Trade in action: Gateways to global markets 

Trade doesn’t happen on paper - it happens in ports, factories and digital platforms. Turning agreements into real-world commerce takes more than political will; it takes practical tools, trusted systems and partnerships. 

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Meet our speakers

Silvio Dulinsky
Silvio Dulinsky
Deputy Secretary General
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Prudence Sebahizi
Hon. Prudence Sebahizi
Minister of Trade and Industry
Rwanda

Frederick Gume Ngobi
Hon. Frederick Gume Ngobi
State Minister for Cooperatives
Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives
Mohamed Ali
Mohamed Ali
Director of Trade in Goods and Competition
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat

Why attend?

How can standards, trade systems and smart policy deliver real results in today’s complex global economy?

From harmonized tariffs to digital frameworks, this high-level ministerial panel uncovers the mechanisms that make trade flow.

  • Discover the tools that support fair trade, export growth and reliable import;
  • Gain strategic insights on how global standards can help turn free trade agreements into market access;
  • Explore opportunities for collaboration across borders and sectors.

Trade isn’t just about access – it’s about impact. Be part of the conversation that’s redefining how the world does business.

With thanks to our ISO Annual Meeting 2025 sponsors

With
special thanks
and support by

Republic of Rwanda