Archive for the ‘News’ Category

International Trade, News

July 19, 2024

Amid global economic uncertainties, the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has shown remarkable resilience and growth in its foreign trade sector.   Recent customs data revealed that Guangxi’s total imports and exports surged to 345.28 billion yuan ($47.57 billion) in the first half of the year, reflecting a significant 12 percent increase compared to the same […]

Egypt, News, Trade and Export

July 18, 2024

  Egypt’s exports in April showcased a commendable 0.8% year-on-year increase, reaching approximately $3.3 billion, according to data from Egypt’s Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. This growth contributed to a 2.5% reduction in the country’s trade deficit, which stood at around $2.7 billion for the same period, underscoring Egypt’s effective economic management amidst […]

International Trade, Japan, News

July 18, 2024

Recent trade statistics from Japan indicate slower-than-expected growth in both exports and imports during June, reflecting ongoing economic complexities both at home and abroad. In June, Japanese exports rose by 5.4% year-on-year, below the forecasted 6.4% growth and a deceleration from the 13.5% increase seen in the previous month. Similarly, imports grew by 3.2% year-on-year, […]

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 […]

In the competitive avocado market, a leading Colombian exporter anticipates exporting 12 million kilos of Hass avocados this year, surpassing initial forecasts by 20%. The challenges of balancing supply and demand dynamics are acknowledged by Carlos Londoño, General Manager of the exporting firm, who emphasizes the commitment to competitiveness and sustainability within the industry. Founded […]

Colombia, Global Trade, News

July 17, 2024

In the competitive avocado market, a leading Colombian exporter anticipates exporting 12 million kilos of Hass avocados this year, surpassing initial forecasts by 20%. The challenges of balancing supply and demand dynamics are acknowledged by Carlos Londoño, General Manager of the exporting firm, who emphasizes the commitment to competitiveness and sustainability within the industry.   […]

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. […]

India, Industrial Technology, News

July 17, 2024

The Precision Engineering and Machine Tool Technology Show 2024 (PRECITECH) is scheduled to take place in India, offering a comprehensive platform for showcasing advancements in smart manufacturing and related technologies. The event will cover a wide range of areas within precision manufacturing, ancillary industries, and emerging technologies shaping the future of the sector.   Scheduled […]

Cambodia’s significant increase in fresh longan exports, which reached over 14,800 tonnes in the first semester of 2024—a 120% rise compared to the same period last year, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF).   According to MAFF spokeswoman Im Rachna, Cambodia’s entry into the Chinese market in late 2022 has […]

Agricultural Trade, News

July 16, 2024

Azerbaijan has seen a significant rise in tomato exports, reaching 86,067 tons in the first five months of 2024. This marks a substantial increase in both volume and value compared to previous years.   In addition to robust export figures, Azerbaijan’s imports of tomatoes from Turkmenistan surged to 548 tons in the initial months of […]