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March 5, 2024

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Vietnam’s shrimp export industry is projected to see a notable increase of 10-15 percent this year, reaching a turnover of $4-4.3 billion, as reported by the Vietnam News Agency on Monday, citing the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers.   The United States and China are anticipated to maintain their positions as the top […]

March 5, 2024

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Germany experienced a notable surge in exports at the beginning of the year, driven by increased demand from European Union nations and China, according to data released by the federal statistics office.   In January, exports soared by 6.3% compared to the previous month, surpassing expectations of a 1.5% increase projected in a Reuters poll. […]

March 5, 2024

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Malaysia Anticipates $5 Billion Investment from Australian Companies. Malaysia is poised to welcome investments totaling up to 24.5 billion ringgit ($5.17 billion) from Australian firms, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as reported by state news agency Bernama on Wednesday.   Leading the investment charge are Australian data center operators AirTrunk and NextDC, with plans […]

March 5, 2024

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Top European Union officials unveiled plans on Tuesday to enhance collaboration within the continent’s defense industry, citing the need for increased joint procurement of weapons among member countries. The European Commission, the EU’s executive body, proposed allocating 1.5 billion euros ($1.63 billion) to incentivize collective purchases from European firms and foster the development of new […]

March 5, 2024

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Government officials from WTO member countries and observer nations eligible for technical assistance are encouraged to apply for the 2024 Advanced Global Workshop on the Agreement on Government Procurement (GPA) 2012. Scheduled from April 29 to May 3, 2024, the workshop aims to enhance participants’ understanding of key issues related to government procurement, international trade, […]

March 4, 2024

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In a bid to enhance its pivotal role in global trade, Egypt is contemplating additional expansions to the Suez Canal, aiming to extend and finalize a second channel of the waterway. The head of the canal announced this development on Monday, emphasizing its potential to accommodate higher volumes of shipping and prevent disruptions that could […]

March 4, 2024

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In a bid to bolster their rice trade amidst the challenges posed by the current El Niño phenomenon, the Philippines and Cambodia have pledged to strengthen their collaboration in agricultural trade, particularly focusing on rice.   During a meeting between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on March 4, 2024, on […]

March 4, 2024

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South Africa has initiated a safeguard investigation into certain flat-rolled products of iron, non-alloy steel, or other alloy steel, as reported to the WTO’s Committee on Safeguards on February 29, 2024.   In this notification, South Africa outlined the procedure for interested parties to participate in the investigation. Interested parties are required to make themselves […]

March 4, 2024

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Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports have witnessed a remarkable increase of 38%, totaling approximately $749.7 million in the first two months of the year. Projections indicate a promising outlook for the industry, with expectations of reaching a peak near $7 billion by the end of the year. The sector’s growth momentum is anticipated to persist […]

March 4, 2024

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At the recent Commodity Classic event, thousands of growers convened to discuss industry trends and developments. Among them was Randy Spronk, Chair of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) and a prominent pork and grain producer from Edgerton, Minn. Together with other USMEF leaders, Spronk expressed gratitude to corn and soybean producers for their invaluable […]

March 4, 2024

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In January 2024, Uzbekistan’s cabbage exports experienced a notable upturn, with shipments totaling 29,100 tons and yielding a revenue of 7 million US dollars, according to recent data released by the Statistics Agency. This surge reflects a substantial financial growth of 4.6 million US dollars compared to the corresponding period in the previous year.   […]

March 3, 2024

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Turkey has reached a significant milestone in its export sector, with official data revealing a record-high volume of exports in February, contributing to the country’s positive economic trajectory in recent months. The nation concluded 2023 on a high note, boasting a record of $255.8 billion in outbound shipments.   Trade Minister Ömer Bolat announced that […]

March 3, 2024

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Australia’s recent announcement of increased funding for maritime security initiatives in collaboration with ASEAN countries holds significant implications for regional trade dynamics.   During a crucial summit with the Southeast Asian bloc, Australia unveiled a substantial investment of A$64 million ($41.8 million) over four years, including A$40 million in new funding. This infusion of resources […]