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Zelenskyy: Ukraine and Ecuador to work toward free trade agreement
5-May-2025 RBC Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa. They discussed the possibility of signing a free trade agreement and agreed that their teams would work on it.
India-New Zealand FTA: First in-person round of talks kick off in New Delhi
5-May-2025 NDTV
During New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, the two countries had stated that a 60-day timeline for the completion of talks is a possibility.
Sunset clause in BIT, data localisation, UK’s new carbon tax may delay FTA with India: Sources
5-May-2025 CNBC TV18
The Indian industry is demanding greater access for its skilled professionals from IT, ITeS and healthcare sectors in the British market, apart from market access for several goods at zero customs duty.
FTA should also address non-tariff barriers: Piyush Goyal tells EU
5-May-2025 Financial Express
India urges the EU to address non-tariff barriers in FTA talks, emphasizing fair regulations amid concerns over CBAM and deforestation laws. Minister Piyush Goyal seeks inclusive, proportionate trade standards during Brussels visit ahead of key negotiations in May 2025.
UK-India investment treaty lets companies sue government, sources say
5-May-2025 The Straits Times
An investment treaty between Britain and India will contain a provision that allows companies to sue either government if they believe policy changes unfairly harm their investment or profits.
Mixed ruling in UK-EU fishing dispute as Britain seeks Brexit reset
5-May-2025 The Straits Times
Arbitrators asked to settle a dispute between Britain and the European Union over post-Brexit fishing rights have given a mixed ruling, the Permanent Court of Arbitration said.
Argentina still on hook for BIT arbitral award
5-May-2025 iclg
ICSID tribunal rejects Argentina’s request to reconsider award based on the judgment in entirely separate litigation proceedings.
Settlement of claim against Mozambique Government
2-May-2025 London stock exchange
This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Regulation 11 of the Market Abuse (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019/310. With the publication of this announcement via a Regulatory Information Service, this inside information is now considered to be in the public domain.
Emmerson seeks $2.2 billion in arbitration against Morocco over potash project
2-May-2025 Yabiladi
Emmerson Plc, a Moroccan-focused potash development company, has filed a Request for Arbitration (RFA) seeking $2.2 billion in compensation from the Kingdom of Morocco, claiming «expropriation» of its Khemisset Potash Project.
The climate crisis & the threat of investment agreements
2-May-2025 Ngā Toki Whakarururanga
Aussie mining billionaire sues Australia for A$420 billion... Yes, this could happen in Aotearoa!!!
India, Norway discuss implementation of EFTA trade pact
2-May-2025 ETV Bharat
India and Norway on Wednesday discussed the implementation of the India-EFTA free trade agreement, which was signed in March last year to boost economic ties.
Ukraine approves free trade agreement with UAE
2-May-2025 The New Voice of Ukraine
Ukraine’s Cabinet approved a bill to ratify a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with the United Arab Emirates, establishing a free trade regime to boost Ukrainian exports.
Eurasian Economic Union FTA pressed at Brics talks in Rio
2-May-2025 Bangkok Post
Thailand seized the opportunity to advance negotiations on a Thailand–Eurasian Economic Union free trade agreement during a bilateral meeting with Russia on the sidelines of the Brics Foreign Ministers Meeting in Brazil.
China says it’s evaluating possible trade talks with the US
2-May-2025 CNN
China has signaled a slight softening in its stance by stating it is "currently assessing" US proposals to start trade talks, potentially opening the door for negotiations amid ongoing tariff tensions. While Beijing insists that the US must show "genuine sincerity" by removing its unilateral tariffs first, it remains open to dialogue.
Japan says trade talks with US ’constructive’
2-May-2025 NHK World
Japan and the US held a "constructive" second round of trade talks focused on President Trump’s tariff policies, with hopes to reach an agreement by next month. Both sides discussed trade expansion and non-tariff measures, but avoided currency and defense issues.
‘Meaningful’ trade deal with India under works: EU
2-May-2025 Financial Express
India and the EU are working towards a commercially meaningful trade deal to boost market access for goods and services. With talks gaining momentum, both sides aim to conclude the FTA by end-2025, reflecting global urgency for stable trade ties amid economic uncertainty.
As US tariff looms, Indonesia now closer to joining Mexico’s CPTPP trade club
2-May-2025 Jakarta Globe
Having officially applied last September, Indonesia expects CPTPP members to discuss its accession later this year, with support from countries like Malaysia, Singapore, and the UK. Joining the CPTPP would grant Indonesia duty-free access to nearly 99% of tariff lines among members, expanding trade opportunities.
Philippines eyes membership in Trans-Pacific FTA
2-May-2025 Philstar Global
The Philippines plans to formally apply to join the high-standard Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) within the year to diversify its trade markets, amid recent US tariffs on Philippine goods.
India-US bilateral trade talks gain momentum after Washington meet
2-May-2025 Live Mint
The US and India are on track to finalize a bilateral trade agreement by fall, building on recent discussions regarding tariffs and market access. The deal could be India’s first major trade pact with a developed economy in years, enhancing economic ties amid global uncertainties.
Why the Kenya/UAE comprehensive economic partnership is bad for Kenya’s health sector
1-May-2025 Citizen Digital
On January 14 this year, President William Ruto and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between their respective countries.