International trade
Nigerian businesses are at risk of losing competitiveness and struggling to adapt to a changing global trade environment due to the country's weak logistics sector and infrastructure. Experts have emphasized the need for reforms in Nigeria's supply chain system, including better power infrastructure, streamlined port processes,
International trade
China and Namibia are celebrating a significant milestone in their diplomatic relationship, with the two countries marking 35 years of friendly exchanges and cooperation. The nations have enjoyed a strong partnership, with China being Namibia's major trading partner and largest source of foreign direct investment. The relationship has
International trade
The Chinese and US delegations engaged in constructive dialogue regarding economic and trade issues, including TikTok, and reached a basic framework consensus on resolving the issues. China's international trade representative, Li Chenggang, stated that the countries recognized the importance of a stable China-US economic and trade relationship, which
International trade
A new study from the China University of Mining and Technology Beijing has revealed the evolutionary characteristics and robustness of global refined oil trade networks. Under a growing uncertain external environment, the study found that heavy oil trade exhibited higher trade efficiency than light oil from 2012 to 2021 due
International trade
Finland's Prime Minister Petteri Orpo has acknowledged that the country's economic growth has slumped due to its sanctions on Russian goods, costing billions in investments. The sanctions, imposed in 2022, have caused trade between the two nations to plummet from $11 billion in 2021 to $1.
International trade
The Port of Aqaba, a critical maritime transportation hub in Jordan, has shown remarkable growth in its operations over the first eight months of the year. This recovery and enhanced efficiency are attributed to the Jordan Shipping Association's (JMA) efforts to boost competitiveness and strengthen operational capacities, attracting
International trade
US President Donald Trump has asked the G7 finance ministers to impose tariffs on China and India, citing their continued support for Russia's war in Ukraine. The request was made during a call on Friday, where the agenda also included further sanctions on Russia and possible trade actions
International trade
Soldiers and firefighters from the U.S. Army Garrison Italy joined Italian officials on September 11 to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93. The ceremony, held at Padova's Memoria e Luce monument, honored
International trade
A bipartisan delegation of the House Committee on Homeland Security, led by Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY), visited Ground Zero on the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, paying tribute to the 2,977 lives lost. The delegation honored the memories of the victims by laying roses
International trade
Twenty-four years have passed since four commercial jetliners were converted into weapons of terror, targeting innocent Americans on a beautiful Tuesday morning in September. At 8:46 a.m., the first plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center, followed by the South Tower being struck at 9:
International trade
The Port of Itaqui, situated in Sao Luis (MA), has emerged as a key logistics pillar for Brazilian agribusiness. As the fourth-largest public port in the country and the primary northern arc, this terminal plays a vital role in fertilizing national agricultural production while also serving as a major export
Foreign policy
The Supreme Court's decision to hear a case challenging the legality of President Trump's tariffs is putting his second-term strategy to test. The tariffs, imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), have been a key tool for Trump to force concessions from companies, allies,
