Developing countries gain equal footing in global trade agreements, reshaping economic landscapes.
The Uruguay Round negotiations focused on reducing trade barriers, especially in agriculture. Developing countries made significant tariff cuts, saving more on imports than developed countries. Tariff bindings were extended for most developing countries. However, there was less progress in reducing subsidies and border protection for agricultural products. Developed countries delayed eliminating textile restrictions until 2005. Developing countries have increased anti-dumping cases against each other since the Uruguay Round.