Legislative bills
The Big Beautiful Bill, a far-reaching proposal that includes significant cuts to Medicaid, food assistance, and renewable energy support, has been met with intense unease among Senate Republicans. Despite this, the bill has managed to attract support from several critics, including Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski. The bill'
Exports
Mango exporters from Gujarat have alleged that poor cargo handling at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (SVPI) airport in Ahmedabad has severely damaged their fruit consignments. The issue stems from excessive delays in the pre-departure process and mishandling of cargo, resulting in the damage of at least 7,000 boxes
International trade
The EU's extensive trade barriers and shifting regulations have long frustrated the US, with President Trump branding them excessive and unfair. Among these barriers are hefty tariffs on food products, strict rules, and frequently changing interpretations that impose substantial fines on US companies operating in Europe. The EU&
International trade
The UK's decision to leave the EU has spared it from a potentially damaging trade war between the United States and the European Union, a conflict sparked by disagreements over tariffs, subsidies, and trade practices. President Donald Trump's threat of a 50% tariff on all EU
Exports
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has hailed the new UK-EU deal as a "win-win," marking a significant breakthrough in post-Brexit relations between the two entities. The agreement encompasses a wide range of areas, including defense, food exports, power, fisheries, and steel, with the UK gaining unprecedented access
Exports
During the last 10 months of the current financial year (July-April 2024-25), Pakistan's food group exports decreased by 1.04 per cent, while food imports grew by 0.56 per cent, according to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. This shift in trade balance reflects changes in global demand
Exports
A comprehensive Brexit trade deal has the potential to boost British trade, deliver growth, and create jobs, according to the new deal announced by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Steve Reed. The agreement is expected to cut costs, slash bureaucracy, and remove unnecessary delays at
International trade
Representatives of 26 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Negros Occidental will exhibit their export-quality food products at the International Food Exposition (IFEX) Philippines 2025. This annual event aims to foster networking among key players in the food, beverage, and ingredients industry. According to Engiemar Tupas, chief trade-industry development
International trade
The European Commission has released the latest agri-food trade report, indicating a significant increase in the EU's agri-food trade in January 2025. The report shows that EU agri-food exports reached €19 billion, a 4% increase from the same period in 2024, with the UK remaining the top destination
International trade
Bihar, a major agricultural state in eastern India, is at the forefront of the country's push to boost agri-food exports. The International Buyer-Seller Meet (IBSM) 2025, a two-day event organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) and other stakeholders, has commenced in Patna, bringing together 70
Exports
Industry groups have welcomed the new deal, citing reductions in trade frictions and an increase in growth opportunities. The deal has been hailed as a milestone for British business, with trade unions and businesses urging further details to be ironed out. Key Takeaways: * The UK-EU deal is expected to boost
Exports
In a significant development in the Brexit negotiations, the European Union has offered a compromise on the contentious issue of meat exports, known as the "sausage war," in a bid to secure a comprehensive trade deal with the UK. The agreement, set to be announced on Monday, will
