International trade
As the world grapples with the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has been using tariffs as a tool to pressurize nations into compliance. India and China, two key trading partners of Russia, have found themselves in the crosshairs of Trump's trade policies. The
International trade
Thyssenkrupp, the German industrial conglomerate, has reduced its annual sales and profit guidance due to weakening demand driven by US tariffs and global trade uncertainty. The company's shares fell 8.8% in Frankfurt as chief executive Miguel Lopez attributed the decline to a "weak market environment."
International trade
The Directorate-General (DG) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's commendation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's economic policies has further entrenched the administration's efforts in stabilizing Nigeria's economy. According to the WTO DG, President Tinubu and his team have worked
International trade
India's response to the challenges posed by the US tariffs and the shift in the global trade order should not be limited to merely economic reforms or increasing ties with non-American economies. A larger issue is at play - a new ideological contestation on the global stage aimed
International trade
A recent study has evaluated the potential responses of Thai sugarcane farmers to policy reforms informed by the 2016 World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute, which requires the liberalisation of Thailand's sugar sector. The research found that approximately half of the surveyed farmers intend to exit the industry under
International trade
Nigeria's economic reform programme has been lauded by the World Trade Organisation (WTO) Director-General, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who praised the administration's swift stabilisation of the economy, saying it is a crucial foundation for attracting investment and expanding growth. The WTO chief also commended the administration'
International trade
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued the final results of the countervailing duty administrative review of certain hot-rolled steel flat products from the Republic of Korea. The review determined that Hyundai Steel Company and POSCO, producers/exporters of hot-rolled steel, received countervailable subsidies during the period of review
Indian foreign relations
As the world grapples with the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has been using tariffs as a tool to pressurize nations into compliance. India and China, two key trading partners of Russia, have found themselves in the crosshairs of Trump's trade policies. The
International trade
The U.S. Department of Commerce has issued a final determination that sol gel alumina-based ceramic abrasive grains from China are being, or are likely to be, sold in the United States at less-than-fair-value (LTFV). The period of investigation (POI) was April 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024, and the
International trade
China's Ministry of Commerce has announced that it will begin reviewing anti-dumping measures on Indian-origin single-mode optical fibers on August 14, following their expiration. The review, initiated by domestic fiber optic manufacturers, aims to determine whether the repeal of current measures will lead to a resumption of dumping
International trade
The global Smart Port Market is expected to experience significant growth, driven by increasing attention to port efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability, as well as the growing volumes of international trade and cargo flows. The market is anticipated to reach USD 7.95 billion by 2030, growing at a compound
International trade
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC) have launched the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund, a US$ 50-million initiative supporting women-led micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in developing countries to improve their digital capabilities, financial readiness, and export potential. The fund has
