Against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and divergent interests, the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) convened in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from February 26 to 29. This gathering, the first in two years, brought together trade ministers from around the world to deliberate on critical issues facing global trade. The stakes were high as delegates sought to address pressing concerns, with a particular focus on fishing,...