Scheme (L/6384) and to be 
deducted from the 2008 contribution. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  MEMBER 2007 
Contribution 2008 
Contribution Interest 
earned6 2008 net 
Contribution 
 CHF CHF % CHF CHF 
Ecuador  148,010  161,920  0.088 590 161,330 
Egypt 433,200  445,280  0.242 60 445,220 
El Salvador 106,495  104,880  0.057 10 104,870 
Estonia  135,375  149,040  0.081 509 148,531 
European Communities 0  0  0 0 0 
Fiji 27,075  27,600  0.015 99 27,501 
Finland  1,095,635  1,157,360  0.629 4,446 1,152,914 
Former Yugoslav Republic of 43,320  44,160  0.024 0 44,160 
France   8,943,775  8,971,840  4.876 30,139 8,941,701 
Gabon    50,540  49,680  0.027 0 49,680 
Gambia   27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Georgia  28,880  33,120  0.018 50 33,070 
Germany  15,871,365  16,306,080  8.862 56,102 16,249,978 
Ghana    70,395  73,600  0.040 7 73,593 
Greece   871,815  892,40 0  0.485 2, 330 890,070 
Grenada  27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Guatemala  115,520  115,920  0.063 430 115,490 
Guinea   27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Guinea-Bissau 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Guyana   27,075  27,600  0.015 64 27,536 
Haiti    27,075  27,600  0.015 35 27,565 
Honduras 66,785  66,240  0.036 4 66,236 
Hong Kong, China  5,463,735  5,415,120  2.943 22,503 5,392,617 
Hungary  1,021,630  1,091,120  0.593 3,682 1,087,438 
Iceland  77,615  82,800  0.045 87 82,713 
India 1,498,150  1,374,480  0.747 4,323 1,370,157 
Indonesia  1,395,265  1,367,120  0.743 2,590 1,364,530 
Ireland  2,306,790  2,368,080  1.287 9,071 2,359,009 
Israel   956,650  929,200  0.505 1,216 927,984 
Italy  7,201,950  7,280,880  3.957 24,554 7,256,326 
Jamaica  88,445  84,640  0.046 82 84,558 
Japan 10,429,290    10,147,600  5.515 31,788 10,115,812 
Jordan 119,130  126,960  0.069 346 126,614 
Kenya 75,810  80,960  0.044 217 80,743 
Korea, Republic of   4,566,650  4,679,120  2.543 28,626 4,650,494 
Kuwait   382,660  436,080  0.237 0 436,080 
Kyrgyz Republic   27,075  27,600  0.015 85 27,515 
Latvia   102,885  114,080  0.062 381 113,699 
Lesotho  27,075  27,600  0.015 99 27,501 
Liechtenstein 43,320  46,000  0.025 183 45,817 
Lithuania  180,500 206,080  0.112 439 205,641 
Luxembourg 664,240 697,360  0.379 2,566 694,794 
Macao, China  129,960 136, 160  0.074 433 135,727 
Madagascar 27,075  27,600  0.015 40 27,560 
Malawi   27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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MEMBER 2007 
Contribution 2008 
Contribution Interest 
earned6 2008 net 
Contribution 
 CHF CHF % CHF CHF 
Malaysia 2,279,715  2,257,680  1.227 7,327 2,250,353 
Maldives 27,075  27,600  0.015 56 27,544 
Mali 27,075  27,600  0.015 1 27,599 
Malta  79,420  77,280  0.042 323 76,957 
Mauritania 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Mauritius  63,175  64,400  0.035 264 64,136 
Mexico 3,999,880  3,869,520  2.103 13,036 3,856,484 
Moldova  27,075  27,600  0.015 99 27,501 
Mongolia 27,075  27,600  0.015 111 27,489 
Morocco  288,800  299,920  0.163 745 299,175 
Mozambique 32,490  36,800  0.020 96 36,704 
Myanmar, Union of 55,955  51,520  0.028 0 51,520 
Namibia  37,905  34,960  0.019 0 34,960 
Nepal    30,685  29,440  0.016 124 29,316 
Netherlands   6,059,385  6,189,760  3.364 22,592 6,167,168 
New Zealand   453,055  471,040  0.256 1,725 469,315 
Nicaragua  37,905  38,640  0.021 118 38,522 
Niger    27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Nigeria  400,710  498,640  0.271 0 498,640 
Norway   1,521,615  1,582,400  0.860 5,684 1,576,716 
Oman 216,600  224,480  0.122 364 224,116 
Pakistan 285,190  309,120  0.168 507 308,613 
Panama   169,670  167,440  0.091 351 167,089 
Papua New Guinea  41,515  46,000  0.025 152 45,848 
Paraguay 61,370  58,880  0.032 0 58,880 
Peru 220,210  233,680  0.127 0 233,680 
Philippines   866,400  857,440  0.466 0 857,440 
Poland   1,449,415  1,569,520  0.853 5,386 1,564,134 
Portugal 976,505  978,880  0.532 2,807 976,073 
Qatar    214,795  246,560  0.134 339 246,221 
Romania  422,370  485,760  0.264 1,148 484,612 
Rwanda   27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Saint Lucia   27,075  27,600  0.015 90 27,510 
Saint Kitts and Nevis    27,075  27,600  0.015 68 27,532 
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines  27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of 1,431,365  1,558,480  0.847 3,772 1,554,708 
Senegal  36,100  38,640  0.021 0 38,640 
Sierra Leone  27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Singapore  3,790,500  3,939,440  2.141 15,375 3,924,065 
Slovak Republic   362,805  345,920  0.188 1,399 344,521 
Slovenia 301,435  320,160  0.174 1,082 319,078 
Solomon Islands   27,075  27,600  0.015 99 27,501 
South Africa  877,230  934,720  0.508 2,527 932,193 
Spain    4,629,825  4,806,080  2.612 13,914 4,792,166 
Sri Lanka  151,620  147,200  0.080 162 147,038 
Suriname 27,075  27,600  0.015 7 27,593 
Swaziland  34,295  33,120  0.018 108 33,012 WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  MEMBER 2007 
Contribution 2008 
Contribution Interest 
earned6 2008 net 
Contribution 
 CHF CHF % CHF CHF 
Sweden   2,413,285  2,458,240  1.336 9,228 2,449,012 
Switzerland   2,537,830  2,609,120  1.418 10,201 2,598,919 
Tanzania 43,320  49,680  0.027 90 49,590 
Chinese Taipei   3,489,065  3,398,480  1.847 2,715 3,395,765 
Thailand 1,824,855  1,887,840  1.026 7,300 1,880,540 
Togo 27,075  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Tonga 0  27,600  0.015 0 27,600 
Trinidad and Tobago  90,250  95,680  0.052 301 95,379 
Tunisia  229,235  231,840  0.126 707 231,133 
Turkey   1,369,995  1,455,440  0.791 5,109 1,450,331 
Uganda   27,075  27,600  0.015 73 27,527 
United Arab Emirates 1,037,875  1,374,480  0.747 3,478 1,371,002 
United Kingdom 9,896,815  9,952,560  5.409 40,798 9,911,762 
United States 26,807,860  25,955,040  14.106 7,285 25,947,755 
Uruguay  70,395  69,920  0.038 67 69,853 
Venezuela  545,110  559,360  0.304 0 559,360 
Viet Nam 0  522,560  0.284 0 522,560 
Zambia   27,075  27,600  0.015 111 27,489 
Zimbabwe 46,930  36,800  0.020 49 36,751 
TOTAL 180,500,000  184,000,000  100.000 508,375 183,491,625 
 
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DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATES 2008-2009 
 
WTO Secretariat
7 
  Part A - Staff
 
 
Part A of the budget proposals cover all salary, pensio n and common staff costs fo r those staff in regular 
positions and those hired under temporar y assistance.  For regu lar staff, standard co sting has been used.  
Standard costs are composed of a number of elements under Salaries and Common Staff Costs;   they can vary from year to year with changes in the co st of living, conditions of service, places of 
recruitment, number of expected retirements a nd home leave entitlements (authorized every second 
year).  Since 1 January 1999, the WTO Conditions of Service are applied.  Th ese conditions of service 
include, inter alia , the provision that "Salaries … shall be  on a single scale covering all levels of 
functions …"
8  
  
EVOLUTION OF STANDARD COSTS 2007-2009
 
 43. The following table shows the evolution of standard costs from the 2007 budget to the 
proposals for 2009, with details in paragraphs 44-45. 
CHF 
Standard Costs for WTO staff 2007  
Budget 2008 
Budget 
Proposals 2009 
Budget 
Proposals 
(a)Salary   134,200 135,400 140,600  
(b)Contribution to WTO Pension Plan 27,100 27,300 28,500  
(c)Common Staff Costs       
 (a)Health Insurance 7,000 6,900 7,200  
  (b)Travel & removal 600 400 800  
  (c)Separation 1,500 700 1,200  
  (d)Family Allowances 7,600 7,600 7,600  
  (e)Education 4,100 4,600 4,600  
  (f)Installation 500 300 500  
  (g)Repatriation 1,000 600 1,000  
  (h)Home leave 2,200 2,200 2,200  
  (j)Rental Subsidy 400 400 400  
  (k)Language Allowance 400 400 400  
Total  186,600 186,800 195,000  
 
(nearest CHF 100) 
 
44. In accordance with the decision on 15 May 20 03 (WT/GC/M/80), the General Council, acting 
on a recommendation of the Committee on Budget, Finance and Administration (WT/BFA/64), approved the methodology for future salary adjustment s in the WTO.  In addition, as called for in 
Staff Regulation 6.4, the General Council had prev iously approved the Performance Award System on 
8 February 2001 (document WT/GC/M/63), which replaces the former a nnual step-in-grade system 
which is in wide use in the Common System a nd which was formerly applied in the GATT, and 
subsequently in the WTO. 
                                                     
 
 7 Not including the Appellate Body and its Secretariat. 
 
8 WT/L/282, Annex 2, Compensation Philosophy, paragraph 10. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  45. All projections for statutory in creases are based on the application of the above-mentioned 
established methodology, an anticipate d increase in the cost of medical insurance costs of five per cent 
with the balance being made up of movements with re spect to changes in elements and/or new posts.  
For more details refer under each of the re spective items of Sec tion 1- Work years. 
EVOLUTION OF OVERALL STAFF COSTS 
2007 – 2009 
 
Components a)  
Salary b)  
Pension c) 
Common  
Staff Costs Total 
Budget 2007 82,528,400 16,609,900 15,755,200  114,893,500 
- 2007 Salary Increase (2.0% v 1.08%) (733,400) (148,500)  (881,900)
- 2007 Medical Insurance premiums    (10.0% v 1.40%)    (331,300) (331,300)
- Salary increase 2008 1,613,300 326,500  1,939,800 
- Performance Appraisal System 2008 1,613,300 326,500  1,939,800 
- 2007 bonus adjustment  (297,200)   (297,200)
- Medical Insurance premiums 2008    204,100  204,100 
- Staff Profile Adjustment (765,500) (182,400) (689,800) (1,637,700)
- Adjustment to budgeting techniques (881,400) (210,000)  (1,091,400)
- Re-instatement 2007 vacancy factor 1,034,200 258,500  1,292,700 
- Application of 2008 v acancy factor (1,348,000 ) (273,000)  (1,621,000)
Sub-total Statutory 2007 235,300 97,600 (817,000) (484,100)
- New post 12 month funding 2008 270,800 54,600 109,200 434,600
- New post recruitment costs 2008    61,000  61,000
- Regradings 2008 173,600 37,200  210,800 
Budget 2008 83,208,100 16,799,300 15,108,400 115,115,800 
- Re-instatement 2008 vacancy factor 1,348,000 273,000  1,621,000 
- Application of 2009 v acancy factor (1,404,000 ) (285,000)  (1,689,000)
- Salary increase 2009 1,681,300 341,000  2,022,300 
- Performance Appraisal System 2009 1,681,300 341,000  2,022,300 
- 2008 bonus adjustment (300,000)   (300,000)
- Medical Insurance premiums 2009    212,400  212,400 
- Staff Profile Adjustment     940,000  940,000 
Sub-total Statutory 2009 3,006,600 670,000 1,152,400  4,829,000 
- Fully funding 2008 New posts     0 
- Recruitment posts 2008      0 
- New post funding 2009       
- New post recruitment costs 2009    (61,000) (61,000)
- Regradings 2009 179,800 37,200  217,000 
Budget 2009 86,394,500 17,506,500 16,199,800  120,100,800 
  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Section 1 - Work/Years
 
 
Elements comprising 2008/2009 Budget Proposal  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 115,893,500 (1,484,100) 495,60 0 210,800 777,700 115,115,800 
2009 115,115,800 4,829,000 (61,000)  217,000 4,985,000 120,100,800 
 
2006/2007 Expenditure against Budget  
 
Year Budget Expenditure9 Balance  
2007 115,893,500 111,342,650 4,550,850 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 108,922,700 106,864,707 2,057,993  
 
(a) Salary  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 82,528,400 235,300 270,800 173,600 679,700 83,208,100 
2009 83,208,100 3,006,600  179, 800 3,186,400 86,394,500 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 82,528,400 79,441,240 3,087,160 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 78,071,000 76,287,961 1,783,039  
 
46. The salary scale of the WTO staff and its annual adjustment is based on WTO Staff 
Regulation 6.2.  The 2008 estimates represent the costs of salary for 624.5 work/years for the WTO 
Secretariat in 2008 and 2009.  The overall propose d net increase of CHF 679,700 is comprised of 
statutory increases: i) provision for the anticipated adjustment to future WTO salary scales in accordance 
to established methodology CHF 1,613,300 (WT/GC/M/ 63);  ii) provisions for the application of the 
Performance Appraisal System CH F 1,613,300 (WT/GC/M/80) adjusted by a reduction of CHF 297,200 
representing the amount paid in 2007 for bonuses;  offs et by statutory decrease s: iii) a decrease of 
CHF 733,400 representing the over provi sion with respect to salary adju stments in 2007;  iv) a decrease 
of CHF 313,800 equating to a vacancy fa ctor of ten vacant posts;   v) a staff profile adju stment decrease 
of CHF 765,500 reflecting changes in anticipated vers us actual entitlements of  staff and vi) a one-off 
budgetary decrease of CHF 881,400, representing cha nges in the manner in which vacant posts are 
evaluated in the budgetary exercise.  In addition,  and at the request of the Committee on Budget, 
Finance and Administration, the provision for regrad ings of CHF 173,600 is i ndicated separately under 
the category 'Other'.  This provision provides for th e regarding of five per cent of the regular posts. 
47. The provisions for 2009 have been established on the same principals as in 2008 with the 
provision made for the 2009 Perfor mance Appraisal System  (PAS) being decreased by CHF 300,000 to 
represent the estimated 'bonus'  element of the PAS accounted for in 2008.   For details with respect to the 
specific elements, kindly refer to the table on page 40 "Evolution Of Overall Staff Costs". 
 
                                                      
9  The expenditure figures for 2007 are estimat es made in the third quarter of the year. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  (b) Contribution to the WTO Pension Plan
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 16,609,900 97,600 54,600 37,200 189,400 16,799,300 
2009 16,799,300 670,000  37,200 707,200 17,506,500 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 16,609,900 15,785,160 824,740 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 15,561,500 14,969,062 592,438  
 
48. The contributions to the WTO Pension Plan are based on the Regulations of the WTO 
Pension Plan, Article 20.  The contributions of th e participants and of the WTO correspond to 7.5 per 
cent and 15 per cent of personable remuneration, respec tively.  Compared to the 2007 budget, there is 
a total net increase of CHF 0.19 million for 2008 with  the provision for 2009 reflecting an increase of 
CHF 0.71 million.  Pension contributions being di rectly linked to the evolution of salaries, the 
detailed explanations are summarised in the table in paragraph 45. 
(c) Other Common Staff Costs  
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 15,755,200 (817,000) 170,200  (646,800) 15,108,400 
2009 15,108,400 1,152,400 (61,00 0)  1,091,400 16,199,800 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 15,755,200 15,116,250 638,950 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 14,790,200 15,107,685 (317,485)  
 
49. The estimate for Common Staff Costs includes provision for sickness insurance, dependency 
allowances, language allowance, education grant, tr avel on home leave, installation grant, travel and 
removal and other common staff costs such as repatr iation grant and rental subsidy.  These costs have 
been calculated in accordance w ith the entitlements under the WTO Staff Regulations.  They are 
based on the actual situation with regard to the st aff, including projected retirements and turnover. 
50. The 2008 common staff costs show a net overall decrease of CHF 0.65 million compared to 
that of the 2007 budget, and are comprised of: i) Medical Insurance Premiums - the 2007 medical 
premiums increased by 1.4 per cent whereas the budget provided for 10 per cent representing a 
decrease of CHF 331,300.  This is offset by the pr ovision made in 2008 for a five per cent increase in 
medical insurance premiums amounting to CHF 204,100;  and ii) a staff profile decrease of 
CHF 689,800 representing a reduction for changes in the make-up and entitlements of the WTO staff 
population. 
51. The 2009 common staff costs show an overall increase of CHF 1.1 million primarily due to 
the anticipated increase in the cost of staff medical insurance premiums of an additional five per cent 
and additional provisions to meet the statutory entitl ements of staff taking their retirement in 2009, as 
well as, the appropriate provision for the co sts associated with their replacement. 
52. For both 2008 and 2009, all child, spouse a nd secondary dependent allowances have been 
maintained at the 2007 level.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(c) Restructuring Operating Fund (ROF)
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,000,000    (1,000,000) 0 
2009 0    0 0 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,000,000 1,000,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 500,000 500,000 0  
 
53. In 2006, the Committee on Budget Finance and Administration approved an initial allocation 
of CHF 500,000, which was subsequently increased in 2007 to CHF 1,000,000 for the restructuring 
plan.  In 2007 the 'Restructuring Operating Fund' (ROF) was created and credited with 
CHF 1,500,000.   
 
54. In approving the 2007 revised budget (WT/BF A/93/Add.1), the Committee recommended to 
the General Council that, in light of the fact that  developments in the course of 2006 have precluded 
the finalization of a restructuring plan, a Restructuring Operating Fund be created and the funds foreseen for this purpose in 2006 and 2007 be tran sferred thereto, on the understanding that (i) any 
balance in the fund at the end of 2007 will be retu rned to the 2007 budget and (ii) the policy outlined 
in WT/BFA/W/137 would apply.  The provision is therefore not renewed.  Section 2 - Temporary Assistance
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 13,749,800  1,107,600 40,000 1,147,600 14,897,400 
2009 14,897,400  (569,900)  (569,900) 14,327,500 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 13,749,800 13,725,700 24,100 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 13,724,800 15,570,481 (1,845,681)  
 
55. The allocation for temporary assistance covers freelance interpreters and translators, 
consultants, secretaries, clerks, typists and other temporary staff.  It also covers the replacement of staff on long sick or maternity leave.  The cust omary table on temporary assistance (TA) has been 
changed to reflect variances without having to refe r to the summary tables and attempts made to 
segregate the temporary assistance specific to certa in projects, i.e. the Public Forum where it is 
proposed that this activity be funded through the regu lar budget and TA costs associated to the regular 
budget.  Trade Policy Courses have been analysed and specific appropriations earmarked for those 
courses which have since become a regular activity , namely the Specialised Training Courses.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  56. In 2008, it is proposed to increase the allocati on for temporary assistance by CHF 1,147,600.  
This is comprised of: i) CHF 60,000 with respect to the "Public Forum", represented by CHF 10,000 
under the category 'Support' and CHF 50,000 for inte rpreters;  ii) CHF 673,300 under the category 
'Consultants' to obtain the specialised knowledge to co mplete specific projects, namely:  a) designing, 
customising the integrated security system – CHF 300,000;  b) CHF 200,000 for specialists with the 
implementation of the new International Public Sector Accounting Standards  (IPSAS) and the 
Activity Based Budget projects;   c) CHF 100,000 d esignated as reserve to be used for specialised 
civil engineers and consultants with respect to th e headquarters building needs, and e) CHF 73,300 for 
other division consultants of which CHF 30,500 pertai ns to Trade Policy Training Courses, as well as 
the CHF 40,000 under 'Common Staff Costs' for the travel of these specialists.  The increase of 
CHF 324,300 under 'Informatics Consultants' is pr imarily due to the scheduled replacement and 
update of the operating platform.  Finally, it is proposed to increase the budgetary allocation for 
internships by CHF 50,000 to meet divisional requests. 
SCHEDULE OF TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE 
(in Swiss francs)  
 
Line Category Sub-item 2007 
Budget 2008 
Budget 2009 
Budget TA  
Inc/Dec 
2008 TA  
Inc/Dec 
2009 
(a)Temporary Assistance    
 Support/Professional    
  Geneva Week 12,000 12,000 12,000   - 
     Public Forum 0 10,000 10,000 10,000  - 
    Guards 15,000 15,000 15,000   - 
    Conference 50,000 50,000 50,000   - 
    Document reproduction 70,000 70,000 70,000   - 
    Pool 589,100 589,100 589,100   - 
    Messengers/Drivers/ 
manual Workers 195,000 195,000 195,000   - 
    Clerks/Secretaries 93,800 93,800 93,800   -
  Support/Professional Sub-total 1,024,900 1,034,900 1,034,900 10,000 -
  Translators  6,719,000 6,719,000 6,719,000   - 
  Interpreters  1,846,000 1,846,000 1,846,000  - 
 Interpreters Public Forum  50,000 50,000 50,000 -
  Consultants  721,400 1,394,700 584,300 673,300  (810,400)
  IT Consultants  1,455,200 1,779,500 2,020,000 324,300  240,500 
  Replacements  940,00 0 940,000 940,000   - 
  Internship  272,500 322,500 322,500 50,000  - 
  Overtime  346,000 346,000 346,000   - 
(b)TA Common Staff Costs   424,800 464,800 464,800 40,000  - 
Total Temporary Assistance  13,749,800 14,897,400 14,327,500 1,147,600  (569,900)
  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Part B - Administrative Costs
 
 
57. Members will recall that when the 2007 budge t proposals were revised in 2006, Members 
approved a 2007 budget that adjusted appropriations for statutory movements for part A of the budget 
and maintained the appropriations for parts B and C at their 2006 level.  It therefore follows that all 
the proposed adjustments to appropriations in this  biennium for work practices and pricing policy 
other than new projects, are to be compar ed to those which existed in 2005.   
Administrative costs include the maintenance and insurance of the building and associated facilities, 
permanent and expendable equipment, communication costs, costs related to the reproduction of 
documents and those for informatics/office automation. 
 
Section 3 – Communications  
 
Elements comprising 2008/2009 Budget Proposal  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,033,000   (151,000) (151,000) 1,882,000 
2009 1,882,000   (77,000) (77,000) 1,805,000 
 
2006/2007 Expenditure against Budget  
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,033,000 1,640,600 392,400 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,023,000 1,744,564 278,436  
 
(a) Telecommunications  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 728,000   (228,000) (228,000) 500,000 
2009 500,000     500,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 728,000 478,930 249,070 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 708,000 510,335 197,665  
 
58. The estimate of CHF 500,000 provides for all te lecommunication charges as well as for the 
rental of telephone lines.  The decrease of CHF 228,000 over the 2007 budget is primarily the result 
of continuous review and adjustment to the WTO telephone policy that takes advantage of alternative 
providers, limited access to certain zones and de-rest ricts access to others.  In addition the remote 
access link, using telephone lines to link computers, has been discontinued thereby saving an annual 
CHF 60,000.  
59. The provision for 2009 is maintained at the 2008 level. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  (b) Postal charges
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,305,000   77,000 77,000 1,382,000 
2009 1,382,000   (77,000) (77,000) 1,305,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,305,000 1,161,670 143,330 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,315,000 1,234,229 80,771  
 60. The estimate provides for the cost of posta ge, pouch services (through the United Nations) 
and for freight and cartage.  The 2008 allocation is increased by CHF 77,000 for the removal costs in 
anticipation of a transfer of staff between the Ru e Rothschild  and a new annex.  As these costs are 
one-off, the 2008 increase is returned in 2009.  Cons idering the existence of special agreements for 
postal and freight services, it is anticipated that the level of expenditure will remain constant for the 
next biennium. 
Section 4 - Building Facilities
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 3,663,000   74,000 74,000 3,737,000 
2009 3,737,000   (613,000) (613,000) 3,124,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 3,663,000 3,602,100 60,900 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 3,437,000 3,538,067 (101,067)  
 
(a) Rental of premises  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 345,000   (5,000) (5,000) 340,000 
2009 340,000   (285,000) (285,000) 55,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 345,000 316,620 28,380 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 345,000 339,962 5,038  
 61. This estimate provides for the rental of conf erence rooms, storage and parking spaces.  In 
2008 the provision for the car parks is maintained pending the move of the staff situated at rue 
Rothschild to new annexes.  This provision is retu rned in 2009.  Storage space within the CWR has 
been redesigned and consolidated alleviating th e need for external premises.  The provision of 
CHF 55,000 is therefore for a limited amount of external storage space and the occasional rental of conference rooms in the event the Centre Internati onale de Conference de Geneve (CICG) in Geneva 
is not available.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(b) Utilities
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,662,000   96,000 96,000 1,758,000 
2009 1,758,000   105,000 105,000 1,863,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,662,000 1,640,540 21,460 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,654,000 1,654,146 (146)  
 62. The estimate covers the cost of electricity, wate r and heating as well as the cost of contractual 
cleaning for the whole of the CWR.  The increa se of CHF 96,000 over the 2007 Budget is primarily 
attributable to the rise in cleaning and heating fuel  costs with respect to space in basement of the 
CWR previously occupied by the 'Institut Universita ire des Hautes Etudes Internationales' (IUHEI).   
63. The proposed credit for 2009 shows an increase of CHF 105,000 in anticipation of the 
increase of utility cost with respect to the new annexe  with a greater surface area than the annex at rue 
Rothschild. 
(c) Maintenance and Insurance
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,656,000   (17,000) (17,000) 1,639,000 
2009 1,639,000   (433,000) (433,000) 1,206,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,656,000 1,644,940 11,060 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,438,000 1,543,959 (105,959)  
 
64. This provision covers the maintenance of the building, fire equipment, snow removal,  
building insurance, sanitary equipment as well as  security measures.  Under the terms of the 
Headquarters Agreement, the Swiss authorities pr ovide for basic maintena nce while the WTO is 
responsible for the day-to-day maintenance work in the CWR.  The latter includes miscellaneous 
renovation and alteration work required in the CWR and annexe (masonry, pa inting, floor covering 
replacement, electrical and telephone work).   In 2008, it is proposed to implement the following new 
projects: i) the introduction of an annual 20 office renovation plan at the CWR, ii) the renovation of 
the technical service area in the basement of the CW R rendering it fit to carry out maintenance, iii) the 
renovation of the area to the south of the CWR incorp orating pest control standards and ink re-cycling 
facilities, iv) the building of an appropriate motorc ycle shed, v) the continued refurbishment of the 
corridors in the north-wing of the CWR, and vi) the renovation of the premises in the CWR previously occupied by the Montesori school for th e use of the outsourced secu rity officers.  The 2008 
overall allocation for this line of the budget is CHF 17,000 below the allocation of 2007.  
65. It is proposed to decrease the provision by CH F 433,000 in 2009 to offset the cost of the 
project conducted in 2008. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Section 5 - Permanent Equipment
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,320,100  10,000 62,100 72,100 2,392,200 
2009 2,392,200  (10,000) (209,200) (219,200) 2,173,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,320,100 2,233,550 86,550 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,831,000 2,604,465 226,535  
 66. This section covers the cost of permanent equi pment items valued at over CHF 5,000 and/or 
an expected life-span over five years.  It comprises both purchase and lease costs.   
 
BUDGET PERMANENT EQUIPMENT 2007-2009
 
(in Swiss francs) 
  Budget 
2007  Budget 
2008  Budget 
2009  
Audio Visual 20,000 188,000 30,000  
Communications 55,000 53,000 53,000  
Computing Hardware 1,144,100 870,200 674,000  
Office Furniture & Equipment 348,000 524,000 384,000  
Other incl. vehicles etc 15,000 160,000 60,000  
Security 150,000 323,000 40,000  
(a)Permanent Equipment Sub-total 1,732,100 2,118,200 1,241,000  
Audio Visual 2,000 0 0  
Communication 330,000 242,000 242,000  
Computing Hardware 4,000 0 0  
Office Furniture & Equipment 69,000 2,000 0  
Other incl. vehicles etc 50,000 30,000 40,000  
Renovation 1,500 0 650,000  
Reproduction  130,000 0 0  
Security 1,500 0 0  
(b)Permanent Equipment Lease Sub-total 588,000 274,000 932,000  
Total 2,320,100 2,392,200 2,173,000  
67. In 2008, it is proposed that the provision for permanent equipment be increased by a net 
amount of CHF 72,100.  The increase in purchases can be primarily sub-divided as follows:  i) the increase under the sub-item Office Equipment is to acquire more modular furniture facilitating the 
office-sharing and includes CHF 100,000 for the purch ase of new furniture with respect to the use of 
space in the former IUHEI library in the CWR in the latter part of 2008,  ii) under audio visual 
equipment the proposed increase of CHF 168,000 pertains to the purchase of a 3
rd robotic camera 
(CHF 40,000) for the media centre at the CWR and CHF 128,000 for the renovation of the audio and interpretation equipment used in the 4
th floor trade policy training rooms, iii) under official vehicles, it 
is proposed to renew one official vehicle.  For 2009, the provision for purchases is reduced by 
CHF 877,200.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  68. With respect to leased purchases, several leasing arrangements have come to an end reflected 
in the overall decrease of CHF 314,000 with th e largest item being that under the sub-heading 
communications for the new switchboard commenced in  2007.  In 2009, it is planned to replace the  
simultaneous interpretation equipment which is b ecoming increasingly unreliable.  A study will be 
conducted in 2008 planning the replacement in 2009.  Provisional estimations for a new interpretation 
equipment amount to some CHF 3,000,000 which is proposed to be funded through a five-year lease 
representing an annual repayment of approximately  CHF 650,000.  For certain vehicles, it was 
deemed appropriate to enter into classical leasing arrangements, therefore the provision is increased in 
2009 to reflect one more vehicle to be replaced under these arrangements.  Computers – reflects the purchase of hardware, i.e. computers, servers, prin ters, scanners, CD-ROM readers and is mainly 
maintained at its current level.   
Section 6 - Expendable Equipment
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,165,500   141,500 141,500 1,307,000 
2009 1,307,000   (22,000) (22,000) 1,285,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,165,500 1,133,190 32,310 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,180,500 1,016,543 163,957  
 
69. The estimate for expendable equipment covers sta tionery and other general office supplies, IT 
supplies (toner for printers, spare parts), pape r and other supplies for reproduction equipment, 
electrical and other tools/supplies for the main tenance of the building, uniforms for guards, 
conference room supplies and medical supplies.  The proposed net increase of CHF 141,500 includes 
CHF 187,000 for new intelligent identification badges, partly offset by decreases in IT supplies and 
reproduction equipment.  The proposed decrease of the provision for 2009 primarily relates to a 
reduction in security supplies as, a proportion of the ba dges issued in 2008 would not have to be re-
issued on an annual basis. 
70. The proposed allocation can be summarised as follows:   
  Budget 
 2007  Budget  
2008  Budget 
 2009  
Building 130,000 120,000 120,000  
Computing 210,500 195,000 220,000  
Office 240,000 250,000 250,000  
Other 80,000 267,000 220,000  
Reproduction 505,000 475,000 475,000  
 Total 1,165,500 1,307,000 1,285,000  
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  Section 7 - Contractual Services
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 7,114,200   1,399,5 00 1,399,500 8,513,700 
2009 8,513,700   711,300 711,300 9,225,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 7,114,200 7,050,540 63,660 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 7,071,200 7,057,545 13,655  
 
(a) Reproduction  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,400,000   10,000 10,000 1,410,000 
2009 1,410,000     1,410,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,400,000 1,353,110 46,890 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,400,000 1,347,354 52,646  
 
71. The estimate for reproduction includes costs rela ted to the rental of reproduction machines, 
maintenance of equipment and the cost of c opies on these machines in the Documents Reproduction 
and Distribution Section.  The 2007 budget has been redistributed and adjusted in-line with current 
expenditure levels.  The increase of CHF 10,000 is  for increases in volume.  The allocation for 2009 
remains at the same level as in 2008.  The details are as follows:  
 Budget 
 2007  Budget 
 2008  Budget 
2009  
Copies 160,000  140,000  140,000  
Maintenance 60,000  120,000  120,000  
Rental of equipment 1,180,000  1,150,000  1,150,000  
 Total 1,400,000  1,410,000  1,410,000  
(b) Office Automation/Informatics  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,577,200   792,500 792,500 3,369,700 
2009 3,369,700   376,300 376,300 3,746,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,577,200 2,602,460 (25,260) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,577,200 2,633,444 (56,244)  
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  72. The 2008 estimates include:  (i) cost related to computer use at the International Computing 
Centre (ICC) (site maintenance, data storage, lin e charges and maintenance, data computer centre, 
data encryption servers and licenses, etc.), amounting to CHF 1,300,000;  (ii) IT insurance amounting 
to CHF 23,000;  and (iii) costs for IT maintena nce, up-grades, purchase of software and cost of 
licences amounting to CHF 2,046,700, whereby the increase of CHF 792,500 relates primarily to the 
scheduled up-grade of the IT platform. 
73. The allocation for 2009 shows an overall increase  of CHF 376,300.  The estimates include:  
(i) CHF 1,400,000 for the ICC, (ii) IT insurance of CHF 23,000 and (iii) cost of IT maintenance of 
CHF 2,323,000. 
  Budget 
 2007  Budget 
 2008  Budget 
 2009  
Computing software/Maintenance/ Licences 1,187,200 2,046,700  2,323,000 
Electronic Equipment Insurance 23,000 23,000  23,000 
ICC support costs 1,367,000 1,300,000  1,400,000 
 Total 2,577,200 3,369,700  3,746,000 
 
(c) Other  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 257,000   25,000 25,000 282,000 
2009 282,000     282,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 257,000 221,700 35,300 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 257,000 213,883 43,117  
 
74. This estimate covers the maintenance and repair costs of:  conference rooms, official vehicles, 
petrol, oil and related insurance costs, as well as maintenance costs for office equipment and 
telephones.  The new increase in 2008 of CHF 25,000 pr imarily concerns maintenance contracts with 
respect to the new switchboard.  
75. It is proposed that the 2009 allocati on is maintained at the 2008 level. 
(d) Security Outsourcing  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,880,000   572,000 572,000 3,452,000 
2009 3,452,000   335,000 335,000 3,787,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,880,000 2,873,270 6,730 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,837,000 2,862,864 (25,864)  
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  76. To maintain an effective and updated team of outsourced security guards, replacement guards 
have to be deployed during the training periods.  Th is replacement is estimated to cost an additional 
CHF 300,000.  The terms and conditions of the secu rity outsourcing contract allow for indexation, 
therefore a provision of CHF 37,000 is set aside for th is purpose.  Furthermore, it is estimated that the 
new annexe, which it is anticipated to be occupi ed in the later half of 2008 would require an 
additional CHF 235,000.  In 2009, this amount is increased by a further CHF 235,000 reflecting a full 
year's expenditure.  The remaining CHF 100,000 in 2009 is to cover additional services during high 
level conferences.   
Part C - Other Costs
 
 
Other costs cover staff overhead costs (training, insurance and costs related to shared common services), 
Missions, Hospitality, Dispute Settlement Pane ls, the Permanent Group of  Experts, Trade Policy 
Training Courses, public information activities, extern al auditors, contribution to  the International Trade 
Centre, and unforeseen expenditure.  
 
Section 8 - Staff Overhead Costs  
 
Elements comprising 2008/2009 Budget Proposal  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 3,559,500   1,015,0 00 1,015,000 4,574,500 
2009 4,574,500   120,000 120,000 4,694,500 
 
2006/2007 Expenditure against Budget  
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 3,559,500 3,535,590 23,910 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,976,500 3,045,537 (69,037)  
 
(a) Training  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,025,000   825,000 825,000 1,850,000 
2009 1,850,000     1,850,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,025,000 1,022,030 2,970 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 675,000 671,461 3,539  
 
77. The proposed provision for training includes the costs of language training courses organized 
by the United Nations, informatics training and management training for WTO staff.  The 2008 
proposed increase of CHF 825,000 concerns the se cond increase with respect to the Training and 
Reform of Human Resources programme at the WTO.  As described under separate cover, the aim of 
the programme is to increase training opportunities for staff and enhance their mobility within the 
Organization by refining and updating their sk ills, increasing motivation and job satisfaction and 
preparing certain staff for progression to managerial positions. 
78. The 2009 appropriation is maintained at the 2008 level.   WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(b) Insurance
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,292,500   198,000 198,000 2,490,500 
2009 2,490,500   120,000 120,000 2,610,500 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,292,500 2,276,950 15,550 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,059,500 2,132,679 (73,179)  
79. This provision covers the costs of third part y insurance, insurance of the Organization's 
permanent equipment and insurance provided under St aff Rule 110.5 in respect of compensation for 
service-incurred illness, injury or death of Secretaria t staff.  In addition, this provision includes the 
cost of the WTO contribution to the medical insura nce premium for retirees, which is expected to 
increase, as is the number of staff  reaching retirement age.  
80. The increase proposed in 2008 of CHF 198,000 is  comprised of:  i) CHF110,000 with respect 
to the new SOS Security policy covering the staff of  the organization on travel status;  ii) CHF 85,000 
with respect to the anticipated co st for the 24-hour accident insurance for staff ;  and  iii) CHF 3,000 
to insure the value of the WTO inventory.  
81. The proposed increase in 2009 is comprised of: i) As the number of retirees is expected to 
increase, a provision of CHF 100,000 is set aside fo r the organization's participation towards the 
retirees medical cost insurance premiums;  ii) CHF 15,000 for the anticipated increase in cost for the 
24-hour accident insurance for staff in line with th e evolution of pensionable remunerations, and  iii) a 
further increase of CHF 5,000 to insure th e increased value of the WTO inventory. 
(c) Joint Services  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 212,000   (8,000) (8,000) 204,000 
2009 204,000     204,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 212,000 202,010 9,990 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 212,000 169,044 42,956  
 
82. This estimate provides for the WTO's share in the running costs of the Administrative 
Tribunal of the International Labour Organization,  the Inter-Organization Secretariat of the Co-
ordinated Organisations and the Joint Purchasing Unit.   It also covers the costs related to medical 
analyses for the WTO Medical Service.  The net de crease in 2008 of CHF 8,000 concerns an increase 
of CHF 10,000 with respect to the reimbursement of national income taxes currently covering 28 staff 
of US nationality;  an increase of CHF 20,000 pertaini ng to the WTO participation to the cost of the 
ILO Tribunal, offset by a decrease of CHF 30,000 with respect to the costs of the WTO Medical 
Service and a decrease of CHF 8,000 with respect to other jointly financed bodies both in line with current levels of expenditure. 
83. The provision for 2009 remains at the same level as for 2008. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  (d) Miscellaneous
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 30,000     30,000 
2009 30,000     30,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 30,000 34,600 (4,600) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 30,000 72,354 (42,354)  
 84. This provision covers administrative costs such as those related to the issuance of 
laissez-passer , various fees as well as the advertising of vacancy notices.  The proposed budget 
allocations are maintained at their 2007 level in both 2008 and 2009. 
Section 9 – Missions
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,799,000   103,000 103,000 2,902,000 
2009 2,902,000     2,902,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,799,000 2,764,340 34,660 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,679,000 2,711,920 (32,920)  
 
85. It should be mentioned that the overall need for missions, whether they be to undertake 
consultations with Governments, a ttend meetings of other internat ional organizations (World Bank, 
International Monetary Fund, OECD, etc.), undert ake consultations with, or provide technical 
co-operation assistance to developing countries, cont inues to increase.  Technical cooperation with 
least developed and developing countries is covered from two sources:  (i) the annual WTO budget, 
and (ii) trust funds.  These estimates cover the paym ent of travel expenses, subsistence allowances 
and other incidental expenses.  The proposed increase in 2008 reflects the levels of current 
expenditure as well as the impact of fuel surcharges on airfares. 
(a) Official Missions  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,296,000   200,000 200,000 1,496,000 
2009 1,496,000     1,496,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,296,000 1,296,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,236,000 1,309,850 (73,850)  
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(b) Technical Co-operation
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,503,000   (97,000) (97,000) 1,406,000 
2009 1,406,000     1,406,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,503,000 1,468,330 34,670 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,443,000 1,402,070 40,930  
Section 10 - Trade Poli cy Training Courses  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 3,541,000   282,600 282,600 3,823,600 
2009 3,823,600     3,823,600 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 3,541,000 3,340,370 200,630 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 3,541,000 3,116,013 424,987  
 
86. This estimate provides for four Regular Trade Policy Training Courses in 2008 and in 2009 in 
Geneva.  The courses are open to officials from all developing countries, which have, or may have in 
the future, responsibilities in the formulation and conduct of foreign trade policy.  The number of 
participants in each training course is set at twenty -seven.  In addition, two special courses and two 
introductory courses for LDCs, and three courses for Dispute Settlement, are foreseen.  A Geneva Week is also planned for 2008 and 2009.  Th e proposed increase of CHF 282,600 represents the 
increase with respect to lodging fees, as well as  the funding of a second follow-up trade policy 
training course.  In addition this section includes elements of the funding of the 'Public Forum’ 
(CHF 103,000).  
87. The table that follows details the co st estimated within this section.  
Activity Budget 
2007  Statutory 
2008 Staff 
2008 Other 
2008 Budget 
2008  2008 
Inc/Dec 
Geneva Week 509,600   0 509,600  0 
Trade Policy Training Courses (4) 2,140,000   (10,000) 2,130,000  (10,000)
Dispute Settlement Courses (3) 180,000   6,000 186,000  6,000 
LDC courses (2) 381,400   36,600 418,000  36,600 
Specialised Courses (3) 330,000   147,000 477,000  147,000 
Public Forum 0   103,000 103,000  103,000 
Grand Total 3,541,000 0 0 282,600 3,823,600  282,600 
88. The appropriation for 2009 is maintained at the 2008 level. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Section 11 – Various
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 4,160,700   341,300 341,300 4,502,000 
2009 4,502,000   (50,000) (50,000) 4,452,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 4,160,700 4,319,710 (159,010) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 4,603,700 3,863,187 740,513  
 
(a) Representation and Hospitality  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 283,000   15,000 15,000 298,000 
2009 298,000     298,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 283,000 275,420 7,580 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 283,000 270,204 12,796  
 
89. The allocation provides for representation allo wances for the Director-General, and the 
Deputy Directors-General.  Hospitality expenditure , mainly for working lunches and dinners, is 
authorized in advance in each case by, or on behalf  of, the Director-General and reimbursement is 
made in accordance with WTO rules and procedures .  The proposed increase of CHF 15,000 pertains 
to hospitality expenses relate d to the  'Public Forum'. 
(b) Dispute Settlement Panels  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,317,000   (70,000) (70,000) 1,247,000 
2009 1,247,000     1,247,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,317,000 1,275,280 41,720 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,317,000 655,592 661,408  
 
90. The credit covers the travel fees, per diem a llowances and honoraria of panellists serving on 
Dispute Settlement Panels.  Based on the present le vel of activities, it is proposed to decrease  
the 2008 allocation by CHF 70,000 to reflect current  levels of expenditure.  The 2009 allocation is 
maintained at the same level as 2008.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(c) Permanent Group of Expe rts/Arbitration under GATS
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 50,000     50,000 
2009 50,000     50,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 50,000 24,000 26,000 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 50,000 20,977 29,023  
 91. In recent years, there has been an increased recourse to arbitration under Article 21.3(c) of the 
Dispute Settlement Mechanism.  It is proposed to  maintain the provision of CHF 50,000 for 2008 and 
2009. 
(d) Appellate Body
 
 92. The permanent costs of the Appellate Body and its Secretariat can be found in paragraphs 109 
to 143. 
(e) Library
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 613,700   36,300 36,300 650,000 
2009 650,000   40,000 40,000 690,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 613,700 644,280 (30,580) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 593,700 621,859 (28,159)  
 
93. The estimate provides for the purchase of books, subscriptions to periodicals, newspapers, 
documentation on diskettes and CD-ROMS as well as fo r the binding costs of reference publications.  
The increase in the 2008 provision  of CHF 36,300 compared with 2007 is primarily due to the 
increasing need for and cost of subscriptions to pe riodicals and purchase of books, particularly those 
needed for working pur poses in divisions. 
94. It is proposed to increase the provision for 2009 by a further CHF 40,000.  
(f) Publications  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 470,000   410,000 410,000 880,000 
2009 880,000   (90,000) (90,000) 790,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 470,000 818,450 (348,450) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 470,000 551,097 (81,097)  
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  95. The estimate provides for the production costs of  publications.  Since 1999, the costs charged 
to this line of the budget primarily concern publicati ons provided free-of-charge to delegations.  These 
costs include printing, artwork as well as the cost of  priced publications distributed free-of-charge to 
WTO divisions in the course of their official activities.  Further the recommendations of the 
consultant recruited to review the accounting practi ces of the publications activity;  the secretariat has 
segregated all accounting entries in line with standard  accounting practices.  It therefore follows, that 
the cost-of-sales is to be refl ected under this heading representing an increase in the budgetary 
allocation of CHF 540,000.  This increase has b een offset by a decrease of CHF 130,000 representing 
a change in the cost of publications produced for free distribution.  
96. Reference is made to Miscellaneous Income wh ere the ‘sales’ hereafter represent the gross 
sales of publications sold, paragraph 41. 
97. The provision for 2009 is reduced by CHF 30,000 to reflect artwork costs accounted for in 
2008. 
(g) Public Information Activities
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 320,000   (50,000) (50,000) 270,000 
2009 270,000     270,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 320,000 193,220 126,780 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 320,000 205,867 114,133  
 
98. The estimate covers the cost of all WTO pr omotional activities including the production of a 
video presentation on the WTO Doha Development Agenda Round and the costs related to making 
copies of existing videos.  It also covers photo costs related to public information activities, 
information and subscription costs for news services , the printing costs of information press material, 
participation at international book fairs and other miscellaneous costs.  The proposed decrease of 
CHF 50,000 in 2008 pertains to the re-estimation of running costs of the Media and Training Facility 
used to enhance distance learning in the context of  technical assistance activities, and to provide the 
possibility of producing electronic staff training materials. 
99. The provision for 2009 is maintained at the 2008 level. 
(h) External Auditors  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 40,000     40,000 
2009 40,000     40,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 40,000 38,920 1,080 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 40,000 32,322 7,678  
 
100. The estimate provides for the travel costs and subs istence allowances in respect of the team of 
auditors.  The estimate for 2008 and 2009 is mainta ined at the same level of funding as for 2006.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(i) Ministerial Conference
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 600,000     600,000 
2009 600,000     600,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 600,000 600,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 600,000 600,000 0  
 101. It will be recalled that funds for previous WTO Ministerial Conferences have been provided 
through both the regular budget as well as from extra- budgetary sources.  In 1997, the report of the 
Committee on Budget, Finance and Administration (WT/BFA/32, paragraph 9) indicated that "the Committee might consider [the] financing [ inter alia  of the conferences] through the regular 
budget …  However, the financing should be done in a way that would avoid important budgetary 
fluctuations." This lead to the creation of the Ministerial Operating Fund where the cost of such 
conferences is charged.  It will be recalled that , in the 2005 approved bu dget, this provision was 
increased by CHF 200,000.  The provision h as since remained unchanged at CHF 600,000. 
(j) International Organization for Standardization (ISO
) 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 57,000     57,000 
2009 57,000     57,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 57,000 57,280 (280) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 57,000 57,116 (116)  
 102. It will be recalled that the Ministerial Deci sion adopted by the Trade Negotiations Committee 
on 15 December 1993 stipulated that the WTO shoul d reach an understanding with ISO to establish 
an information system with regard to notificati on by standardizing bodies accepting the Code of Good 
Practice.  The provision of CHF 57,000 re presents the support costs of publishing the 
ISO/WTO Directory of Standardizing Bodies Accepting the WTO Code of Good Practice,  information 
on standardizing bodies accepting the WTO Code in the ISO Bulletin,  and other administrative costs. 
(k) Other
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 80,000     80,000 
2009 80,000     80,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 80,000 62,860 17,140 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 77,000 52,154 24,846  
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  103. Under this provision, an amount of CHF 42,000 is proposed to cover bank charges and other 
incidental charges and CHF 28,000 to cover rela ted fees for the Global Trade Analysis Project 
consortium.  In addition, it is proposed to continue a provision of CHF 10,000 for the purpose of 
sponsoring individually, or jointly with other institutions in Geneva, one or two day visits to the WTO 
for outside specialists who are either resident in W estern Europe or passing through on other business.   
 (m) Security Enhancement Project
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 330,000     330,000 
2009 330,000     330,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 330,000 330,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 796,000 796,000 0  
104. In accordance with the estimates provided under document CRP(04)22, WT/BFA/75 on the 
security enhancement project, the provision of CHF 330,000, corresponding to the reimbursement 
instalments for the lease on capital equipment.  
Section 12 - Unforeseen Expenditure
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 100,000     100,000 
2009 100,000     100,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 100,000 0 100,000 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 100,000 0 100,000  
 105. It is proposed to continue the provision for unforeseen expenditure at the level of the 2007 
Budget for 2008 and 2009. 
Section 13 - Contribution to the ITC
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 16,765,950   430,150 430,150 17,196,100 
2009 17,196,100   134,000 134,000 17,330,100 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 16,765,950 16,765,950 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 17,183,750 17,183,750 0  
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  106. The provision made under this section covers the contribution to the International Trade 
Centre UNCTAD/WTO which was established in accordance with a decision taken by the 
CONTRACTING PARTIES on 22 November 1967 (SR. 24/14) and Resolution 2297 (XXII) adopted 
by the United Nations General Assembly on 12 D ecember 1967, effective 1 January 1968, to the 
effect that the ITC would be operated jointly by UNCTAD and GATT on a continuing basis and in equal partnership.  The WTO has since assumed the responsibilities of the GATT in this respect 
(WT/GC/M/3, item 6). 
107. New administrative arrangements, based on a decision of the WTO General Council in 1995 
(WT/GC/M/3), have now been implemented.  The ITC budget is subject to the same preparation and 
reporting procedures as the WTO budget itself. 
108. Details of the ITC budget proposal for 2008 and 2009 contained in document ITC/BUD/56 
will be examined separately by the Committee on Budget, Finance and Administration. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATES 
 
Appellate Body and its Secretariat
 
 
Permanent Costs10 
 
 
Part A - Staff  
 
Section 1 - Work/Years  
 
Elements comprising 2008/2009 Budget Proposal  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,799,000 3,000   3,000 2,802,000 
2009 2,802,000 123,000   123,000 2,925,000 
 
2006/2007 Expenditure against Budget  
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,799,000 2,488,560 310,440 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,716,800 2,178,426 538,374  
 109. The standard costs for staff consist of thr ee elements:  salary, contributions to the 
WTO Pension Plan and other common staff costs.  Th e standard costs used are the same as for the 
WTO Secretariat (see paragraphs 43 and 45).  The fact ors influencing the various elements of salary, 
Pension Plan contributions and common staff costs are the same as described for the WTO Secretariat. 
(a) Salary
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,013,000 18,000   18,000 2,031,000 
2009 2,031,000 78,000   78,000 2,109,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,013,000 1,857,990 155,010 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,956,500 1,494,270 462,230  
 
110. The amount foreseen for 2008 shows an increase of CHF 18,000 compared to 2007.  This 
increase is mainly due to the same factors as for the WTO Secretariat and to be considered as   
statutory.   
111. The provision for 2009 shows an increase of CH F 78,000 over the provision for 2008 and is 
again statutory in nature.  
                                                      
10 The presentation of the budget proposals for the Permanent Costs of the Appellate Body and its 
Secretariat follows the same outline in terms of Parts a nd Sections as for the WTO Secretariat.  In certain 
instances, however, there is no identified cost.  Therefor e, mention is made of only those sections under which 
costs have been identified.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  112. There are no new posts proposed under the Appellate Body. 
(b) Contribution to the WTO Pension Plan
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 406,500 3,000   3,000 409,500 
2009 409,500 18,000   18,000 427,500 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 406,500 342,100 64,400 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 391,300 279,656 111,644  
 
113. The amount foreseen for 2008 shows an increase of CHF 3,000 over that for 2009, which is 
mainly due to statutory factors.  For 2009, an add itional increased of CHF 18,000 is requested in view 
of the expected level of salaries. 
(c) Common Staff Costs  
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 379,500 (18,000)   (18,000) 361,500 
2009 361,500 27,000   27,000 388,500 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 379,500 288,460 91,040 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 369,000 404,500 (35,500)  
 
114. The above estimates represent the costs for the 15  regular positions currently in the Appellate 
Body Secretariat.  In comparison with 2007, the ov erall cost shows a net decrease of CHF 18,000.  
The elements are the same as for the WTO Secretariat (see paragraph 49 above). 
Section 2 - Temporary Assistance  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 65,600     65,600 
2009 65,600     65,600 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 65,600 93,010 (27,410) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 65,600 110,707 (45,107)  
 
115. It is proposed to keep the provisions for te mporary assistance in 2008 and 2009 at the same 
level as in 2007. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Part B - Administrative Costs
 
Section 3 – Telecommunications  
 
Elements comprising 2008/2009 Budget Proposal  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 6,500     6,500 
2009 6,500     6,500 
 
2006/2007 Expenditure against Budget  
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 6,500 5,070 1,430 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 6,500 4,631 1,869  
 
116. The provisions for telecommunication costs in 2008 and 2009 remain at the same level as 
in 2007. 
Section 4 – Building Facilities  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 18,000   50,000 50,000 68,000 
2009 68,000   (50,000) (50,000) 18,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 18,000 13,000 5,000 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 18,000 23,594 (5,594)  
 
(b) Utilities  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 13,000     13,000 
2009 13,000     13,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 13,000 13,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 13,000 13,000 0  
 
117. The provisions for utility costs  for 2008 and 20 09 remain at the same level as in 2007.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(c) Maintenance and Insurance
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 5,000   50,000 50,000 55,000 
2009 55,000   (50,000) (50,000) 5,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 5,000 0 5,000 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 5,000 10,594 (5,594)  
 118. The amount for maintenance and insurance costs foreseen for 2008 shows an increase of 
CHF 50,000 over that for 2007, which is due to the refurbishment of corridors and offices of the premises of the Appellate Body.   
119. It is proposed to decrease the provision by CH F 50,000 in 2009 due to the accomplishment of 
the refurbishment. 
Section 5  - Permanent Equipment
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 39,000   (3,400) (3,400) 35,600 
2009 35,600   (10,600) (10,600) 25,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 39,000 39,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 36,000 34,725 1,275  
 
120. The provision covers the supply of office furn iture and equipment as well as for computing 
equipment.  Compared to the 2007 budget, a d ecrease of CHF 3,400 is proposed for 2008.  The 
provision is further decreased in 2009 by CHF 10,6 00, primarily due to a decrease in demands for 
hardware. 
Section 6 - Expendable Equipment  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 20,000     20,000 
2009 20,000     20,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 20,000 11,660 8,340 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 20,000 10,396 9,604  
 
121. The provision mainly covers office and reproduction supplies.  It is proposed to maintain the 
2007 allocation of CHF 20,000 for both 2008 and 2009. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  Section 7 - Contractual Services
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 15,000   9,000 9,000 24,000 
2009 24,000   1,000 1,000 25,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 15,000 10,730 4,270 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 15,000 8,129 6,871  
 
(a) Reproduction  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 15,000     15,000 
2009 15,000     15,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 15,000 10,650 4,350 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 15,000 8,129 6,871  
 
122. It is proposed to keep the provision at the 2007 level for 2008 and 2009. 
(b) Office Automation  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008    9,000 9,000 9,000 
2009 9,000   1,000 1,000 10,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 0 70 (70) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 0 0 0  
 
123. The provision for 2008 shows an increase of CHF 9,000 which is based on the IT projects 
retained for 2008. The increase fo r 2009 concerns software licences. 
 
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  Part C - Other Costs
 
 Section 8 - Staff Overhead Costs
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 39,000     39,000 
2009 39,000     39,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 39,000 39,230 (230) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 39,000 34,357 4,643  
 
(a) Training  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 25,000     25,000 
2009 25,000     25,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 25,000 21,010 3,990 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 25,000 17,245 7,755  
 
124. The provision for 2008 and 2009 is maintained at the 2007 level of CHF 25,000. 
(b) Insurance  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 12,000     12,000 
2009 12,000     12,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 12,000 17,000 (5,000) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 12,000 16,900 (4,900)  
 
125. This provision covers the costs of insu rance provided under Staff Rule 110.5 for 
compensation for service-incurred illness, injury or death of Secretariat Staff.  The provisions for 
2008 and 2009 remain at the same level as in 2007. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  (d) Miscellaneous
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,000     2,000 
2009 2,000     2,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,000 1,220 780 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 2,000 213 1,787  
 
126. It is proposed that the provisions for 2008 and 2009 remain at the same level as in 2007. 
Section 9 – Missions  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 10,000   27,000 27,000 37,000 
2009 37,000     37,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 10,000 10,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 10,000 12,473 (2,473)  
 
127. The proposed increase for 2008 of CHF 27,000 cove rs the increased need of meetings with 
judges, arbitrators and other judicial bodies. 
Section 11 – Various  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 2,099,100   (669,300) (669,300) 1,429,800 
2009 1,429,800   1,000,0 00 1,000,000 2,429,800 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 2,099,100 2,098,570 530 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,799,100 1,732,195 66,905  
 
(a) Hospitality and Representation  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,000     1,000 
2009 1,000     1,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,000 740 260 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,000 481 519  
 
128. The proposed provisions for 2008 and 2009, are maintained at the 2007 level.  They are 
intended to cover hospitality wh ich is managed in accordance with WTO rules and procedures.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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(d) Appellate Body Members
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 688,100   130,700 130,700 818,800 
2009 818,800     818,800 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 688,100 686,170 1,930 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 688,100 623,977 64,123  
 129. The general conditions of service for Appellate Body Members are set out in the decision of 
the Dispute Settlement Body on the Establishment of  the Appellate Body (WT/DSB/1) as well as in 
the Appellate Body Members' c ontracts.  In 2004, the General Council endorsed the recommendations 
of the CBFA (Document WT/BFA/75, 7 December 2004) and revised the rem uneration of Appellate 
Body Members, effective 1 January 2005.  With a view of reorganizing the importance of the 
appellate procedure in the overall Dispute Settlement  area, and to minimize somewhat the disparities 
with other international judicial bodies, it is pr oposed that the monthly retainer and daily fees
11 be 
increased by 20 per cent, effective 1 January 2008.  It  is therefore proposed that the 2007 budgetary 
amount of CHF 688,100 be increased by CHF 130,700 representing the increase of the retainer fee.  
As the daily fee is funded through the Appellate Bo dy Operating Fund (ABOF) , this question will be 
considered outside the context of the regular budget.   The budgetary allocation for 2009 is maintained 
at the 2008 level.   
(e) Library  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 10,000     10,000 
2009 10,000     10,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 10,000 3,290 6,710 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 10,000 6,203 3,797  
 
130. The proposed provision covers minor miscel laneous and library expenditure under the 
Appellate Body and its Secretariat.  It is proposed  to maintain the provisions for 2008 and 2009 at the 
2007 level. 
(f) Publications  
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 0     0 
2009 0     0 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 0 8,370 (8,370) *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 0 1,534 (1,534)  
 
                                                      
11 The daily fee is considered a variable cost of an appeal and therefore funded by the Appellate Body 
Operating Fund. WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  131. No provision is proposed for this line of the budget, as the purchase of publications is 
considered as being funded through the allo cation of the library under paragraph 130.  
(l) Appellate Body Operating Fund
 
 
Year  Budget Statutory Staff Resources Other Total Increase/ 
Decrease Proposed budget 
2008-2009 
2008 1,400,000   (800,000) (800,000) 600,000 
2009 600,000   1,000,00
0 1,000,000 1,600,000 
 
Year Budget Expenditure Balance  
2007 1,400,000 1,400,000 0 *)  expenditure 2007 estimated 
2006 1,100,000 1,100,000 0  
 
132. Extrapolating current expenditure to the end of 2 007, it is anticipated that the balance of this 
fund would stand at some CHF 900,000.  It is ther efore proposed that the 2008 allocation to replenish 
the fund be reduced from CHF 1,400,000 to CHF 600, 000.  With average annual expenditure relating 
to the variable costs12 for an appeal being in the region of CHF 1.4 million, it is subsequently 
proposed to increase the 2008 allocation by CHF 1,000,000 in  2009.  This will re-establish level of 
the fund to meet the 2009 anticipated expenditure. 
                                                      
12 Variable costs of an appeal pr imarily include: member's daily f ees, travel costs, interpreters, 
transcribers and postage.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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PART III  
CONSOLIDATED  PERFORMANCE AGAINST BUDGET 31 AUGUST 2007 Part Section 2007 
Budget Estimated 
Expenditure 
to 
31 Dec. 2007 Projected 
Balance Projected 
Expenditure to 
Total 
Appropriation 
A Sect  1 Work Years         
   (a)Salary 84,541,400 81,299,230 3,242,170 96.16%
   (b)Pension 17,016,400 16,127,260 889,140 94.77%
   (c)Common Staff Costs 16,134,700 15,404,720 729,980 95.48%
   (d)Restructuring Plan 1,000,000 1,000,000   100.00%
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance         
   (a)Temporary Assistance 13,390,600 12,882,970 507,630 96.21%
   (b)TA Common Staff Costs 424,800 935,740 (510,940) 220.28%
B Sect  3 Communications         
   (a) Telecommunications 734,500 484,010 250,490 65.90%
   (b) Postal Charges 1,305,000 1,161,670 143,330 89.02%
  Sect  4 Building Facilities         
   (a) Rental 345,000 316,620 28,380 91.77%
   (b) Utilities 1,675,000 1,653,540 21,460 98.72%
   (c) Maintenance and Insurance 1,661,000 1,644,940 16,060 99.03%
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment         
   (a)Permanent Equipment 1,771,100 1,833,770 (62,670) 103.54%
   (b)Permanent Equipment Lease 588,000 438,770 149,230 74.62%
  Sect  6 Expendable          
   (a)Expendable Supplies 1,185,500 1,144,850 40,650 96.57%
  Sect  7 Contractual Services         
   (a) Reproduction 1,415,000 1,363,760 51,240 96.38%
   (b) Office Automation 2,577,200 2,602,530 (25,330) 100.98%
   (c)Other 257,000 221,700 35,300 86.26%
   (d) Security Outsourcing 2,880,000 2,873,270 6,730 99.77%
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads         
   (a) Training 1,050,000 1,043,030 6,970 99.34%
   (b) Insurance 2,304,500 2,293,950 10,550 99.54%
   (c) Joint Services 212,000 202,010 9,990 95.29%
   (d) Miscellaneous 32,000 35,820 (3,820) 111.94%
  Sect  9 Missions         
   (a)Missions Official 1,306,000 1,306,000   100.00%
   (b)Missions Technical 1,503,000 1,468,330 34,670 97.69%
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Training Courses 3,541,000 3,340,370 200,630 94.33%
  Sect 11 Various         
   (a) Representation and Hospitality 284,000 276,170 7,830 97.24%
   (b) Dispute Settlement Panels 1,317,000 1,275,280 41,720 96.83%
   (c) Experts 50,000 24,000 26,000 48.00%
   (e) Library 623,700 647,560 (23,860) 103.83%
   (f) Publications 470,000 826,810 (356,810) 175.92%
   (g) Public Information Activities 320,000 193,220 126,780 60.38%
   (h) External Auditors 40,000 38,920 1,080 97.30%
   (i) Ministerial Operating Fund 600,000 600,000   100.00%
   (j) ISO 57,000 57,280 (280) 100.49%
   (k) Other 80,000 62,860 17,140 78.58%
   (d) Appellate Body Members 688,100 686,170 1,930 99.72%
   (l) Appellate Body Operating Fund 1,400,000 1,400,000   100.00%
   (m) Security Enhancement Programme 330,000 330,000   100.00%
  Sect 12 Unforeseen 100,000   100,000 0.00%
D Sect 13 ITC 16,765,950 16,765,950 0 100.00%
    TOTAL 181,976,450 176,263,080 5,713,370 96.86%WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  WTO  PERFORMANCE AGAINST BUDGET 31 AUGUST 2007 Part Section 2007 
Budget Estimated 
Expenditure to
31 Dec. 2007 Projected 
Balance Projected 
Expenditure
to Total 
Appropriation
A Sect  1 Work Years         
   (a)Salary 82,528,400 79,441,240 3,087,160 96.26%
   (b)Pension 16,609,900 15,785,160 824,740 95.03%
   (c)Common Staff Costs 15,755,200 15,116,250 638,950 95.94%
   (d)Restructuring Plan 1,000,000 1,000,000   100.00%
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance         
   (a)Temporary Assistance 13,325,000 12,814,080 510,920 96.17%
   (b)TA Common Staff Costs 424,800 911,620 (486,820) 214.60%
B Sect  3 Communications         
   (a) Telecommunications 728,000 478,930 249,070 65.79%
   (b) Postal Charges 1,305,000 1,161,670 143,330 89.02%
  Sect  4 Building Facilities         
   (a) Rental 345,000 316,620 28,380 91.77%
   (b) Utilities 1,662,000 1,640,540 21,460 98.71%
   (c) Maintenance and Insurance 1,656,000 1,644,940 11,060 99.33%
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment         
   (a)Permanent Equipment 1,732,100 1,794,770 (62,670) 103.62%
   (b)Permanent Equipment Lease 588,000 438,770 149,230 74.62%
  Sect  6 Expendable         
   (a)Expendable Supplies 1,165,500 1,133,190 32,310 97.23%
  Sect  7 Contractual Services         
   (a) Reproduction 1,400,000 1,353,110 46,890 96.65%
   (b) Office Automation 2,577,200 2,602,460 (25,260) 100.98%
   (c)Other 257,000 221,700 35,300 86.26%
   (d) Security Outsourcing 2,880,000 2,873,270 6,730 99.77%
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads         
   (a) Training 1,025,000 1,022,030 2,970 99.71%
   (b) Insurance 2,292,500 2,276,950 15,550 99.32%
   (c) Joint Services 212,000 202,010 9,990 95.29%
   (d) Miscellaneous 30,000 34,600 (4,600) 115.33%
  Sect  9 Missions         
   (a)Missions Official 1,296,000 1,296,000   100.00%
   (b)Missions Technical 1,503,000 1,468,330 34,670 97.69%
  Sect 10 Trade Policy Training Courses 3,541,000 3,340,370 200,630 94.33%
  Sect 11 Various         
   (a) Representation and Hospitality 283,000 275,420 7,580 97.32%
   (b) Dispute Settlement Panels 1,317,000 1,275,280 41,720 96.83%
   (c) Experts 50,000 24,000 26,000 48.00%
   (e) Library 613,700 644,280 (30,580) 104.98%
   (f) Publications 470,000 818,450 (348,450) 174.14%
   (g) Public Information Activities 320,000 193,220 126,780 60.38%
   (h) External Auditors 40,000 38,920 1,080 97.30%
   (i) Ministerial Operating Fund 600,000 600,000   100.00%
   (j) ISO 57,000 57,280 (280) 100.49%
   (k) Other 80,000 62,860 17,140 78.58%
   (m) Security Enhancement 
Programme 330,000 330,000   100.00%
  Sect 12 Unforeseen 100,000   100,000 0.00%
D Sect 13 ITC 16,765,950 16,765,950   100.00%
    TOTAL 176,865,250 171,454,270 5,410,980 96.94% WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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APPELLATE BODY  PERFORMANCE AGAINST BUDGET 31 AUGUST 2007 
 Part Section 2007 
Budget Estimated 
Expenditure
to 
31 Dec. 2007 Projected 
Balance Projected 
Expenditure 
to Total 
Appropriation 
A Sect  1 Work Years         
   (a)Salary 2,013,000 1,857,990 155,010 92.30%
   (b)Pension 406,500 342,100 64,400 84.16%
   (c)Common Staff Costs 379,500 288,460 91,040 76.01%
  Sect  2 Temporary Assistance         
   (a)Temporary Assistance 65,600 68,890 (3,290) 105.02%
   (b)TA Common Staff Costs   24,120 (24,120)   
B Sect  3 Communications         
   (a) Telecommunications 6,500 5,070 1,430 78.00%
   (b) Postal Charges         
  Sect  4 Building Facilities         
   (b) Utilities 13,000 13,000   100.00%
   (c) Maintenance and Insurance 5,000   5,000 0.00%
  Sect  5 Permanent Equipment         
   (a)Permanent Equipment 39,000 39,000   100.00%
  Sect  6 Expendable         
   (a)Expendable Supplies 20,000 11,660 8,340 58.30%
  Sect  7 Contractual Services         
   (a) Reproduction 15,000 10,650 4,350 71.00%
   (b) Office Automation   70 (70)   
C Sect  8 Staff Overheads         
   (a) Training 25,000 21,010 3,990 84.04%
   (b) Insurance 12,000 17,000 (5,000) 141.67%
   (d) Miscellaneous 2,000 1,220 780 61.00%
  Sect  9 Missions         
   (a)Missions Official 10,000 10,000   100.00%
  Sect 11 Various         
   (a) Representation and Hospitality 1,000 740 260 74.00%
   (b) Dispute Settlement Panels         
   (e) Library 10,000 3,290 6,710 32.90%
   (f) Publications   8,370 (8,370)   
   (d) Appellate Body Members 688,100 686,170 1,930 99.72%
    (l) Appellate Body Operating Fund 1,400,000 1,400,000   100.00%
    TOTAL 5,111,200 4,808,810 302,390 94.08%
 
2007 Performance against Budget Review  
 
133. On recommendation of the Committee on Budge t, Finance and Administration (CBFA) 
(Document WT/BFA/82 & 83), Members of the WTO approved the second WTO biennial budget in appropriating CHF 175,000,150 and CHF 180,352,150 for the years 2006 and 2007 respectively, (Document WT/GC/M/100 and WT/GC/M/101). 
134. For 2007, the appropriation is comprised of CHF 176,865,250 for the WTO Secretariat and 
CHF 5,111,200 for the regular expenditure of the Appellate Body and its Secretariat.  
135. The 2007 budget contained provision for:  i) two fully funded new posts of 'Internal Auditor' 
and 'Assistant' ii)  an allocation of CHF 1,000,0 00 for the restructuring plan which was transformed 
into the 'Restructuring Operating Fund' (ROF) in 2007 and iii)  the increase of CHF 375,000 for the HR Reform Project.   WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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  136. Estimated expenditure for the WTO and the Appe llate Body Secretariats for 2007 is foreseen 
at CHF 176,263,080 equating to an aggregate budgetary  surplus of CHF 5,713,370 .  This anticipated 
budgetary surplus is comprised of budgetary surp luses of CHF 5,410,980  and CHF 302,390 for the 
Secretariats of the WTO and Appellate Body resp ectively.  The three tables, reflecting the 2007 
anticipated budgetary position as foreseen on 31 August 2007, are:  
• Consolidated Performance against 2007 – combining the anticipated budget positions 
of the Secretariat of the WTO and the Appellate Body, 
• WTO Performance against Budget 2007, and 
• Appellate Body Performance against Budget 2007. 
137. The detailed explanations that follow are based on the consolidated position for 2007. 
Part A  Staff Costs
 
 138. Part A of the budget covers all expenditure with  respect to the salaries, pensions and common 
staff costs for those staff in regular positions (Section 1) and those hired under temporary assistance 
(Section 2).  The aggregate budget position for Part  A anticipates that budgetary allocations will 
exceed expenditure by CHF 4,857,980. 
139. The major contributing factors that support our forecast are that: (i) Expenditure patterns for 
the first eight months are below average;  (ii) the initial 2007 budget revision was not implemented, 
Senior Management opted to present a budget that c ontained only statutory increases, (iii) the 2007 
budget anticipated salary adjustments of 2.0 per cent were finally approved at 1.08 per cent;  (iv) the 
anticipated revision of the premiums for medical in surances of 10.0 per cent was finally announced at 
1.40 per cent and (v) the consolidation of temporary assistance into posts over the past five years as 
well as firmer control over temporary assistance resulted in additional requests being funded from 
vacant posts. 
Part B Administrative Costs
 
 140. Administrative costs include the maintenance and insurance of the building and associated 
facilities, permanent and expendable equipment,  communication costs, costs related to the 
reproduction of documents and those for informati cs/office automation.  Anticipated consolidated 
budgetary savings are foreseen for the sections unde r Part B amounting to a total  of CHF 654,870. 
This saving is primarily anticipated under:  (i) Section 3 – Communications CHF 393,820 due to 
different telephone providers as well as the fact that  the remote access facility is no longer subscribed;  
(ii) Section 5 – Permanent Equipment CHF 86,560 due to a change in pr ocurement for various 
machines which were rented in 2006 with a provisi on to have them leased in 2007.  It was finally 
deemed cheaper to purchase these items and have th e cost of their rental in 2006 deducted from the 
purchase price in 2007;  (iii) Section 4 – Buildi ng Facilities CHF 65,900 due to less storage space 
needed and savings in electricity and (iv) Sec tion 7 – Contractual Services CHF 67,940 due to 
reduced maintenance costs for the switchboard in anticipation of the new replacement switchboard 
foreseen for the end of 2007.  WT/BFA/SPEC/171 
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Part C  Other Costs  
 141. Other Costs cover staff overhead costs (trainin g, insurance and costs related to shared 
common services), missions, hospitality, Dispute Se ttlement Panels, Trade Policy Training Courses, 
public information activities, external auditors, c ontribution to the International Trade Centre, and 
unforeseen expenditure.  The net consolidated budg etary saving of CHF 200,520 anticipated for 2007 
under Part C of the budget is mainly made up of th e following:  i) Section 10- Trade Policy Courses 
CHF 200,630 reflecting an anticipated saving for th e 'Geneva Week' as fewer participants attended 
than had been foreseen;  and Section 12- Unfo reseen CHF 100,000, no call being made for this 
allocation.  However, this budgetary saving is of fset by a budgetary deficit under: Section 11 -
 Various of CHF 158,470  which is primarily du e to item f) 'Publications' where a change in 
accounting practices with respect to the costs of sales for publications sold has been implemented. 
142. Finally, with respect to the Ministerial Operating Fund and that of the Appellate Body 
Operating Fund the entire budget allocations have be en deployed to replenish these operating funds.  
143. In overall terms, the rate of implementation of the WTO budget in 2007 is anticipated to reach 
96.86 per cent. 
 
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