China Society for World Trade Organization Studies
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| China Society for World Trade Organization Studies | |
| Abbreviation | CWTO |
|---|---|
| Formation | May 1991 |
| Type | National academic association |
| Headquarters | Beijing, China |
Region served | China |
Official language | Chinese |
Parent organization | Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China |
The China Society for World Trade Organization Studies (Chinese: 中国世界贸易组织研究会; abbreviated CWTO) is a national academic association under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China and approved by the State Council.[1] Its predecessor, the GATT Research Association, was established in May 1991 and officially renamed as the China Society for World Trade Organization Studies on January 8, 1996.[2] The society is composed of government officials, experts, scholars, and institutions engaged in World Trade Organization (WTO) affairs, focusing on research of WTO rules, international cooperation, training and consulting services, and the publication of academic materials.[3]