Neufeld Nora

A trade lawyer with a specialisation in WTO rules, Ms. Neufeld joined the World Trade Organization in early 2001. As the Secretary of the Negotiating Group on Trade Facilitation, she is responsible for the ongoing negotiations in this field. Ms. Neufeld also engages in several teaching activities - both for the WTO and for two universities - and contributes to various initiatives carried out in cooperation with other intergovernmental organisations, academia and the private sector. She further assumes responsibilities in the area of dispute settlement.          

Before joining the WTO, Ms. Neufeld worked for UNCTAD's International Trade Division, which she joined shortly after having completed her PhD. During her 3 years with this organisation, she held various responsibilities in the areas of research and analysis. Other professional experience includes work for a law firm as well as an assignment for the Austrian Academy of Sciences. Her publications are in the areas of international trade and WTO law.