International trade
The United States and China, the world's two largest economies, have agreed to a temporary ceasefire in their ongoing trade dispute after a nearly two-hour meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in South Korea. The pact, which is set to be finalized later, includes several key
International trade
The state of Maharashtra in India is poised to accelerate industrial growth and strengthen logistics connectivity along its coastline with a projected INR 56,000 crore investment in the maritime and port sector. The investments, which are part of the state's ongoing efforts to make its ports key
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China's leader, Xi Jinping, has outlined the country's next five-year plan, signaling a continued commitment to competing with the West in advanced manufacturing and technology. The plan, which covers 2026-2030, emphasizes the importance of securing a global lead in key technologies, including semiconductors, high-end equipment, and
Americans
Bipartisan concern is rising in Congress over President Donald Trump's continued imposition of tariffs on American imports, particularly from Canada and Brazil. The penalties, which have been imposed without Congressional approval, are deemed unconstitutional and expensive for American consumers. Sens. Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Rand Paul (R-KY) have
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In a move to bolster bilateral trade and investment between the two nations, the Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) and the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce (CCC) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic cooperation. The renewed pledge was made during a meeting between CCC President Kith Meng and CABC Chair Wayne
International trade
China's leader, Xi Jinping, has outlined the country's next five-year plan, signaling a continued commitment to competing with the West in advanced manufacturing and technology. The plan, which covers 2026-2030, emphasizes the importance of securing a global lead in key technologies, including semiconductors, high-end equipment, and
Americans
Bipartisan concern is rising in Congress over President Donald Trump's continued imposition of tariffs on American imports, particularly from Canada and Brazil. The penalties, which have been imposed without Congressional approval, are deemed unconstitutional and expensive for American consumers. Sens. Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Rand Paul (R-KY) have
International trade
The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) has emphasized the need for swift and decisive action to strengthen the competitiveness of local firms, citing the importance of indigenous enterprises in boosting economic resilience, creating jobs, and harnessing regional and global trade opportunities. GNCCI President Stephane Miezan made this
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The CAREC (Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation) region's potential to play a vital role in the re-globalization agenda was highlighted during a recent event discussing the region's contribution to shaping the multilateral trading system and ongoing WTO reform efforts. Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala emphasized the region'
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The World Trade Organization's (WTO) recent high-level forum on the CAREC region and the multilateral trading system brought together representatives from Central Asia and beyond to share experiences and insights on the benefits of WTO accession and membership. The event highlighted the significant economic reforms and growth achieved
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Global trade policy interventions have seen a significant uptick from around 2019-2020, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, heightened trade tensions among large economies, and rising geopolitical risks. The WTO-IMF Trade Policy Activity (TPA) index, developed by a group of economists from both organizations, captures this dynamic shift in trade policy
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Pakistan's offer of using its Karachi port for the export of Bangladesh's goods and products has been made amid strained ties between Dhaka and New Delhi. This development comes two months after India banned the import of several jute products from Bangladesh through all land routes.
