The Seattle WTO protests

The Seattle WTO protests in 1999 were a significant social movement against the World Trade Organization (WTO) and its policies. Held during a ministerial conference in Seattle, thousands of activists, including labor unions, environmentalists, and human rights advocates, voiced concerns about the effects of globalization, such as job loss, environmental degradation, and the prioritization of corporate interests over local communities. The protests led to clashes with police and garnered widespread media attention, highlighting global trade's controversial impact and prompting discussions about reforms in international economic policies and practices.