WTO Announces Winner of 23rd John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition

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The 23rd edition of the John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition, hosted by the World Trade Organization (WTO), was won by Strathmore University, Kenya, after a fierce competition featuring 65 universities from around the world. The competition, which is a simulated hearing under the WTO dispute settlement system, saw the best teams from 15 WTO member countries compete in Geneva from June 10 to 14. The event is a prime example of the WTO's efforts to build capacity in international trade law.

Key Takeaways:

  • Strathmore University, Kenya, emerged as the overall winner of the 23rd edition of the John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition.
  • West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, India, finished as the runner-up.
  • The competition saw 65 universities from around the world participate, with 24 teams from 15 WTO member countries competing in the final rounds.
  • The winning team from Strathmore University consisted of Mr. Anthony Kigochu Mburu, Ms. Clare Wangeci Kaira, and Mr. Javier Delmar Mario.
  • The WTO warmly congratulates both teams and wishes them success in their future careers in international trade law.
  • The competition is organized by the European Law Students' Association (ELSA) and has been a technical supporter of the WTO since its inception in 2002.

Statistics:

  • 65 universities from around the world participated in the competition.
  • 24 teams from 15 WTO member countries competed in the final rounds.
  • The competition was held in Geneva from June 10 to 14.
  • 50% tuition scholarships are available for participants to study at Georgetown University Law Center (United States).
  • 2 Jackson scholars will be designated each year at Georgetown University.

Sources:

  • World Trade Organization. ↑ Geneva, Switzerland: WTO co-hosts the final oral round of 23rd John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition, 10-14 June.