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Humans Group initiates arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Uzbekistan to protect its investment
Humans Mobile Ltd, an international holding company and owner of Humans’ business in Uzbekistan, has formally initiated arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Singapore and EU sign digital trade pact, deepening cooperation amid global uncertainties
Singapore and the European Union inked a digital trade agreement designed to provide greater clarity and legal certainty for businesses on both sides to transact online more seamlessly.
Singapore-Pacific Alliance free trade agreement enters into force for Republic, Chile and Peru
A free trade agreement has entered into force for Singapore, Chile and Peru, three of the five partner countries in the Pacific Alliance-Singapore FTA.
Pacific Alliance–Singapore free trade agreement to enter into force on 3 May 2025
The agreement will provide greater access to Latin American markets for Singaporean companies, particularly in industries such as infrastructure, professional services, digital trade, and agri-food.
Sri Lanka, Bangladesh in queue to join RCEP: Singapore foreign minister
Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan revealed that Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Hong Kong are interested in joining the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), which currently has 15 members after India withdrew due to concerns over its trade imbalance with China.
Small countries sit at nexus of tariff trade-offs
In response to Trump’s moves, Australian Prime Minister’s government is now trying to revive a free-trade agreement with the European Union and woo countries from Indonesia to India to the United Arab Emirates.
Council moves one step closer to concluding the Digital Trade Agreement with Singapore
The Council adopted the decision on the signature of the Digital Trade Agreement with Singapore. It also preliminarily backed the decision on the conclusion of the agreement, pending the European Parliament’s consent.
ETUC position on EU digital trade agreements with 3rd countries
Digital trade agreements should not prevent enforcement of workers’ rights or indeed the improvement of working conditions.
EU-Singapore digital trade agreement: Key points for consumers
The EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement is the first EU trade deal focused solely on digital trade. While it aims to strengthen online consumer protections, some provisions could put fundamental rights at risk.
Commission presents Council with EU’s first-ever digital trade agreement
The European Commission has presented its digital trade agreement with Singapore to the Council, seeking authorisation for its signature.
Sri Lanka goes ahead with Singapore Free Trade Agreement
Sri Lanka has decided to proceed with its existing free trade agreement (FTA) with Singapore, despite a previous suspension. The decision is based on policy continuity, with some tariff reductions already implemented.
Sri Lanka Singapore Free Trade Agreement implementation in limbo
Import tax reductions for the people of Sri Lanka under a free trade agreement with Singapore has been halted, suspending the implementation of the deal.
Clive Palmer’s foreign investor claims against Australia now $420b
Clive Palmer’s latest claims join a growing global list of ISDS claims by fossil fuel companies defined by the UN and the OECD as threats to the global climate transition.
Kazakh President inks law on free trade between EAEU and Singapore
Since the agreement comes into force, Singapore is to rescind all the existing tariffs on imports and will be obliged not to apply tariff and non-tariff trade restrictions.
Govt. not against free trade agreements: Chaturanga Abeysinghe
The Sri Lankan government will negotiate with the Indian government on how to rectify the concerns raised against the Economic and Technology Co-operation Agreement while reviewing the Singapore Free Trade Agreement.
Upgraded China-S’pore free trade pact takes effect, will enhance market access for businesses
China and Singapore have upgraded a 15-year-old free trade deal to further open up their markets to investors and services suppliers on both sides, and expand cooperation in telecoms services.
S Alam threatens int’l legal action against Bangladesh interim govt
Mohammed Saiful Alam, founding chairman and managing director of the Bangladeshi industrial conglomerate S Alam Group, has initiated legal proceedings as a Singaporean citizen to seek compensation for alleged financial losses.
Bangladesh-Singapore bilateral talks focus on trade and investment
During the meeting, Siddiqi expressed gratitude for Singapore’s continued support for Bangladesh and its collaboration with the interim government, particularly on the free trade agreement negotiations that commenced last month.
Sri Lanka – Singapore FTA text (2018)
EU-Singapore agreement on digital trade (Aug 2024)