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November 1, 2023

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In a significant development, the Committee on Import Licensing Procedures unveiled the Import Licensing Notification Portal on October 31st. This innovative digital platform marks a pivotal step towards enhancing transparency and streamlining the import licensing process within the World Trade Organization (WTO). Members of the committee can now draft and submit import notifications online, ushering […]

November 1, 2023

Daisy

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a cornerstone of U.S.-Africa trade relations since 2000, will be the focal point of discussions at the upcoming AGOA Forum in Johannesburg. This year’s event is critical as it precedes the 2025 expiration of the program, sparking debates on its renewal, reform, and impact.   Established under former […]

October 31, 2023

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In a move that aligns with President Xi Jinping’s expansive Belt and Road Initiative, China has unveiled plans to establish a free trade zone in the northwestern region of Xinjiang. This development comes amid ongoing controversies and Western sanctions related to alleged human rights abuses against the Uyghur population in the area.   Xinjiang, a […]

October 31, 2023

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In a joint statement made during the 11th EU-Korea Trade Committee meeting, both parties announced the commencement of negotiations for a digital trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and Korea. This milestone decision aims to establish a legal framework that ensures certainty for businesses and consumers engaged in digital trade, enhances their protection in […]

October 31, 2023

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In a development with potential implications for Northern Ireland’s political landscape, the International Trade Council reports that there may be an opportunity to reinstate political power-sharing in the region in the coming weeks. This optimism stems, in part, from the possibility of substantial investments in Northern Ireland, as highlighted by the U.S. Ambassador to London. […]

October 31, 2023

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  Three-day event set for November 6-8 at the Omni Providence   PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Rhode Island Commerce, in partnership with the International Trade Council, is set to welcome hundreds of business and economic development leaders from around the world at next week’s 2023 Go Global Awards.   Scheduled for Monday, November 6 – Wednesday, November 8, […]