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A decade after Seattle, WTO faces protests, debate

GENEVA (AP) — A decade after the 'Battle in Seattle', the United States, China and other top commercial powers gathered once again Monday with tear gas lingering in the streets to assess what role trade can play in spearheading global economic growth.

The arguments in favor and against an international trade liberalization deal remain the same, with supporters saying an agreement to cut tariffs...

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