In Singapore we took the first steps towards the Framework for establishing meaningful cooperation. We need to go further and to do so we need the financial resources. In Seattle let us be generous. But our agenda should go beyond this. Sound domestic policies, that are well understood by the public at large, and good governance are fundamental determinants of progress.
Transparency is a key.
In this the trading system can and should help. To this end decisions in Seattle to move to agreements on Transparency in Government Procurement and Trade Facilitation would be a modest start albeit with a profound message. And we need to ensure that we are understood. A decision in Seattle to continue our efforts to improve the transparency of the WTO and to implement more regular outreach initiatives will help build understanding and support for our efforts. But there are adjustment costs and there are those who perceive inequities in globalization.