Who we are

The Tasman Transparency Group is a private, not-for-profit group dedicated to strengthening the WTO multilateral trading system through better transparency of trade policy at home. Members of the Group and their affiliation are on the following link and a steering committee is comprised of representatives from industry and academia. They include people who have written extensively on the subject of trade policy and domestic transparency (members). 

Our approach

The approach we propose to strengthen the WTO cannot now change the outcome of the Doha Round. Its purpose is longer-term — to help underpin the future viability of the multilateral system. We believe a relevant and forward-focused response is needed to allay negative reactions about the future of the WTO system following the 'suspension' of negotiations in the Doha Round. Further explanation of our proposal is on the publication 'An Initiative to Strengthen the WTO'   (publications). It is the best response on offer that addresses the causes of the difficulties now facing the WTO. We encourage others interested in strengthening the global trading system to support the initiative and join our group (contact us).