Brazil’s 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Pact represents a landmark in the country’s efforts to promote ethical sourcing and environmental accountability in agribusiness. Aimed primarily at curbing deforestation linked to beef and soy supply chains, the Pact compels major traders and processors to publicly disclose deforestation risks associated with their sourcing practices. This initiative builds on […]
Singapore – 27th January 2026 – The International Trade Council (ITC) and Vanuatu Investment Economics (VIE) is pleased to announce the release of Invest in Vanuatu, a comprehensive investment guide designed to showcase Vanuatu’s unique value proposition and growing appeal as an international investment destination in the Pacific region. The publication provides an in-depth […]
Indiaí¢€™s Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, first introduced in May 2020, continue to reshape the countryí¢€™s rapidly expanding online retail sector. These rules were designed to enhance consumer trust, ensure fair trade practices, and promote transparency across digital marketplaces. One of the core obligations under these regulations is that e-commerce platforms must verify critical details about […]
Canada’s Supply-Chain Transparency Amendment, passed in 2025, marks a major development in the nation’s effort to strengthen ethical sourcing and human rights protections. This legislation introduces a ban on the importation of goods produced wholly or partially using child labor, raising the bar for supply-chain governance. Import managers across Canada must now adopt a more […]
The proposed US Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Act, introduced to Congress in July 2025, signals a major shift in expectations for large US multinationals. If passed, this legislation would mandate that companies publicly disclose human rights and environmental risks throughout their global supply chains. Although still in draft form, the Act aligns with international trends […]
The EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which came into force in early 2025, marks a transformative shift in how manufacturers must approach environmental responsibility. Building on the earlier Ecodesign Directive, the ESPR now applies far beyond energy-related products, extending its requirements to nearly all categories sold in the EU market. This sweeping regulation […]
The UK’s renewed commitment to its net-zero by 2050 target, laid out in the updated national strategy of October 2024, has placed supply-chain emissions under the microscope like never before. While large firms have long been encouraged to track their direct emissions (Scopes 1 and 2), the new mandate now requires detailed reporting of Scope […]
The reauthorization of the US Farm to School Act, which came into effect in July 2023, has quietly transformed the way states approach transparency in farm-to-table initiatives for K–12 schools. While the spirit of the law has always been about supporting local agriculture and ensuring healthier meals for students, this latest update places stronger emphasis […]
Singapore, 26 November 2025 – The International Trade Council today announced the global launch of EXPORT READY, a free, AI-assisted export readiness platform designed to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) assess, plan, and execute their international expansion strategies with confidence. SMEs are widely recognised as the backbone of the global economy, representing around […]
4–6 December 2025 | The Edge Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya – The Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2025, the region’s leading event dedicated to electric vehicles and sustainable mobility, will take place from 4–6 December 2025 at The Edge Convention Centre in Nairobi. Organised by MIE Events DMCC in partnership with GEX […]
The 2024 amendments to the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive have, in a way, shifted the burden of accountability further upstream in packaging supply chains. For EU retailers, this isn’t just a regulatory adjustment; it’s a promptâ€â€some might say a nudge, others a pushâ€â€to rethink how packaging origins, compositions, and end-of-life plans are tracked and reported. […]
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil emphasized the importance of strengthening trade and investment ties between Europe and China during his visit to Beijing. He highlighted the EU’s readiness to support its industries while encouraging collaborative solutions that benefit both sides. Speaking on Tuesday, Klingbeil noted that coordinated EU positions are key to effective engagement […]
The United States and Saudi Arabia are set to announce a series of agreements on Tuesday that are expected to strengthen trade and investment ties, covering defense sales, civil nuclear energy cooperation, and a multibillion-dollar investment in U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure, a senior U.S. administration official said. The deals highlight both countries’ commitment to […]
The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to reduce interest rates in December and again in early 2026, according to a Reuters poll of economists, as inflation continues to show signs of cooling. The anticipated cuts are seen as supportive of trade conditions by easing financing pressures on businesses. The survey, conducted from November […]
China’s Premier Li Qiang is set to visit Zambia on Wednesday, marking the first trip by a Chinese premier to the country in 28 years. The visit comes as Zambia continues its recovery from a recent financial crisis and seeks new investment to support industrial expansion. China, Zambia’s largest official creditor with $5.7 billion […]
South Korea is preparing new incentives to encourage long-term participation in its stock market as part of broader efforts to reinforce financial stability and enhance the country’s trade competitiveness, the finance minister announced on Wednesday. Since President Lee Jae Myung took office in June, the administration has introduced reform commitments aimed at improving market […]