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Singapore-based Hachiko Efficiency Services Pte Ltd, a leader in environmental and hazardous materials management, has been officially nominated for the prestigious Go Global Awards 2025. Organized by the International Trade Council, the event will take place on November 18–19, 2025, at One Great George Street, Westminster, London.   The Go Global Awards honor organizations that […]

London, United Kingdom / Singapore – 28 August 2025 – The International Trade Council (ITC) and the UK Asia Trade & Investment Council (UKATIC) today announced the signing of a landmark Strategic Partnership Agreement aimed at deepening cooperation in global trade, investment, and business connectivity between the United Kingdom, Asia, and international markets.   The […]

Norman Krieger, Inc., operating as KRIEGER Worldwide, a family-owned leader in international logistics and customs brokerage, is proud to announce its nomination for the prestigious Go Global Awards 2025. The awards ceremony will take place on November 18–19, 2025, at One Great George Street, Westminster, London.   Hosted annually by the International Trade Council, the […]

Ghana, Logistics, News

August 26, 2025

Mass Logistics Ghana Limited, a leading customs brokerage and freight forwarding firm, is honored to announce its nomination for the prestigious Go Global Awards 2025, scheduled for November 18–19, 2025, at One Great George Street, Westminster, London.   The Go Global Awards, hosted by the International Trade Council, extend far beyond the recognition of outstanding […]

Atlanta, GA / Singapore / Washington, DC – The International Trade Council (ITC) and the National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation in advancing global trade opportunities for Black-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs).   The signing ceremony, held virtually on August 21, […]

The European Commission reaffirmed its commitment to advancing trade opportunities with the United States, particularly in the wine and spirits sector, signaling optimism for deeper cooperation between the two economies.   While a 15% tariff currently applies to European exports under the EU-U.S. trade agreement, officials emphasized that discussions remain ongoing, with both sides showing […]

France, News, Trade Relations

August 21, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that he had a discussion with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during which the two leaders aligned their positions on key global matters and emphasized deepening bilateral cooperation.   Macron noted that the talks focused on strengthening economic exchanges and reinforcing strategic partnerships between France and India. Both […]

The U.S. administration is weighing a plan to reallocate at least $2 billion from the CHIPS and Science Act to support critical minerals projects, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The move would also expand the role of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in overseeing funding for the sector.   The proposal would divert funds […]

Canada, News, Tarrifs

August 21, 2025

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced that he will travel to China in the coming weeks to hold talks aimed at removing recently imposed tariffs on Canadian canola seed.   China applied preliminary duties of 75.8% on canola seed imports last week following an anti-dumping investigation, a move that could significantly affect trade flows. China remains […]

South Korea is turning to cultural exports as a new driver of growth, as traditional manufacturing faces challenges from global protectionist measures.   The Korean Wave, or Hallyu, continues to make an impact worldwide, with music, films, television shows, literature, and games gaining international recognition. Notable achievements in recent years include an Oscar-winning film, globally […]

Available at: https://tradecouncil.org/beyond-borders-women-shaping-global-trade/   Singapore / New Delhi — August 2025 — The International Trade Council (ITC), in partnership with the Association of Business Women in Commerce & Industry (ABWCI), proudly announces the release of Beyond Borders: Women Shaping the Past, Present, and Future of Global Trade. This landmark publication is available for free download […]

News, Vietnam

August 20, 2025

Vietnam is increasingly positioning itself as one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies, supported by major investments and policy reforms aimed at strengthening long-term competitiveness, according to recent reports from Thai media.   The Vietnamese government has unveiled a national development plan valued at approximately THB 1.5 trillion (USD 48.7 billion). The initiative includes around 250 infrastructure […]

China, India, News

August 20, 2025

China’s recent easing of export restrictions on fertilizers, rare earths, and tunnel-boring machines to India has been welcomed as a positive step. However, a new report from the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) emphasizes that self-reliance remains India’s most effective safeguard against its widening trade deficit with China.   The report noted that India’s economic […]

News, United States

August 20, 2025

The United States Department of Commerce has announced an expansion of tariffs on steel and aluminium, extending duties to more than 400 additional product categories. The move will affect a wide range of goods including wind turbines, mobile cranes, bulldozers, railcars, furniture, compressors, pumps, and certain automotive and electric vehicle components.   According to the […]

China, Economic Indicators, News, Trade

August 19, 2025

China’s trade and investment flows with developing nations in the Global South have accelerated in recent years, according to research published by S&P Global. The report noted that Chinese goods exports to countries in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East have doubled over the past decade, outpacing growth in shipments to the US […]