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King witnesses signing of Joint Declaration on EU-Jordan Strategic, Comprehensive Partnership
30-Jan-2025 The Jordan Times
The comprehensive strategic partnership builds on the EU-Jordan Association Agreement signed in 1997 and entered into force in 2002.
EU wants to speed up free trade deal with PH
30-Jan-2025 Bilyonaryo
The EU is pushing for a fast-tracked free trade agreement with the Philippines, citing interest from European investors. Negotiations, which resumed in March 2024, are expected to continue, with the EU open to finalizing parts of the agreement even if some areas remain unresolved.
Algeria to review association agreement with the European Union
29-Jan-2025 Atalayar
Algeria has decided to respond to the increase in criticism of its policies from European countries with the striking decision to review the Association Agreement with the European Union once again.
EU considering new trade regime with Ukraine, media reports
29-Jan-2025 The Kyiv Independent
The European Union does not plan to extend the preferential trade agreement framework in its current form past its June 5 expiration date and is considering a new set of rules instead.
EU-Mexico conclusion of a new trade agreement: the EU Commission adds more fuel to farmers’ anger
29-Jan-2025 European Coordination Via Campesina
ECVC condemns the decision of the leaders of the European Commission and Mexico to conclude the EU-Mexico trade agreement negotiations, just one and a half months after the EU-Mercosur deal negotiations were finalised.
Over 250 Parliamentarians from 17 EU countries urge the suspension of the EU Association Agreement with Israel
28-Jan-2025 European Coordination of Committees and Associations for Palestine
Over 250 Parliamentarians from 17 EU countries called for the suspension of the EU Association Agreement with Israel citing Israel’s breaches of the art 2, so called ’human rights’ clause of the treaty.
As Trump returns, the EU rediscovers the art of the trade deal
27-Jan-2025 Politico
The European Union has clinched a string of pacts after the United States, its top trading partner, flipped into full protectionist mode.
Thailand aims to conclude FTA talks with EU this year: commerce minister
27-Jan-2025 The Nation Thailand
Thailand is prioritizing the finalization of a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) this year, following a recent FTA signed with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The country is also pursuing FTAs with Canada, the UAE, South Korea, and Bhutan, aiming to expand its trade partnerships significantly.
EU plans to shield farmers from free trade deal with South America
24-Jan-2025 Euronews
The European Commission has proposed financial support for farmers negatively impacted by the EU-Mercosur trade agreement – but the safety net would only be triggered in the ‘worst-case scenario’.
Philippines to push for free trade deal with US
24-Jan-2025 Business World
The Philippines will double down on securing a bilateral free trade agreement with the US, which it assumes would be more possible under the administration of President Donald J. Trump.
Amid tensions, Algeria’s Tebboune seeks to re-negotiate EU association agreement
23-Jan-2025 The Arab Weekly
Le président algérien a présidé une réunion stratégique dédiée à l’examen de l’état d’avancement des préparatifs en vue de renégocier cet accord, en vigueur depuis 2005.
An urgent call from European trade unions: Suspend the Association Agreement with Israel
22-Jan-2025 ETUN Palestine
European trade union organisations and confederations called on the European Commission to fulfill its obligations and review the Israeli Government’s compliance with article two of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.
Von der Leyen announces visit to India
22-Jan-2025 Politico
The EU is keen to reactivate talks on a trade agreement with New Delhi.
IEU CEPA: A threat to the environment, indigenous peoples, and biodiversity
21-Jan-2025 Indonesia for Global Justice
Indonesia for Global Justice (IGJ) and WALHI (Friends of the Earth Indonesia) released a joint statement raises critical concerns about the proposed Indonesia-EU CEPA. It highlights the potential negative impacts of the agreement, particularly when coupled with Indonesia’s Omnibus Law, on the environment, Indigenous communities, and biodiversity.
Indonesia welcomes WTO ruling on EU curbs on palm oil biofuel
21-Jan-2025 Antara News
Indonesia won a WTO case against the EU regarding discriminatory biofuel regulations. The WTO ruled that the EU unfairly treated Indonesian palm oil-based biofuel, which the EU had deemed unsustainable due to deforestation concerns. This ruling is expected to impact the EU’s anti-deforestation regulation (EUDR) and potentially speed up trade negotiations between Indonesia and the EU.
Malaysia, EU resume negotiations for landmark free trade deal
21-Jan-2025 The Star
Malaysia and the EU have resumed negotiations for a free trade agreement (MEUFTA). This renewed effort aims to strengthen economic ties, boost Malaysian exports (especially in electronics, palm oil, and scientific equipment), and attract EU investment in sectors like green energy and advanced manufacturing.
UK’s Starmer wants speedy Donald Trump trade talks
20-Jan-2025 Politico
The prime minister wants talks with the new US president’s team to start in the weeks ahead.
Nationality to take over ideology in MEP debate on Mercosur
20-Jan-2025 Euractiv
The agricultural issue once again exposed sharp divisions within political groups in the European Parliament, as EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič faced his first grilling over the EU-Mercosur trade deal since its signing in December.
India, EU lay roadmap to strengthen trade and investment
20-Jan-2025 Live Mint
Indian Commerce Minister and European Trade Commissioner met to discuss expediting the India-EU FTA, signals a renewed push to advance negotiations on the India-EU FTA, a pact that has faced hurdles over the years due to differences on issues such as market access, tariff reductions and regulatory alignment.
PH-EU trade talks to resume February
20-Jan-2025 Manila Times
The European Union (EU) and the Philippines will resume free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations in Manila next month, following an initial round in October 2024. Negotiations, paused in 2017 due to EU concerns over human rights, are targeted for completion by 2026.