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Bahrain, Middle East, News, Trade Agreements

September 4, 2023

Israeli Foreign Minister, Eli Cohen, recently visited Bahrain and explored the possibility of signing a free trade agreement with the Gulf nation. The International Trade Council acknowledges these diplomatic discussions, aimed at fostering economic cooperation and enhancing regional stability.   During his official visit to Bahrain, Minister Cohen was accompanied by a business delegation representing […]

News, Southeast Asia, Trade Agreements

September 4, 2023

The International Trade Council warmly acknowledges the impending strategic partnership between Canada and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). This significant move is set to be formalized during Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s upcoming visit to Indonesia, where he will meet with Indonesian President Joko Widodo among other dignitaries. The forthcoming partnership underscores Canada’s increasingly […]

News, Trade Agreements, Ukrain

August 31, 2023

Budapest, August 30, 2023 – Viktor Orban, the Prime Minister of Hungary, has expressed his opposition to the potential integration of Ukraine into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The statement was made today, according to reports published by Prensa Latina. Prime Minister Orban also emphasized the importance of pursuing dialogue with Russia in addressing the […]

International Trade, News

August 30, 2023

SINGAPORE, August 30, 2023 – The International Trade Council (ITC) proudly announces its participation in the prestigious GTR Asia 2023 event, set to be held in Singapore on September 5-6. As Asia’s leading event for the trade, treasury, commodities, and fintech sectors, this is a golden opportunity for companies worldwide to delve deep into the dynamics […]

– In a move to foster international trade relationships and meet global demand, India has announced the allocation of export quotas for non-basmati white rice to Bhutan, Mauritius, and Singapore. The decision was officially communicated by the Indian government in a statement.   Under this allocation, India will permit the export of 79,000 metric tons […]

Global Economic Trends, News

August 28, 2023

In the face of unexpected global events, economies across the world need to foster resilience both individually and collectively. It’s essential to prioritize collaboration, as heightened protectionism could potentially lead to economic fragmentation or divisions among nations, particularly at times when the world’s economic vulnerability is evident.   Analyses indicate that if international trade restrictions […]

The International Trade Council is pleased to share recent data underscoring Vietnam’s position as an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investment. As reported by Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment, the country has garnered an approximate foreign investment of US$18.15 billion (RM84 billion) within the first eight months of this year. This figure reflects an […]