World trade talks in Geneva keep one eye on Iowa Caucus
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The World Trade Organization is launching its seventh year of Doha trade talks while scrutinizing the Iowa Caucus as an indicator of the potential outcome of the 2008 presidential election in the US. US Republican officials argue that rising protectionism among Democratic candidates may make trade agreements more difficult should they win office.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2007
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Estonia warms to EU and its farm subsidies
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One of the European Union's newest members, Estonia, has been granted farm subsidies that promote free-market investments.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2004
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