Free trade
As China continues to evolve as a global manufacturing powerhouse, its exports have grown exponentially, leaving many economies to wonder if it's unleashing a new trade "shock." An entrepreneur from Tanzania, Rhoda Nghelembi, has capitalized on China's vast market, taking seven trips to the
European Union
The European Union and India are on the cusp of finalizing a free trade agreement, a deal that could reshape the rules of global trade. After nearly two decades of negotiations, the two sides are aiming to conclude a pact by the end of 2025. The agreement would not only
Cabinet officials
Brazilian Vice President and Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services Geraldo Alckmin has hailed the country's newly signed free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) as a "strategic and decisive" step for Brazil's trade policy and Mercosur. The agreement, signed
Cabinet officials
Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan Al-Khatib and Moroccan Secretary of State for Foreign Trade Omar Hejira met on the sidelines of the 17th Ministerial Meeting of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to discuss ways of facilitating investment and easing access to each other's
European Union
The European Commission has announced a proposal to suspend free trade with Israel and impose sanctions on two Israeli ministers, citing the Israeli government's actions in Gaza as a breach of human rights and democratic principles. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned the actions of the
Cabinet officials
Peru and Canada have strengthened their bilateral relationship through a virtual meeting between the Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism, Desilu Leon Chempen, and the Minister of International Trade of Canada, Manner Sidhu. The meeting focused on consolidating the relationship and coordinating joint actions in strategic spaces. With a history
Cabinet officials
Pakistan's Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iran's Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Seyyed Muhammad Atabak met in Tehran to discuss ways to enhance bilateral trade and economic cooperation. The talks focused on finalizing a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and activating border markets to facilitate
Cabinet officials
The Ministry of Commerce has issued and promoted the sixth batch of "Best Practice Cases" for pilot free trade zones, highlighting new models and mechanisms for trade facilitation, government function transformation, free flow of factors, open channel construction, and high-quality industrial development. These cases include innovative approaches such
European Union
India and the European Union are accelerating the free trade agreement (FTA) talks, with an interim "early harvest" deal expected by the end of the year. Both sides have made significant progress, with 60--65% of the chapters agreed, and are pushing for market access, visa relaxations, and clarity
European Union
As the 13th round of negotiations for a proposed trade pact between the European Union (EU) and India drew to a close, EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic expressed optimism about the prospects for the agreement. The treaty aims to facilitate two-way trade between the two parties through tariff liberalization, covering
European Union
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal emphasized India's commitment to forging a fair and equitable free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union, with efforts underway to finalize negotiations by December-end. EU trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic expressed confidence in achieving a "very good agreement," despite disagreements
European Union
The European Union (EU) has decided against imposing 100 percent tariffs on India and China, as proposed by US President Donald Trump, citing concerns over legal complications and ongoing trade talks with India. This decision is a relief for India, which was under pressure from Trump's appeal to
