Archive for the ‘Trade Agreements’ Category

News, Trade Agreements, Vietnam

July 3, 2025

In a major development for global commerce, the United States and Vietnam have finalized a bilateral trade agreement that will allow American goods to enter the Vietnamese market duty-free—a strategic move expected to benefit exporters and strengthen trade relations between the two nations.   This newly announced deal represents a significant step in addressing trade […]

In a move that highlights growing trade and investment ties in Asia and the Middle East, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia have signed a series of high-value agreements and memoranda of understanding worth approximately $27 billion. These landmark deals focus on key sectors such as clean energy, petrochemicals, mineral resources, and sustainable supply chain development.   […]

The United Kingdom has officially joined the Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration Arrangement (MPIA), a vital mechanism created to maintain the effectiveness of the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) trade dispute resolution system.   This move underlines the UK’s commitment to a transparent, stable, and rules-based international trade environment—especially important in the face of rising protectionism and […]

In a continued effort to enhance bilateral economic ties, trade ministers from the United States and South Korea reaffirmed their shared commitment to finalizing a tariff agreement during high-level discussions held on Monday.   According to South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo engaged with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard […]

Philippine exports to South Korea are expected to recover in the second half of 2025, signaling renewed momentum in bilateral trade and growing confidence in the Philippines–South Korea Free Trade Agreement (FTA).   Despite a temporary dip in export figures earlier this year, the improving business climate in South Korea is creating favorable conditions for […]

Mexico, News, Trade Agreements

June 18, 2025

Mexico is actively encouraging improvements to the North American trade agreement shared with the United States and Canada, aiming to strengthen regional economic ties and support the steel industry’s continued growth. Business leaders in Mexico are calling for clearer trade rules that promote fair competition, improve transparency, and protect local manufacturers.   While many Mexican […]

The United States and the United Kingdom have officially finalized a landmark trade agreement during the Group of Seven summit in Canada, marking a major advancement in their bilateral economic partnership.   United States President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the completion of the deal, emphasizing its role in promoting trade, […]

China and Kazakhstan have taken another step forward in deepening their bilateral relationship, as President Xi Jinping and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met in Astana on June 16, 2025. The high-level dialogue resulted in the signing of multiple cooperation documents spanning trade, investment, technology, tourism, and customs facilitation, according to China’s official news agency.   During […]

In a promising development for global commerce, the United States and China have reached a preliminary “framework” agreement following two days of productive trade discussions in London. The framework, which aims to ease ongoing trade tensions, will be reviewed for final approval by U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.   The announcement […]

India and the United States have taken a significant step forward in finalizing an interim bilateral trade agreement, following four days of intensive negotiations in New Delhi. According to senior government sources, discussions focused on enhancing market access for select industrial and agricultural products, reducing tariffs, and addressing non-tariff barriers.   Officials described the negotiations […]

South Korea’s newly elected President Lee Jae-myung and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to work toward a timely and mutually beneficial tariff agreement, reflecting both nations’ commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and economic collaboration.   In their first official phone call following President Lee’s election, the two leaders expressed a shared vision for reaching […]

The United States and India are making steady progress toward finalizing a major trade agreement that could significantly enhance economic cooperation between the two nations. Speaking at the US India Strategic Partnership Forum in Washington, the US Commerce Secretary shared optimism that a mutually beneficial deal may be reached soon.   Ongoing negotiations focus on […]

In a continued push to strengthen transatlantic trade ties, UK Trade Minister Jonathan Reynolds is set to meet with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Paris this week to discuss the next steps in implementing a bilateral tariff agreement aimed at enhancing market access and improving trade flows between the two economies.   This engagement […]

Vietnamese companies are set to deepen agricultural trade ties with the United States by signing memorandums of understanding to purchase $2 billion worth of US farm products, according to Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture.   The agreements are being formalized during an official visit to the United States by a delegation of 50 Vietnamese firms led […]