The deep interdependence woven by globalisation would square the circle between competing national interests and multilateral obligations.

We recommend that Member Nations harmonize external tariffs on a sector-by-sector basis, to the lowest prevailing rate consistent with multilateral obligations.

Developing countries must turn back this unfavourable tide through a fundamental reshaping of free trade agreements and multilateral obligations.

By publishing algorithmic regulations to the internet, Sudan could reduce transaction costs for traders, support cross-border ecommerce and comply with future multilateral obligations.