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Maldives-Türkiye FTA drawn up, awaiting Turkish parliament approval
The Maldives-Türkiye Free Trade Agreement has been drawn up, Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed has confirmed. The Preferential Trade Agreement for the FTA was finalised.
India, UAE to review trade deal in talks this week, sources say
Indian and Emirati officials are expected to review their trade agreement this week amid concerns raised by Indian industry over a sharp increase in imports of precious metals from the United Arab Emirates.
Mercosur deal ‘not ready’, Commission maintains amid calls to swiftly conclude talks
Divisions remain on agriculture and sustainability in EU-Mercosur trade talks, as 11 member states call for a final deal this year.
Kenya, US edge closer to landmark trade deal as talks enter eighth round
As Kenya and the United States gear up for the eighth round of negotiations under the Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP), the urgency to conclude a long-delayed free trade agreement has intensified.
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA): for whose benefit?
This webinar, scheduled on Thursday 12 September 2024, aims is to collectively reflect on what does this trade deal mean for ordinary Africans in a time of deep climate, economic and food crises.
Korea, Mongolia hold new round of talks for economic partnership agreement
Korea and Mongolia are actively negotiating a comprehensive economic partnership to strengthen bilateral ties. The third round of talks, held in Ulaanbaatar, focused on expanding trade, investment, and supply chain cooperation. Korea aims to diversify its markets and stabilize supply chains through this partnership.
India for stricter Rules of Origin in auto sector under India, UK trade agreement
India and the UK are negotiating a free trade agreement. The UK seeks reduced tariffs on goods, while India wants greater market access for its professionals and protection for its auto industry. Both countries are also discussing sustainability and innovation in the automotive sector.
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Georgia, South Korea finalise economic partnership agreement in Tbilisi meeting
Georgian and South Korean officials held the final round of talks for an economic partnership agreement, resulting in agreement on “key areas” including trade in goods and services, intellectual property rights and customs.
GCC, Indonesia begin free trade agreement negotiations
The GCC and Indonesia are launching negotiations for a free trade agreement. The talks aim to reduce tariffs, simplify trade procedures, and promote investment. The agreement is expected to strengthen economic ties between the two regions.
SAMIR case: Morocco, Corral Holdings file for rectification of ICSID ruling
The SAMIR affair, dating back to the refinery’s 2015 closure, has seen Morocco and Corral Holdings locked in a bitter dispute before the ICSID tribunal.
A portrait of transnational power in Mexico: the investment protection system and its consequences
This report looks at Mexico’s investment protection regime and outlines its main consequences for the country.
Mercosur-China trade talks must address imbalance, Paraguay says
South American trade bloc Mercosur would be willing to negotiate a trade agreement with China if it addresses the lopsided commerce between the two trading partners, Paraguay Foreign Minister said.
The EAEU plans to establish free trade agreements with several countries
The Eurasian Economic Union intends to expand its network of free trade zones by signing agreements with several countries, including Egypt, the UAE, India, and Indonesia.
NFUniversity: Colonial roots of modern free trade agreements
This talk explored the colonial origins of modern international trade. Geopolitics, power relations, and corporate interests have shaped trade rules for over 500 years before it reached its current form.
Flow of goods brings NZ-EU trade agreement to life
First consignment of beef from New Zealand arrives in Europe under new trade terms.
EU-Mercosur trade talks progress on divisive issues, sources say
European Union and South American negotiators ended two days of trade negotiations with "significant progress" on contentious issues that have been holding up the long-overdue EU-Mercosur agreement.
20 years later, US-Morocco free trade pact yields mixed results
“Given the strategic sectors Morocco has chosen to develop, the agreement may never truly fulfill its potential,” a new analysis by the Washington Institute for Near East Policy finds.
US, Chile further extend Free Trade Agreement
The enhanced agreement would further protect some US cheeses from losing access once the European Union’s geographical indications commitments enter into force.
UK yet to set up negotiating team to resume free trade deal talks with India
India-UK FTA, which has been under deliberations for over two years, could see further hiccups with a new government in the United Kingdom yet to constitute a negotiating team.