Archive for the ‘International Trade’ Category

China, International Trade, News

July 18, 2024

Guangdong province has reported notable growth in imports of electromechanical and energy products during the first half of 2024, highlighting a strong economic rebound and increased domestic demand. Recent data shows that the province’s imports of mechanical and electrical products rose by 23.6 percent year-on-year, making up 64.2 percent of the total import value for […]

Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports for June showed resilience despite challenges, with a reported 8.7% year-on-year decline, slightly exceeding expectations. The drop, driven by non-electronic products, contrasts with a revised 0.7% contraction in May but indicates robust recovery potential.   Economist Chua Hak Bin from Maybank noted Singapore’s capacity constraints and global supply chain disruptions, including […]

Indonesia continued its streak of trade surpluses last month, showcasing resilience even as oil imports saw an increase, affecting the surplus marginally. Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti, interim head of Statistics Indonesia (BPS), reported on Monday that June marked the 50th consecutive month of trade surplus. Exports totaled US$20.84 billion, surpassing imports at US$18.45 billion, resulting in […]

China, International Trade, News

July 17, 2024

The volume of Hong Kong’s exports rose by 9.8 percent in May compared to the previous year, with the total value of exports increasing by 4.5 percent, according to the Census and Statistics Department.   Export volumes to Vietnam, the US, and mainland China climbed by 31.2 percent, 21.3 percent, and 15.8 percent respectively year-on-year. […]

International Trade, Kenya, News

July 15, 2024

Exports through Mombasa Port have witnessed a notable 85% increase this year, driven by efforts among regional countries to achieve better trade balance and reduce dependence on imports.   The announcement was made at Mombasa Port’s container terminal berth 22, where officials highlighted the substantial growth in export volumes. This surge reflects the collective efforts […]

International Trade, News, Vietnam

July 15, 2024

Vietnamese wheat flour products have successfully passed stringent examinations for export to Taiwan (China), marking a significant milestone for Vietnamese enterprises.   After a comprehensive evaluation lasting over 17 months, the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) has concluded its inspection process, giving the green light for Vietnamese wheat flour products to enter the Taiwanese […]

Georgia’s Ministry of Economy announced on Tuesday its plans to export 500 tonnes of blueberries to the European Union and the United Kingdom as part of a strategic initiative aimed at expanding international market opportunities for local producers. According to Agenda.ge, a significant portion of the blueberry shipment has already been sent to these key […]

China, International Trade, News

July 12, 2024

China’s export growth reached its highest pace in fifteen months this June, indicating that manufacturers are accelerating orders in anticipation of potential tariffs from a growing list of trade partners. However, imports saw an unexpected decline due to weak domestic demand. This mixed trade data underscores the need for further government intervention as China’s $18.6 […]