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Indonesia Anticipated to Sustain Trade Surplus in October

November 13, 2023

Indonesia is expected to maintain its trade surplus at $3 billion in October, according to a Reuters poll conducted between November 8 and November 14. This figure represents a slight narrowing compared to the previous month’s surplus of $3.42 billion. The Southeast Asian nation has experienced a weakening trade surplus in recent months, primarily attributed […]

WTO-WIPO Colloquium Empowers Intellectual Property Educators in Geneva

November 13, 2023

The 19th edition of the colloquium for intellectual property (IP) educators commenced on November 13 in Geneva. Co-hosted by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the World Trade Organization (WTO), this capacity-building event, spanning until November 24, has brought together 27 IP educators and researchers from various corners of the globe. The annual colloquium’s […]

China and EU Commerce Officials Engage in Fruitful Discussions on Trade Relations, EVs, and More

November 12, 2023

In a significant development, China’s Commerce Minister, Wang Wentao, engaged in substantive discussions with Thierry Breton, the EU’s industry chief, on various crucial topics related to China-EU trade relations and technological cooperation. The talks, described as “in-depth,” covered a wide range of issues, highlighting the growing importance of the China-EU economic relationship on the global […]

US and Indonesia Explore Potential Partnership for EV Mineral Trade

November 12, 2023

In a significant development, the United States and Indonesia are set to engage in discussions regarding a potential minerals partnership focused on boosting the trade of nickel, a crucial component in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The talks are slated to take place as Indonesian President Joko Widodo visits the White House for a meeting with […]

Ukraine Boosts Grain Deliveries to Black Sea Ports Through Successful Export Corridor

November 10, 2023

In a recent development, Ukraine has witnessed a significant increase in the number of rail wagons transporting grains to the ports in the Odesa region. This positive trend is attributed to the successful operation of an alternative Black Sea export corridor, as reported by a senior official from Ukrainian Railways. Valeriy Tkachov, the Deputy […]

United States Re-Opens Its Market to Paraguayan Beef Exports After 25-Year Pause

November 9, 2023

In a significant development, the United States is set to resume importing beef from Paraguay after a hiatus lasting a quarter of a century. This eagerly awaited decision was announced by the U.S. embassy in Paraguay on Thursday, following an extensive regulatory review process. President Santiago Pena hailed this milestone as a momentous occasion, […]

WTO to Spotlight Trade’s Vital Role in Climate Action at COP28 in Dubai

November 9, 2023

In a significant move, the World Trade Organization (WTO) is gearing up to emphasize the pivotal role of trade policies in combating climate change at the upcoming UN COP28 Climate Change Conference in Dubai, scheduled from November 30 to December 12. A dedicated portal has been launched to provide information about the WTO’s involvement in […]

EU Aims to Resolve U.S. Steel Dispute, Hoping for Year-End Agreement

November 9, 2023

The European Commission is actively pursuing an agreement with the United States regarding steel and aluminum trade, with the goal of ending U.S. import tariffs on these metals by the close of the year. Commission Vice President Vera Jourova made this announcement, underscoring the European Union’s determination to find a resolution. Negotiations between U.S. […]

Taiwan and Britain Forge New Trade Partnership, Strengthening Global Ties

November 8, 2023

In a significant development, Taiwan and Britain have inked an Enhanced Trade Partnership, signaling their intent to deepen economic cooperation. The move is poised to fortify Taiwan’s position in global trade and enhance its diplomatic relationships with European nations. Taiwan places great importance on its alliance with Britain, despite the absence of formal diplomatic […]

Western Miners Seek Premium Pricing for Rare Earth Metals to Diversify from China

November 8, 2023

Several Canadian, German, and Australian mining companies are aiming to secure premium prices for critical metals, such as rare earths, used in electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy sources. Their goal is to offer alternatives to China, which currently dominates the production and pricing of these vital minerals. China’s control over 95% of rare […]

U.S. Lawmakers Call for Tariff Increase on Chinese-Made Vehicles

November 8, 2023

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is urging the Biden administration to raise tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles and explore measures to prevent Chinese firms from exporting vehicles to the United States through Mexico. In a letter addressed to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, Representative Mike Gallagher, a Republican who chairs a select committee on China, […]

Japan Records Strong Current Account Surplus as Trade Returns to Positive Territory

November 8, 2023

Japan has reported its largest current account surplus in 18 months for September, thanks to a positive swing in the trade balance and significant gains from overseas investments, according to data from the Ministry of Finance (MOF). The current account surplus for September reached 2.72 trillion yen ($18.03 billion), slightly below the economists’ median […]

Improved Australia-China Relations Benefit Pacific Island Nations, Says PNG Minister

November 8, 2023

Pacific Island nations seeking closer economic ties with Beijing are expected to benefit from the recent improvement in relations between Australia and China, according to Papua New Guinea’s Minister for State, Justin Tkachenko. Tkachenko expressed satisfaction with Australia’s positive outcomes from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s recent visit to China, the first by an Australian leader […]

Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) Commences Carbon Trading Operations

November 8, 2023

In a significant move aligning with Indonesia’s proactive stance toward achieving ambitious emission reduction goals of 31.89 percent by 2030, the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) officially launched carbon trading operations on September 26, 2023. This step follows the issuance of a carbon exchange license by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) on September 18, 2023, and […]

Switzerland Sets Year-End Deadline for Key Decision on EU Negotiations

November 8, 2023

Switzerland has made a significant step toward shaping its future relationship with the European Union, with plans to determine its negotiating position by the year’s end. The Swiss government revealed this intention on Wednesday as it proceeds with efforts to regulate its ties with the EU, its largest trading partner. Since April 2022, Bern […]

China Boosts U.S. Soybean Purchases, Offering Hope for American Farmers

November 7, 2023

In a positive turn of events for the most valuable U.S. farm export, China has recently made its largest single-day U.S. soybean purchases in at least three months, according to traders. This development comes as overseas sales of the 2023 harvest had been lagging behind the usual pace, raising concerns among U.S. farmers. Chinese […]

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