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Declaration of the third Continental Assembly of the Platform
28-May-2025 América Latina Mejor sin TLC
After two days of debate, the organisations and networks of the Latin America and the Caribbean Better Without FTAs Platform issued a declaration reaffirming their commitment to the sovereignty and protagonism of the peoples, social and environmental justice.
The false dilemma between protectionism and free trade
27-May-2025 TNI
The tariff policy of Donald Trump’s second term as president of the United States represents a reconfiguration of global trade and poses serious challenges for movements against free trade agreements worldwide.
India’s dairy sector pushes for safeguards in US trade talks
27-May-2025 Reuters
India, the world’s largest milk producer, must protect millions of small dairy farmers in its trade talks with the United States to avoid market disruption from any surge in US imports, industry officials said.
Resurgence of contract-based ISDS and the risk of internationalizing investor–state relations
27-May-2025 IISD
As investment treaties face increased resistance from all quarters, there have been renewed calls to prioritize contract-based arbitrations pursuant to arbitration clauses in investment agreements negotiated between foreign investors and host states.
EU and Ukraine preparing to negotiate new trade agreement – Polish minister
27-May-2025 MSN
Ukraine and the EU are preparing for negotiations on a new trade agreement. The Polish minister emphasized the need for Ukraine’s agricultural sector to comply with European standards.
Switzerland and US agree to accelerate trade talks, Swiss president says
27-May-2025 Reuters
Switzerland and the United States have agreed to accelerate their trade talks and are determined to reach an agreement quickly, Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter said, without specifying a time frame.
EU ’fully committed’ to reaching US trade deal: commissioner
27-May-2025 France 24
The European Union remains "fully committed" to reaching a trade agreement with the United States, the bloc’s trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic said following calls with top US officials.
Malaysia and GCC launched free trade agreement negotiations
27-May-2025 Indiplomacy
Malaysia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have officially launched negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aiming to deepen bilateral trade and investment ties across goods, services, and broader economic cooperation.
UAE-Phl FTA to be signed next month
27-May-2025 Daily Tribune
The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are expected to sign their first-ever Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in June, marking a historic milestone in their bilateral relations.
Indonesia, Ethiopia eye stronger economic, BRICS cooperation
26-May-2025 Antara
Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono and Ethiopian Ambassador to Indonesia, Fekadu Beyene Aleka, discussed intensifying cooperation between the two countries and the BRICS group of developing world economies.
Trump agrees to extend EU trade talks after 50% tariff threat
26-May-2025 BBC
US President Donald Trump has agreed to extend a deadline to negotiate tariffs with the European Union by more than a month.
India likely to allow government contracts to foreign firms including US amid trade talks
26-May-2025 The Times of India
India is preparing to open a significant portion of its protected government procurement market to foreign companies, including firms from the United States, two government sources said, marking a notable policy shift that could extend to other trading partners.
Piyush Goyal meets EU counterpart for second time in a month on FTA talks
26-May-2025 The Economic Times
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has met European Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic in Brussels, their second meeting within a month, to discuss the proposed free trade agreement.
Arbitration body raises amount awarded to Enagas to $302 million in process against Peru
26-May-2025 Reuters
Spanish gas grid operator Enagas said the World Bank’s ICSID raised the amount the company is entitled to be paid in an arbitration process over a pipeline it built in the country.
Guatemala found liable for not protecting hydroelectric project from violent protests
26-May-2025 Herbert Smith Freehills
Earlier this year, a split ICSID Tribunal found Guatemala liable to pay USD 68.5 million in damages plus interest to Panamanian company Energia y Renovación Holding.
Gender equality key feature in FTAs
26-May-2025 Hindustan Times
India’s free trade agreements (FTAs) with the United Kingdom and the European Union include specific provisions aimed at promoting women’s economic empowerment and gender equality, unlocking around $500 billion in trade opportunities by 2030.
PHL-Canada to conduct exploratory talks for a bilateral FTA in June
26-May-2025 Business World Online
The Philippines and Canada are set to begin exploratory talks for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) in early June, focusing on key sectors such as electronics, semiconductors, and agricultural products like bananas, pineapples, and coconut.
China woos Sri Lanka with FTA and business deals
26-May-2025 The Economic Times
China and Sri Lanka are discussing a free trade agreement. A Chinese delegation will attend a trade and investment forum in Colombo. They will explore strengthening economic cooperation. Memoranda of understanding are expected to be signed.
Vietnam, US conclude second round of talks on reciprocal trade deal
26-May-2025 Vietnam Plus
Vietnam and the United States made progress during the second round of reciprocal trade agreement negotiations held in Washington D.C., focusing on harmonizing interests and addressing key economic and trade issues.
China, Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to expand CPEC during trilateral talks
26-May-2025 Hindustan Times
China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan, deepening cooperation on trade, infrastructure, and development as part of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).