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July 8, 2024

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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 […]

July 8, 2024

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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 […]

July 8, 2024

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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 […]

July 8, 2024

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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 […]

July 8, 2024

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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 […]

June 25, 2024

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The Warehousing and Material Handling Exhibition (WAREMAT) is set to take place from August 1st to 3rd, 2024, at the CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex in Coimbatore. This event provides a unique opportunity for businesses to explore new prospects in warehousing, material handling, storage, logistics transportation, and supply chain management. It will also serve as a […]

June 25, 2024

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The AUTOROBOT Expo, a leading event dedicated to automation and robotics, has once again brought together industry professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts from around the world. As the global manufacturing industry embraces its fourth revolution, the spotlight is on the transformative impact of robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI).   Automation and robotics have seen significant […]

June 24, 2024

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The Philippines is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in the fintech sector, driven by a synergy of government initiatives and private sector innovations. With the country’s digitalization efforts accelerating, fintech adoption is poised to reach 72% of the population by 2024. This burgeoning growth is highlighted by the impressive $344 million in funding raised in […]

June 20, 2024

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Belfast, Northern Ireland – The 2024 Northern Ireland Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition is set to take place at the TEC Belfast on September 12th. This event will gather industry leaders, academic experts, and government agencies to engage in a day of insightful keynotes and dynamic debates, focusing on the future of manufacturing and supply […]

June 20, 2024

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – The Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA) and VINEXAD Company, in conjunction with the Ministry of Industry and Trade, proudly announce the 2nd Viet Nam International Logistics Exhibition (VILOG 2024). Scheduled to take place from August 1st to 3rd, 2024, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), VILOG 2024 is […]

June 6, 2024

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Pretoria, South Africa – The 42nd annual Southern African Transport Conference and Exhibition is slated for 8-11 July 2024 at the CSIR International Convention Centre (ICC) in Pretoria. This year’s theme, “Upskilling and Reskilling the Transport Industry for Current and Future Challenges,” aims to highlight the critical need for innovation and collaboration within the sector. […]

June 5, 2024

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Infrastructure Africa, the leading business event dedicated to infrastructure development on the continent, has unveiled the Projects Dealroom. This innovative platform is designed to accelerate investment in African infrastructure projects, meeting the continent’s urgent socio-economic needs.   The Projects Dealroom serves as a dynamic marketplace for project developers, investors, financiers, and other key stakeholders to […]

May 24, 2024

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Pune, India – The highly anticipated India Fastener Show 2024 is set to take place from October 17-19 in Pune, Maharashtra, a key manufacturing hub in the region. This premier event is poised to be a central gathering for industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders in the fastener and fastening technology sectors.   With over 150 exhibitors and more […]