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BILATERALS.ORG WEEKLY   17-23 FEB 2026
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NEWS FROM THE MOVEMENTS
The Hill Times | 23-Feb-2026

To diversify trade, ditch the ideological baggage

Canada’s trade diversification policy amounts to signing more old school free trade and investment deals as quickly, and with as little debate, as possible.
TNI | 19-Feb-2026

Susan George – acclaimed political scientist and TNI’s honorary president – has passed away at the age of 91

No one has done more to shape, energise, and inspire TNI over the decades – she has been our inspiration, our honorary leader, our intellectual soul, and our beloved friend. We will never see her like again.
WSRW | 18-Feb-2026

US eyes minerals in occupied Western Sahara

Seeking to position itself as a key supplier of strategic minerals for Western powers, Morocco has signed a new agreement with the United States that covers Western Sahara’s waters and the critical minerals harboured there.
NEGOTIATIONS
The New York Times | 23-Feb-2026

They did deals with Trump to get lower tariffs. Now they are stuck.

Countries that under the threat of tariffs made commitments like enormous investment pledges face the reality that they might have been better off waiting.
Yahoo | 23-Feb-2026

‘Premature’: Huge call on EU trade deal

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”.
Reuters | 23-Feb-2026

EU lawmaker urges delay to US trade deal vote after tariff upheaval

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.
CNBC | 23-Feb-2026

India delays Washington trade visit as US tariff policy shifts, source tells 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.
The Vibes.com | 23-Feb-2026

Malaysia weighs US trade pact review after Supreme Court voids Trump’s global tariffs

Malaysia may seek legal advice on the Reciprocal Trade Agreement as Washington’s use of emergency powers is ruled unconstitutional.
The Daily Star | 23-Feb-2026

Bangladesh to review US trade deal after Supreme Court ruling

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.
Club of mozambique | 23-Feb-2026

Mozambique and UAE discuss CEPA, investment protection, bilateral business forum and tourism MoU

The Sun | 23-Feb-2026

Kenya and the US will resume negotiations in Washington next week, aiming to finalise a bilateral trade agreement that began under Trump

Kenya and the United States will resume negotiations in Washington next week in search of a bilateral trade deal, the Kenyan trade minister said.
The Citizen | 23-Feb-2026

China announces start date to tariff-free trade deal with Africa

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.
Asia News | 23-Feb-2026

Four countries ratify Mongolia’s Eurasian Interim Trade Agreement

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.
Khmer Times | 23-Feb-2026

Cambodia, Pakistan agree to establish bilateral trade agreement

Cambodia and Pakistan agreed in principle to hold talks on the establishment of the bilateral trade agreement to further deepen trade and investment cooperation.
Baonghean | 23-Feb-2026

Vietnam and the United States will launch the sixth round of negotiations for a reciprocal trade agreement

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.
The Financial Express | 23-Feb-2026

US U-turn on India trade deal: New white paper removes three sticky points on pulses, $500bn ‘commitment’

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.
Sri Lanka Guardian | 23-Feb-2026

India-UK free trade pact likely to be implemented in April 2026: Official

The India-UK free trade agreement, signed in July last year, is likely to be implemented in April 2026, according to an official.
The Nation Thailand | 23-Feb-2026

ASEAN and Canada accelerate FTA talks, target completion by 2026

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 Times | 23-Feb-2026

India-Canada FTA: Countries may finalise terms of reference for trade pact talks next month

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.
Business insider Africa | 20-Feb-2026

After U.S. extends AGOA, China finally agrees zero-tariff access for 53 African nations

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.
Ecofin Agency | 20-Feb-2026

Kenya launches digital tools to help turn AfCFTA deals into transactions}

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.
The Economic Times | 20-Feb-2026

India-US to begin 3 day talks to finalise interim trade pact

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.
The New York Times | 20-Feb-2026

Trump mulls a North American trade pact without Canada

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.
The Daily Star | 20-Feb-2026

Bangladesh signs first economic partnership deal with Japan

Bangladesh signed the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with Japan, marking the country’s first-ever EPA with any nation.
BBC | 20-Feb-2026

US and Indonesia finalise deal to cut tariffs to 19%

President Donald Trump’s administration and the Indonesian government say they have finalised an agreement, under the deal, Indonesia will cut trade barriers on more than 99% of American imports - including agriculture, healthcare, seafood, technology and car-related goods.
Politico | 19-Feb-2026

Brussels pitches English-first approval to speed up EU trade deals

Agreements with India and Indonesia would be test cases under a new “accelerated procedure” floated by the European Commission.
Reuters | 19-Feb-2026

How China plans to dominate global trade long after Trump

China sees an opening to turn President Donald Trump’s tariffs to its advantage by reshaping global trade in ways that would insulate its $19 trillion economy from US pressure far into the future.
The Daily Star | 18-Feb-2026

Why the trade agreement with the US is problematic

This agreement is against the national interest and violates Bangladesh’s independence and sovereignty. An agreement signed by a temporary interim government while keeping the people of the country in the dark cannot be considered legitimate.
The Japan Times | 18-Feb-2026

Trump selects investment projects to be funded by Japan

As part of a trade deal reached on July 22, Japan agreed to commit $550 billion to critical industries and technologies in the United States, in exchange for lower tariffs on Japanese automobiles and other products.
KEY ISSUES
Yonhap | 23-Feb-2026

S. Korea wins lawsuit seeking to revoke arbitration ruling in Elliott case

South Korea has won a case filed at a British court seeking to reverse an international tribunal court’s order to pay more than US$100 million in damages to the US hedge fund Elliott Investment Management.
E3G | 19-Feb-2026

From COP30 to COP31: Opportunities to advance global ISDS reform

Fossil fuel investors are increasingly using ISDS to challenge climate mitigation measures and seek significant compensation. This legal risk can delay climate ambition and drain public finances needed for the transition.
Texts of agreements
USTR | 20-Feb-2026

US-Indonesia trade agreement text (Feb 2026)

USTR | 18-Feb-2026

US-Bangladesh trade agreement text (Feb 2026)

 
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NOVEDADES DE LOS MOVIMIENTOS
El Salto | 23-Feb-2026

Susan George, una gigante del movimiento por la justicia global

Se nos ha ido Susan George y con ella una activista de pluma afilada, politóloga, científica social y filósofa que jamás perdió calidez humana.
Negociaciones
El Diario de Coahuila | 22-Feb-2026

Presidente Noboa afirma que es inminente acuerdo comercial de Ecuador con EEUU

Ecuador y Estados Unidos se aprestan a firmar un Acuerdo de Comercio Recíproco (ART por sus siglas en inglés) que beneficiaría con la exención arancelaria a la mitad de las exportaciones del país andino, informó el viernes el presidente ecuatoriano Daniel Noboa.
Municipios Puebla | 22-Feb-2026

Marcelo Ebrard anuncia firma del TLCUEM y fortalece comercio exterior

México se prepara para firmar en mayo de 2026 la modernización del Tratado de Libre Comercio con la Unión Europea (TLCUEM), un acuerdo que abrirá nuevas oportunidades para diversificar las exportaciones del país, señaló el secretario de Economía, Marcelo Ebrard.
La República | 19-Feb-2026

La Comisión Permanente inició debate sobre tratado de libre comercio UE-Mercosur

Durante la sesión, el ministro interino de Industria y Comercio de Paraguay, Rodrigo Maluff, subrayó que existe una visión país compartida entre el sector privado, el Poder Ejecutivo y el Poder Legislativo para avanzar con agilidad en la aprobación del acuerdo.
El Potosí | 19-Feb-2026

Trump se plantea dejar a Canadá afuera del tratado de libre comercio (T-MEC) en Norteamérica

El Gobierno de Estados Unidos se plantea realizar cambios importantes en el tratado de libre comercio entre EE.UU., México y Canadá (T-MEC) que podrían dejar afuera a Canadá y alterar el equilibrio actual en las relaciones comerciales entre los tres países de Norteamérica.
Caretas | 19-Feb-2026

Australia apuesta por ampliar comercio con Perú

El nuevo embajador australiano en Lima, James Yeomans, anunció que su gestión priorizará el incremento del comercio bilateral, el impulso del TLC vigente desde 2020 y la atracción de inversiones, con énfasis en minería, educación e infraestructura.
OEM | 17-Feb-2026

Sheinbaum descarta Plan B con Canadá y afirma que el T-MEC permanecerá

La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo descartó que México esté diseñando un “Plan B” con Canadá para sustituir el tratado comercial trilateral, al asegurar que el Tratado entre México, Estados Unidos y Canadá (T-MEC) “va a permanecer”, aunque podría tener ajustes.
Euronews | 17-Feb-2026

El embajador indio se muestra "confiado" en que el acuerdo comercial con la UE se firmará "rápidamente"

India está lista para firmar y aplicar rápidamente el acuerdo de libre comercio con la Unión Europea, según ha declarado el embajador del país ante la UE, Saurabh Kumar, al programa matinal de ’Euronews’ Europe Today.
CUESTIONES CLAVES
Diario Red | 19-Feb-2026

Tras auge de demandas contra Estados latinoamericanos, el "arbitraje internacional" a debate en el T-MEC

Ante el aumento récord de demandas corporativas contra Estados latinoamericanos, México propone ajustar el arbitraje del T-MEC y sostiene que el comercio regional debe mantenerse, pero con reglas que impidan que los mecanismos de solución de controversias funcionen como tribunales supranacionales capaces de condicionar políticas públicas.
El Observador | 19-Feb-2026

Demanda millonaria por ruta 1: avanza el arbitraje internacional contra Uruguay

El caso, patrocinado por Dechamps International Law, invoca el tratado bilateral de inversión suscrito entre Uruguay y España en 1992 y se vincula con la rescisión, en 2005, del contrato con el Consorcio Ruta 1 S.A. para la construcción, conservación y explotación del tramo de doble vía Montevideo–Libertad y la obra del puente sobre el río Santa Lucía.
 
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NOUVELLES DES MOUVEMENTS
Attac France | 19-Feb-2026

Notre amie et camarade Susan George nous a quitté·es

Face au néolibéralisme incarné par le dogme du marché généralisé et du libre échange, aux déchaînements de la finance, elle fut de tous nos combats.
Négociations
CNCD 11.11.11 | 23-Feb-2026

UE-Mercosur : derrière la promesse commerciale, la réalité des populations du Sud

Si l’accord UE-Mercosur venait à être appliqué, il y aurait des gagnants, mais aussi des perdants des deux côtés de l’Atlantique. Coup de projecteur sur les impacts pour les populations du Brésil, du Paraguay, de l’Argentine et de l’Uruguay.
Agence Ecofin | 20-Feb-2026

Le Kenya lance deux plateformes numériques pour accélérer le commerce intra-africain

Le Kenya a dévoilé à Addis-Abeba deux plateformes numériques destinées à transformer les ambassades africaines en centres opérationnels du commerce. L’initiative vise à accélérer la mise en œuvre de la ZLECAf en facilitant les accords d’investissement et d’échanges intra-africains.
TVA | 20-Feb-2026

Trump songerait à un pacte commercial nord-américain... sans le Canada

Le président américain Donald Trump évaluerait l’idée d’un accord commercial nord-américain qui exclurait le Canada alors que les négociations concernant l’Accord de libre-échange Canada – États-Unis – Mexique (ACÉUM) s’annoncent tendues au cours des prochains mois.
Radio Bleu | 20-Feb-2026

Le syndicat ELB lance un appel aux candidats pour s’opposer au Mercosur

Le syndicat d’agriculteurs ELB s’oppose au Mercosur et le fait savoir à Urrugne ce jeudi 19 février. Ils veulent interpeller les candidats aux municipales 2026 du Pays basque pour lutter contre le traité de libre-échange.
AOC | 20-Feb-2026

Le libre-échange est mort

Dans un contexte d’explosion du multilatéralisme, seule l’Union européenne semble encore croire aux vertus de la libéralisation des échanges et signe des accords commerciaux, y compris quand ceux-ci reviennent à démanteler sa propre législation environnementale.
Le Figaro | 20-Feb-2026

Droits de douane: les États-Unis et l’Indonésie concluent un accord

Jakarta a accepté de dispenser la quasi-totalité des produits américains de droits de douane et de reconnaître les normes américaines pour un certain nombre d’entre eux.
Algérie patriotique | 18-Feb-2026

Accord d’association Algérie-UE : vers un meilleur accès au marché européen pour les produits algériens ?

L’ambassadeur de la Mission de l’Union européenne (UE) en Algérie, a mis en avant, samedi à Alger, la dynamique que connait le partenariat entre l’Algérie et l’UE, ajoutant que de nouveaux projets de coopération sont en préparation pour la période 2026-2027, notamment dans le domaine de l’investissement.
Business News | 18-Feb-2026

Tunis et Alger envisagent un accord de libre-échange pour renforcer leur partenariat stratégique

La cheffe du gouvernement tunisien, a réaffirmé la volonté de la Tunisie et de l’Algérie de renforcer leur coopération économique et de mettre en place un cadre de partenariat plus intégré. Elle a notamment évoqué la perspective de conclure un accord de libre-échange global.
La Presse | 18-Feb-2026

Donald Trump annonce les premiers projets d’investissement du Japon

Le président américain, Donald Trump, a annoncé les premiers projets qui bénéficieront d’investissements japonais, dans le cadre de l’accord commercial signé entre Tokyo et Washington.
Bitcoin.com | 18-Feb-2026

Le Canada prend la tête d’une nouvelle alliance commerciale pour contrer l’influence de Trump

Mark Carney, Premier ministre du Canada, organise une alliance commerciale qui réunirait l’UE et l’Accord de partenariat transpacifique global et progressiste afin de contrer l’influence croissante de l’administration Trump sur les questions commerciales.
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