Languages Used in WTO General Council Meetings

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Which language is the official language of the WTO?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. Arabic


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

English is the official language of the WTO, as per Article VIII of the Marrakesh Agreement.

How many languages are used in the General Council meetings of the WTO?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 5


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The three languages used in the General Council meetings of the WTO are English, French, and Spanish.

Which language is used for interpretation during General Council meetings?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Interpretation is provided in all three official languages of the WTO during General Council meetings.

Which language is used for the official records of the General Council meetings?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The official records of the General Council meetings are kept in English.

When was the decision made to use three languages in the General Council meetings of the WTO?

  1. 1995

  2. 1996

  3. 1997

  4. 1998


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The decision to use three languages in the General Council meetings of the WTO was made in 1995.

Which countries proposed the use of three languages in the General Council meetings of the WTO?

  1. France, Spain, and Mexico

  2. Canada, Australia, and New Zealand

  3. India, Brazil, and South Africa

  4. Japan, China, and Korea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

France, Spain, and Mexico proposed the use of three languages in the General Council meetings of the WTO.

What is the purpose of using three languages in the General Council meetings of the WTO?

  1. To ensure equal participation of all members

  2. To promote transparency and accountability

  3. To facilitate communication and understanding

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of using three languages in the General Council meetings of the WTO is to ensure equal participation of all members, promote transparency and accountability, and facilitate communication and understanding.

Which language is used for the translation of WTO documents?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

WTO documents are translated into all three official languages of the organization.

How many interpreters are typically present during General Council meetings?

  1. 10

  2. 15

  3. 20

  4. 25


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Typically, there are around 20 interpreters present during General Council meetings.

What is the role of the interpreters during General Council meetings?

  1. To translate speeches and statements

  2. To provide simultaneous interpretation

  3. To ensure that all participants can understand the proceedings

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The interpreters' role is to translate speeches and statements, provide simultaneous interpretation, and ensure that all participants can understand the proceedings.

Which language is used for the website of the WTO?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The WTO website is available in all three official languages of the organization.

Which language is used for the press releases and statements issued by the WTO?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Press releases and statements issued by the WTO are available in all three official languages.

Which language is used for the dispute settlement proceedings of the WTO?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. Any of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The language used for dispute settlement proceedings in the WTO can be any of the three official languages, as agreed upon by the parties involved.

Which language is used for the training and capacity-building programs organized by the WTO?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The WTO offers training and capacity-building programs in all three official languages.

Which language is used for the outreach and public engagement activities of the WTO?

  1. English

  2. French

  3. Spanish

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The WTO conducts outreach and public engagement activities in all three official languages.

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