Breadcrumb Home Frequently Asked Questions UN Family in Geneva Why is the World Trade Organization (WTO) in the list of United Nations entities? FAQ categories The Palais des Nations UN Geneva UN Family in Geneva Library & Archives News & Media Delegates Conference Management Civil Society WTO is the successor to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). WTO is not a United Nations specialized agency and it is not part of the United Nations system, but has cooperative arrangements and practices with the United Nations. Related information UN Facts ABOUT Geneva WTO