US seeks party to mediate Mexico's ban on genetically modified corn

WASHINGTON D.C.: Amid its ongoing row with Mexico over limits on the use of genetically modified corn, the US government announced it was requesting the convening of a dispute settlement panel.

In a statement, Mexico's Economy Department said it had received the notification and would defend its position, stressing that "the measures under debate had no effect on trade," and, therefore, do not violate the