International trade
United States President Donald Trump hinted at stern action from the US if China were to invade Taiwan, a key US ally. Speaking on Sunday, Trump said China would not invade Taiwan while he is President, implying that China understands the consequences of such an action. Trump's remarks
International trade
United States President Donald Trump hinted at stern action from the US if China were to invade Taiwan, a key US ally. Speaking on Sunday, Trump said China would not invade Taiwan while he is President, implying that China understands the consequences of such an action. Trump's remarks
International trade
The signing of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 Upgrade Protocol is set to create significant market and industrial cooperation opportunities for enterprises from both China and ASEAN countries. The protocol, which was signed on Tuesday in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, aims to enhance competitiveness, attract sustainable investment, and strengthen
International negotiations
The US Supreme Court's verdict on President Donald Trump's use of emergency powers to impose tariffs could significantly impact global trade deals and Washington's negotiating leverage with key partners, including India. The case, Learning Resources vs Trump, President of the US, is set to
International trade
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved an extension of the rice import ban until the end of the year to help stabilize farm-gate prices of palay (unhusked rice). The initial ban, implemented through Executive Order No. 93, aimed to counter the sharp decline in palay prices ahead of the wet
International trade
United States President Donald Trump hinted at stern action from the US if China were to invade Taiwan, a key US ally. Speaking on Sunday, Trump said China would not invade Taiwan while he is President, implying that China understands the consequences of such an action. Trump's remarks
International trade
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has concluded a significant official visit to Malaysia and the Republic of Korea, marking a significant step in strengthening New Zealand's trade ties and regional relations. The visit culminated in the Prime Minister's attendance at the APEC Leaders' Meeting
International trade
India has submitted a communication to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) urging intensified discussions on promoting secure and interoperable digital public infrastructure (DPI) to support e-commerce and prevent market dominance by major technology companies. This approach would help foster competition, expand opportunities for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and
International trade
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Chinese President Xi Jinping have come together to call for the restoration of global trade mechanisms, despite ongoing maritime disputes between their countries. At the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, Marcos urged the full restoration of the World Trade Organization's (WTO)
International trade
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders have convened in Gyeongju to chart a collective path toward a more connected, innovative, and prosperous Asia-Pacific region. The 2025 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, chaired by the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae Myung, marks a pivotal moment as economies navigate
Carney, Mark
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney recently apologized to US President Donald Trump over an anti-tariff advertisement produced by the province of Ontario that was perceived as misrepresenting former US President Ronald Reagan's views on trade. The advertisement, which was used in a commercial, featured Reagan's speech
Creativity
Tope Abuloye, a United Kingdom-based Nigerian entrepreneur, is set to launch Sokofa, a digital marketplace that will connect African artisans, designers, and producers directly with global buyers. This platform, developed by Abuloye, is an expansion of his previous venture, BuyAvrika LLC, which promoted African craftsmanship and introduced new audiences to
