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WTO lifts global trade outlook as AI boom powers Asian growth

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Briefings

The World Trade Organization's chief economist, Robert Staiger, stated in a 2026 interview that global supply chains demonstrated greater resilience than anticipated following the Middle East conflict. This resilience is attributed to the accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence, which drives growth in Asian economies. The report indicates that trade disruptions are being absorbed by existing infrastructure rather than causing a collapse in global commerce.

Key points

• Robert Staiger, the World Trade Organization's chief economist, confirmed in a 2026 interview with CNA's Olivia Marzuki that global supply chains proved more resilient than expected to Middle East conflict disruptions.
• The resilience of supply chains is driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, which powers growth in Asian economies and absorbs potential trade shocks.

Context and limitations

This briefing is based on a single interview with Robert Staiger from October 2026. It does not include data on specific trade volumes, regional economic impacts, or future projections beyond the immediate context of the interview.

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