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They did deals with Trump to get lower tariffs. Now they are stuck.
23-Feb-2026 The New York Times
Countries that under the threat of tariffs made commitments like enormous investment pledges face the reality that they might have been better off waiting.
‘Premature’: Huge call on EU trade deal
23-Feb-2026 Yahoo
The EU’s top diplomat in Australia has dashed hopes an elusive free-trade deal will be clinched this month, saying talk of bloc’s president visiting is “absolutely premature”.
EU lawmaker urges delay to US trade deal vote after tariff upheaval
23-Feb-2026 Reuters
A senior EU lawmaker proposed on Sunday postponing a vote on the EU-US trade deal that had been planned for this week, arguing that the terms and legal basis on which the deal was struck had changed.
India delays Washington trade visit as US tariff policy shifts, source tells CNBC
23-Feb-2026 CNBC
India’s trade negotiators will reschedule their planned visit to Washington, DC, aimed at firming up an interim trade deal with the US, a person familiar with the development told CNBC.
Malaysia weighs US trade pact review after Supreme Court voids Trump’s global tariffs
23-Feb-2026 The Vibes.com
Malaysia may seek legal advice on the Reciprocal Trade Agreement as Washington’s use of emergency powers is ruled unconstitutional.
Bangladesh to review US trade deal after Supreme Court ruling
23-Feb-2026 The Daily Star
Bangladesh will review its reciprocal trade deal with the United States after the Supreme Court of the US struck down many of the Trump administration’s sweeping and often arbitrary duties, said a senior Commerce Ministry official.
Mozambique and UAE discuss CEPA, investment protection, bilateral business forum and tourism MoU
23-Feb-2026 Club of mozambique
Kenya and the US will resume negotiations in Washington next week, aiming to finalise a bilateral trade agreement that began under Trump
23-Feb-2026 The Sun
Kenya and the United States will resume negotiations in Washington next week in search of a bilateral trade deal, the Kenyan trade minister said.
China announces start date to tariff-free trade deal with Africa
23-Feb-2026 The Citizen
Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced the 100% tariff-free trade agreement between China and Africa will come into effect from 1 May. The deal excludes Eswatini, the only African country maintaining diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Four countries ratify Mongolia’s Eurasian Interim Trade Agreement
23-Feb-2026 Asia News
Mongolia’s three-year interim trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is moving closer to implementation as four parties have completed their domestic ratification procedures.
Cambodia, Pakistan agree to establish bilateral trade agreement
23-Feb-2026 Khmer Times
Cambodia and Pakistan agreed in principle to hold talks on the establishment of the bilateral trade agreement to further deepen trade and investment cooperation.
Vietnam and the United States will launch the sixth round of negotiations for a reciprocal trade agreement
23-Feb-2026 Baonghean
Vietnam and the United States will officially begin the sixth round of negotiations for a reciprocal trade agreement next week. This is an important step to promote bilateral trade relations in a fair and balanced manner, while removing tariff and administrative barriers.
US U-turn on India trade deal: New white paper removes three sticky points on pulses, $500bn ‘commitment’
23-Feb-2026 The Financial Express
The White House has quietly changed the wording in its fact sheet on the proposed India-US trade agreement. The update tones down some of the earlier, stronger language and adds clarity on what India may buy from the United States, especially when it comes to energy and farm products.
India-UK free trade pact likely to be implemented in April 2026: Official
23-Feb-2026 Sri Lanka Guardian
The India-UK free trade agreement, signed in July last year, is likely to be implemented in April 2026, according to an official.
ASEAN and Canada accelerate FTA talks, target completion by 2026
23-Feb-2026 The Nation Thailand
ASEAN and Canada are accelerating negotiations on their Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with more than 50% of the talks completed and 10 chapters already concluded.
India-Canada FTA: Countries may finalise terms of reference for trade pact talks next month
23-Feb-2026 India Times
India and Canada are expected to finalise terms of reference for initiating talks for a free trade agreement (FTA) during the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to India next month, an official said.
After U.S. extends AGOA, China finally agrees zero-tariff access for 53 African nations
20-Feb-2026 Business insider Africa
China will implement zero-tariff treatment for imports from 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations from May 1, 2026, state media reported on Saturday, in a move that broadens Beijing’s preferential trade regime across the continent.
Kenya launches digital tools to help turn AfCFTA deals into transactions}
20-Feb-2026 Ecofin Agency
Kenya announced the launch of BiasharaLink and Deal House, two digital platforms designed to strengthen economic diplomacy and boost intra-African trade. The initiative seeks to address the execution gap in trade agreements across the continent and to operationalize the AfCFTA.
India-US to begin 3 day talks to finalise interim trade pact
20-Feb-2026 The Economic Times
A three-day meeting between Indian and American officials to finalise the legal text for an interim trade agreement will begin in the US on February 23.
Trump mulls a North American trade pact without Canada
20-Feb-2026 The New York Times
US officials are threatening major changes to a trade agreement with Mexico and Canada that could upend the way business is done and leave Canada on the outs.