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Surecomp further expands electronic trade document connection with CargoX partnership

Digital Trade, News

November 29, 2023

Toronto, Canada, 29th November 2023 – Surecomp today announced that CargoX is the latest partner to join its RIVO™ platform. The collaboration further expands Surecomp’s fintech ecosystem, affording customers centralized access to a choice of best-in-class electronic trade document solutions through which to streamline their digital trade finance process.   Operating its own independent Blockchain Document Transfer (BDT) platform, […]

China’s Imports Surprisingly Rise, Highlighting Fragile Recovery in Global Trade

China, News, Trade Policy

November 6, 2023

China’s trade data for October has delivered a mixed picture, with imports unexpectedly increasing while exports contracted at a faster pace than anticipated. These figures underscore the challenges faced by the world’s second-largest economy, despite recent signs of improvement in domestic demand. While Beijing’s support measures have contributed to a tentative economic recovery, ongoing issues […]

Australian Prime Minister Albanese Retraces Historic Beijing Walk to Strengthen Trade Relations

Australia, Bilateral Trade Relation, News

November 6, 2023

In a bid to mend strained ties between Australia and China, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese retraced the historic footsteps of the first Australian leader to visit China. His visit comes after several years of tensions between the two trading partners, including issues related to security concerns and the origin of COVID-19, which led to […]

WTO Concludes Trade and Gender Training Course for Geneva-Based Delegates

International Trade, News

November 6, 2023

In an effort to promote gender inclusivity and a better understanding of the link between trade and gender issues, the World Trade Organization (WTO) recently completed a two-day training course for government officials from Geneva-based permanent missions. This unique training initiative aimed to equip delegates, including trade officials, counsellors, and ambassadors, with the knowledge and […]

U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen and Chinese Vice Premier He to Forge Economic Dialogue Ahead of APEC Summit

International Trade, News, United States

November 6, 2023

In an effort to strengthen economic ties between the United States and China, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is scheduled to meet with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in San Francisco this week. This meeting aims to foster a budding economic dialogue between the world’s two largest economies in anticipation of a U.S.-hosted summit of […]

U.S.-Africa Trade Program Extension Proposed by Senator Coons Garners Bipartisan Support

Africa, International Trade, News, United States

November 6, 2023

In a bipartisan effort to support trade relations between the United States and Africa, Democratic Senator Chris Coons has called for a 16-year extension of a trade program that grants qualifying African nations duty-free access to the U.S. market. Senator Coons, a prominent advocate for U.S.-Africa policy, believes that extending the program is vital for […]

Australian Prime Minister Albanese Emphasizes Dialogue and Cooperation During China Visit

Australia, News, Trade Relations

November 4, 2023

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese embarked on a historic visit to China, becoming the first Australian leader to do so in seven years. During his address at the annual China International Import Expo in Shanghai, Albanese emphasized the importance of a bilateral relationship marked by dialogue and cooperation, stating that it is “in all our […]

U.S. Trade Chief Calls for a More Effective U.S.-Africa Trade Programme

Africa, News, Trade Relations, United States

November 4, 2023

  U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai emphasized the need for a “more useful and effective” trade programme with Africa during talks in South Africa over the future of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). AGOA, which grants qualifying African countries duty-free access to the U.S. market, is set to expire in September 2025, with […]

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