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What happens next in EU-Mercosur trade deal saga?
19-Jan-2026 Reuters
The trade agreement could in theory enter force after the signature, but convention dictates that this will only happen after consent from the European Parliament. A final vote may only take place in April or May.
EU and Mercosur seal historic trade deal
19-Jan-2026 Politico
Signing by the EU and the South American trading bloc capped 25 years of talks and sets up a parliamentary showdown in Brussels.
EU may halt trade deal with US over Trump’s tariff threat to countries supporting Greenland
19-Jan-2026 The Print
European Union lawmakers are poised to halt approval of the EU’s trade deal with the US over President Donald Trump’s vow to impose tariffs on countries that supported Greenland in the face of American threats.
Qatar to invest in Canada’s major building projects, Carney says
19-Jan-2026 Global News
The “new chapter” in bilateral relations will include the finalization of the Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement with Qatar, a deal that has seen years of stalled negotiations, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
Landmark ICSID victory for the People’s Republic of China
19-Jan-2026 A&O Shearman
The dispute arose from a major mixed‑use redevelopment project in Shandong province. Hela Schwarz alleged that the People’s Republic of China had unlawfully expropriated land use rights
Nigeria, UAE strike trade pact to scrap tariffs on over 7,000 products
17-Jan-2026 Business insider Africa
Nigeria has signed a far-reaching trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates that will eliminate tariffs on thousands of products and deepen economic ties between Africa’s largest economy and one of the world’s most dynamic trading hubs.
Ghana proposes trade framework with US amid AGOA uncertainty
17-Jan-2026 News Ghana
Ghana and United States (US) officials held high level discussions in Washington recently on establishing a comprehensive trade cooperation framework as both nations navigate post African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) economic relations.
Suleiman Kerimov’s daughter initiated proceedings against Switzerland
16-Jan-2026 Izvestia
Gulnara, the daughter of billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, initiated the first ever investment dispute against Switzerland over sanctions.
US, Honduras to launch trade talks, USTR Greer says
16-Jan-2026 WTVB
The United States and ‍Honduras intend to launch negotiations on a reciprocal trade agreement as ‌soon as ‌possible, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said.
Switzerland adopts negotiating mandate for US trade deal
16-Jan-2026 Reuters
Switzerland’s Federal Council has adopted a final negotiating mandate for talks on a legally binding trade agreement with the United States, the government said.
Mercosur backers rattled as Spain’s center right wavers under farmer pressure
16-Jan-2026 Politico
The shift by the Spanish center right will deliver a first test for the Mercosur accord by as early as next week, as MEPs are due to vote on a legal challenge against it.
Agricultural exporters push for trade deal extension
16-Jan-2026 Farmtario
The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance says the Canada-US-Mexico Agreement is vital for food exporters
US and Taiwan reach trade deal, with semiconductor chips and China in focus
16-Jan-2026 Reuters
The US and Taiwan clinched a trade deal that cuts tariffs on many of the semiconductor powerhouse’s exports, directs new investments in the U.S. technology industry and risks infuriating China.
Left MEPs launch citizens’ initiative to suspend EU-Israel agreement
15-Jan-2026 Malta Today
Initiative insists Israel’s actions in Gaza breach international law and calls for end to trade deal.
Where Big Tech and Trump are demanding tax cuts and deregulation
15-Jan-2026 The American Prospect
A new analysis shared with the Prospect shows that Big Tech is seeking changes to national law in 64 countries. The Trump regime is helping them.
EU–Mercosur deal is ‘neocolonial’ and harmful to Mercosur, says former IMF director
15-Jan-2026 BdF
Paulo Nogueira Batista Jr. argues Brazil should avoid advancing similar trade pacts.
Amway loses $3 billion dispute after Mexico seized its 692-acre organic farm
15-Jan-2026 MLive
An international tribunal dismissed Amway’s request for $3 billion in damages after the Mexican government in 2022 seized a 692-acre organic farm owned by the multi-level marketing company and gave it to communal landowners.
Water defenders celebrate ruling against US gold company’s claim
15-Jan-2026 Institute for Policy Studies
A major victory against an exploitative corporate lawsuit in Guatemala.
Denmark’s Rockwool says Russia has seized four of its factories
14-Jan-2026 Reuters
The company added that it will defend its legal rights under the bilateral investment treaty between the countries.
Map: Big Tech expands global assault on digital rules
14-Jan-2026 Public Citizen
Big Tech companies are dramatically expanding their hit list to undermine digital regulations around the world, according to a new interactive map released by Public Citizen.