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ITC welcomes 26 new corporate members

May 20, 2023

Daisy

May 20, 2023 – The International Trade Council (ITC) is delighted to report the further growth of its global network with the inclusion of 18 new corporate members in the week ending on 19th May. Our newly affiliated companies span a wide range of sectors and hail from several countries across the globe, including Australia, […]

International Trade Council Endorses New Sanctions Against Russia by OFAC

May 19, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) expresses full support for the United States and other G7 partners’ decision to intensify global sanctions against the Russian Federation. As an advocate for equitable and responsible global trade, the ITC recognizes the significance of these sanctions administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control […]

International Trade Council Applauds Pledge to Boost China-Uzbekistan Bilateral Trade Relations

May 18, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) welcomes the recent pledge between China and Uzbekistan to improve bilateral trade balances and to intensify cooperation. The agreement, concluded during the China-Central Asia Summit, signifies a strong commitment towards mutual economic prosperity and solidifies the strategic partnership between the two nations.   Following discussions between Chinese President Xi Jinping […]

International Trade Council Responds to Us President’s Veto on Solar Panel Tariffs

May 17, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) acknowledges US President Joe Biden’s recent decision to veto a resolution by Congress seeking to re-establish tariffs on solar panel imports from Southeast Asia. This decision puts to rest an ongoing dispute about whether to penalize China for possible trade violations that circumvent US rules restricting imports of inexpensive Asian-made […]

ITC Discusses Recent Sanctions Against Russia

May 16, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) acknowledges the European Union’s (EU) 11th package of sanctions against Russia announced last week by European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen. The latest sanction package aims to prevent Russia from importing high-tech components for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine from neighboring countries.   Central Asian nations, such as Uzbekistan […]

Launch of UK-Switzerland Trade Talks

May 16, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) is optimistic about the commencement of talks on an enhanced free trade agreement between the United Kingdom and Switzerland, slated to begin on Monday. The British Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, is set to meet Swiss Economy Minister, Guy Parmelin, in Bern, with an ambition to bolster exports in financial and […]

The ITC Supports UK’s Commitment to Strengthen Farming Sector

May 16, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) welcomes UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s recently announced measures aimed at reinforcing the UK food supply chain and protecting farmers in future trade negotiations. This initiative is a proactive response to address inflation and highlights the pivotal role of the agricultural sector in the UK’s economy and trade.   The […]

The ITC Supports Strict Enforcement of Cosmetics Regulations

May 16, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) today underscores the importance of adhering to cosmetic regulation management rules, as a small trading firm in southwest China faces a significant fine of $420 million for suspected violations.   The Chongqing-based company, Dezhao, was fined by the city’s market regulator for alleged breaches, including the failure to obtain necessary […]

EU Passes Groundbreaking Law for ‘Deforestation-Free’ Trade

May 16, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) welcomes the European Union’s new landmark law obligating EU-based companies to ensure their imports and exports are “deforestation-free” and respectful of human rights.   The newly adopted European Union Deforestation-Free Products Regulation places the responsibility on companies registered in EU member states to confirm that seven key agricultural commodities – […]

International Trade Council Responds to the Recent China-Ecuador Free Trade Agreement

May 12, 2023

Daisy

The International Trade Council (ITC) acknowledges the signing of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between China and Ecuador, marking a significant strengthening of economic relations between the Andean nation and the world’s second-largest economy. This development comes despite concerns raised by the United States, which has been active in countering the expansion of China’s influence […]

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