South Korea is set to engage in discussions with the United States to secure favourable tariff conditions on semiconductor products, highlighting ongoing effortsSouth Korea and the. United States Open Talks to Support Stable Semiconductor Trade to strengthen trade cooperation in the global technology sector. Officials said the move aims to ensure fair and balanced [...]
Italy is highlighting the Arctic as a key region for global trade growth, urging Western allies to enhance coordination to ensure stability while unlocking new economic opportunities. The area’s emerging shipping routes, abundant energy resources, and mineral reserves position it as a strategic hub for future commerce. Speaking during the release of Italy’s updated [...]
Canada and China have taken a meaningful step toward deepening bilateral trade cooperation, announcing a reciprocal tariff adjustment designed to improve market access and support key sectors in both economies. Under the agreement, Canada will lower its tariff on electric vehicles imported from China, while China will reduce duties on major Canadian agricultural exports, [...]
China’s economy recorded 5% growth in 2025, meeting official targets and underscoring the continued importance of trade as a key driver of economic activity, even amid shifting tariff policies and global market adjustments. Strong export performance played a central role in supporting overall growth, helping offset softer domestic consumption and investment. Expanding trade flows [...]
Taiwan’s semiconductor market gained fresh momentum as investor confidence strengthened following a major acquisition announcement by the U.S.-based memory chip producer, underscoring continued optimism in global semiconductor trade. Shares of a local chip manufacturer rose sharply after plans were revealed to sell a fabrication facility in Miaoli County in a cash transaction valued at [...]
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer underscored the importance of extending the existing free trade agreement with Canada and Mexico, warning that the future of U.S. auto production depends on strong regional trade cooperation. As the agreement faces a review this year, she stressed that maintaining and improving the deal is critical for keeping the U.S. auto [...]
Canada and China are taking decisive steps toward rebuilding their bilateral relationship, signaling renewed momentum for trade, investment, and economic cooperation. During his visit to Beijing, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described the engagement as the beginning of a new era, emphasizing a forward-looking partnership that responds to today’s global trade challenges. After years [...]
The United States and Taiwan have reached a landmark trade agreement that will significantly expand semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S. Under the deal, Taiwanese companies will invest $250 billion and the Taiwanese government will contribute an additional $250 billion, bringing the total investment to $500 billion. This massive commitment is expected to strengthen the [...]
Malaysia’s economy surpassed expectations in 2025, growing 4.9% as strong domestic demand and resilient trade performance fueled expansion. The final quarter saw GDP rise 5.7% compared to the same period in 2024, marking the fastest growth since mid-2024 and reflecting the country’s ability to adapt and remain competitive in global markets. Growth was driven [...]
The United Arab Emirates has joined a U.S.-led program, Pax Silica, designed to secure AI and semiconductor supply chains, signaling a new phase of strong economic cooperation between the two countries. The initiative also brings together strategic partners including Australia, Britain, Israel, Japan, Qatar, Singapore, and South Korea. U.S. officials praised the UAE as [...]
Taiwan signaled promising progress toward a tariff agreement with the United States as its trade negotiators headed to Washington for the latest round of talks. Both sides are expected to announce areas of agreement, marking a step forward in strengthening bilateral trade relations. The negotiations aim to reduce reciprocal tariffs, including lowering Taiwan’s export [...]
The United States has introduced a 25% tariff on certain high-performance AI chips, including the Nvidia H200 processor and AMD’s MI325X, as part of a national security directive aimed at strengthening domestic semiconductor production. The measure, announced Wednesday by the White House, follows a nine-month review under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of [...]
A leading automotive executive emphasized the importance of maintaining a North American free trade framework, describing it as essential for the stability of regional manufacturing and cross-border supply chains. The comments came as the existing United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) approaches a scheduled review that could determine whether it is renewed, revised, or allowed to expire. [...]
Japan and South Korea agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation with a stronger focus on trade, technology, and supply chain stability following a summit between their leaders in Nara, Japan. The discussions highlighted the growing importance of closer economic coordination as East Asia faces an increasingly volatile regional and global trade environment. The two sides [...]
Signals from Industry Investment, Global Industry Shifts, Execution and Emerging Growth Models The global electric vehicle (EV) market is entering a more mature and progressive phase of alignment and development. Following a decade of rapid expansion driven by accelerated technological progress, regulatory support, and early-adopter demand, electrification is increasingly defined by execution capability, capital […]
South Africa has welcomed the U. S. House of Representatives’ approval of legislation to renew a key trade programme that supports economic ties between the United States and African economies, calling it a constructive step for bilateral and regional trade. The bill would extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for another three [...]
