No global trade round has been concluded without American leadership, and Doha will be no exception.

ECONOMIST: Trade

Without a deal on agriculture, Doha will fail.

ECONOMIST: Doubts about Doha | The

Everyone in Washington knows that the Doha talks have little future without fast-track extension.

FORBES: U.S. Trade Policy Enters Uncertain Territory

The Doha round will not succeed without support from developing countries.

ECONOMIST: Trade

Without it, all future trade agreements involving the U.S. are uncertain, and without meaningful U.S. involvement, the Doha round is essentially history.

FORBES: From Hard Line To Fast Track

If you are not hungry, recharge by the beach at the Inter Continental Doha, which has a reputation for high quality service without the attitude.

BBC: A perfect day in Doha

Despite all Doha's difficulties, world trade has been growing nicely without it (see chart).

ECONOMIST: World trade