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Thailand Enhances Agricultural Exports to Shanghai Market

July 9, 2024

Daisy

Thailand is set to elevate its export criteria and agricultural product standards, reinforcing the credibility and quality of the “Made in Thailand” brand. This commitment was announced by the Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister on Monday following a meeting with the chairman of an international trade promotion council in Shanghai.   The meeting, part of an […]

China Yet to Become Major Export Destination for Bangladesh

July 9, 2024

Daisy

Despite a decade of generous preferential trade benefits, China has not emerged as a significant export destination for Bangladesh. In contrast, India and Japan have proven to be valuable export markets for Bangladeshi goods over the years.   According to data from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), Bangladesh’s exports to Japan reached $1.69 billion in […]

Export-Import Trade Flourishes at Key Seaport

July 9, 2024

Daisy

A major seaport in Bangladesh has experienced significant growth in export-import trade during the fiscal year 2023-24 compared to the previous fiscal year. In FY2022-23, the port saw the arrival of 827 ships. This number rose to 846 ships in FY2023-24, surpassing the target of 840 ships by 6. This data was revealed in a […]

Egypt’s Non-Petroleum Trade Deficit Shrinks by 22.9% in Q1 2024

July 8, 2024

Daisy

The Cabinet’s Information and Decision Support Center has revealed a positive development in Egypt’s non-petroleum trade deficit for the first quarter of 2024, marking a 22.9% decrease to $6.4 billion compared to approximately $8.3 billion in Q1 2023. This improvement is attributed to increased non-petroleum exports coupled with reduced non-petroleum imports. During Q1 2024, Egypt’s […]

Bangladesh Plans Shift from Rice Imports to Exports, Says Food Minister

July 8, 2024

Daisy

Bangladesh’s Food Minister, Sadhan Chandra Majumder, announced that the country will focus on exporting rice instead of importing it in the future.   “In the past two years, our government has refrained from importing rice, and this year, there is no necessity for rice imports,” he stated during the inauguration of the Agriculture Technology Fair-2024 […]

IceFish 2024: Iceland Gears Up for Premier Fisheries, Seafood, and Aqua Exhibition

July 8, 2024

Daisy

Reykjavik, Iceland – The 14th Icelandic Fisheries Exhibition, known as IceFish, is set to captivate industry professionals and enthusiasts alike from September 18-20, 2024, at the Smárinn, Fifan Halls in Kópavogur, Iceland. This biennial event serves as a cornerstone for Iceland’s thriving seafood and aquaculture sectors, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, innovative products, and sustainable practices shaping […]

Vietnam’s Exports Surge in First Half of 2024, Driving Trade Surplus

July 8, 2024

Daisy

Vietnam has reported a significant surge in exports during the first half of 2024, leading to a notable trade surplus. This growth has been fueled by both the domestic and foreign-invested sectors   The domestic economic sector experienced a remarkable 20.6% increase in exports, reaching $53 billion USD, which represents 28% of the country’s total […]

India and UK Set to Resume Talks on Proposed Free Trade Agreement

July 8, 2024

Daisy

Senior officials from India and the United Kingdom are scheduled to meet this month to advance discussions on a proposed free trade agreement (FTA). This development comes after the formation of a new government in the UK, with both nations eager to resolve outstanding issues and finalize the negotiations.   The FTA talks, which began […]

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