Steve Charnovitz, a professor at George Washington University Law School, was a cherished mentor and esteemed colleague whose contributions profoundly shaped the field of international trade law.

As a dedicated and long-standing member of our editorial board, Steve’s leadership, scholarship, and steadfast support elevated the quality of the World Trade Review and inspired researchers around the world to engage deeply with international trade law and policy.

Steve’s prolific body of work – comprising hundreds of articles, essays, and book reviews, as well as four books – reflects his unwavering commitment to advancing academic and policy debate over a wide range of major issues including existential challenges associated with environmental sustainability, labor rights, and multilateral cooperation.

Beyond his scholarly achievements, Steve stood out as an empathetic colleague, a generous mentor, and a pillar of the trade law community. These qualities were evident when he volunteered to guest-edit the Special Symposium, which appears in this issue.

Steve’s passing is a profound loss to the international trade law community. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.

The World Trade Review Editors and Board Members