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ITC Extends Support for Ukraine’s Recovery at the Ukraine Recovery Conference 2023

June 9, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) is honored to announce its participation in the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC) 2023, slated to take place in London from June 21-22. This esteemed conference, co-hosted by the UK and Ukraine, marks an essential step in rallying international support for Ukraine’s post-conflict recovery. Continuing the cycle of annual events, this […]

ITC to Attend the Prestigious FiNext Conference 2023 in Dubai

June 8, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) is thrilled to announce its participation at the much-anticipated FiNext Conference, set to take place on 21st – 22nd June 2023, in Dubai, UAE. The FiNext Conference, an initiative by InternetShine Corp, USA, serves as a global hub for the financial sector, offering a valuable platform for tech start-ups, SMEs, […]

ITC Announces Government Partners for 2023 Go Global Awards

June 8, 2023

The International Trade Council is delighted to declare the addition of several partners to the 2023 Go Global Awards set to take place in Providence, Rhode Island, from November 6-8, 2023. Building on the success of last year’s event in Estonia, held in association with Enterprise Estonia, we are eagerly preparing for this year’s grand […]

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to Discuss Trade Topics with President Joe Biden in the United States

June 7, 2023

The International Trade Council is delighted to announce that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is embarking on a significant visit to the United States where he is anticipated to discuss various trade-related subjects with President Joe Biden, among them, the President’s landmark green industry investment package. On his journey to Washington DC, Mr. Sunak expressed reservations […]

European Commission Initiates Legal Proceedings Against Poland over “Russian Influence” Law

June 7, 2023

The International Trade Council brings to light the European Commission’s launch of legal proceedings against Poland concerning a contentious law centered around a unique committee set up to probe alleged “Russian influence” within Poland. “This law could potentially be utilized to target opposition politicians during the run-up to Poland’s forthcoming general elections,” said Valdis Dombrovskis, […]

International Trade Council Addresses Cbp’s Enforcement Shift to Type 86 Entries

June 6, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) has noted the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) decision to prioritize enforcement measures on Type 86 entries. The shift comes in response to the escalating usage of this relatively new entry type for de minimis shipments and the corresponding rise in related violations. According to CBP’s James Moore, speaking […]

Honduran President to Visit China to Strengthen Economic Ties

June 5, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) acknowledges the upcoming visit of Honduran President Xiomara Castro to China, as part of Honduras’s efforts to enhance its relations with Beijing and pursue economic opportunities. President Castro’s visit, scheduled from June 9 to 13, comes at the invitation of President Xi Jinping and signifies the growing cooperation between […]

ITC welcomes 51 new corporate members

June 3, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) proudly announces a significant expansion to its influential network with the addition of 51 new corporate members during the week ending on June 2, 2023. Our new affiliates represent a broad spectrum of industries and come from 21 diverse countries including Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, Chile, China, Egypt, Finland, Germany, India, […]

New Foreign Direct Investment Screening Regime Implemented in the Netherlands

June 1, 2023

The Netherlands has enacted a comprehensive foreign direct investment (FDI) screening mechanism through the Security Screening of Investment, Mergers and Acquisitions Act (Wet Veiligheidstoets investeringen, fusies en overnames) (“the FDI Act”), effective since June 1, 2023. This new regime introduces mandatory notifications for investments in target undertakings operating in designated vital sectors and sensitive technologies […]

Armenia’s Role in the Iran-EEU Free Trade Agreement

May 31, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) notes with interest the upcoming implementation of the free trade agreement between Iran and the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU). This agreement is anticipated to bring significant privileges to Armenia for various products, particularly food commodities, as mentioned by Armenia’s Minister of Economy, Vahan Kerobyan. While challenges persist in exporting […]

International Trade Council Applauds Implementation of UK’s Post-Brexit Trade Deals with Australia and New Zealand

May 31, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) enthusiastically welcomes the entry into force of the UK’s post-Brexit trade agreements with Australia and New Zealand. These treaties, while garnering diverse views, signify a significant move for the UK as an independent trading nation, as they represent the first deals to come into force following Britain’s exit from the […]

International Trade Council Observes Significant Developments at South America Summit

May 30, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) is closely following the South American Summit held in Brasilia, Brazil. The summit, led by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, marks a historic gathering of leaders and representatives from twelve South American nations. The main focus of this significant gathering appears to be the revival and strengthening of […]

ITC welcomes 136 new corporate members

May 27, 2023

May 27, 2023 – The International Trade Council (ITC) enthusiastically welcomes the addition of 136 new corporate members during the week ending on 26th May, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of its global network. Our latest entrants come from an array of industries and a truly global footprint, originating from 43 diverse countries […]

The International Trade Council Addresses EU’s Trade Agreement ‘Fatigue’: A Call for Renewed Engagement and Strategy

May 25, 2023

The International Trade Council recognizes the challenges currently faced by the European Union (EU) regarding the slow progress of trade agreement ratifications, as nations grapple with what’s been described as ‘trade agreement fatigue’. As per our latest records, the EU currently maintains 41 trade agreements with 72 countries. Yet, the prolonged discussions and complex […]

International Trade Council Expresses Concern Over Russian PM’s Visit to China

May 23, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) is carefully monitoring the visit of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin to China this week, where he is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and participate in a series of infrastructure and trade agreements. This meeting comes amid increasing global concerns over Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine. Mishustin’s […]

International Trade Council Engages in Discussions Regarding Australian-EU Trade Negotiations

May 23, 2023

The International Trade Council (ITC) acknowledges the ongoing trade negotiations between Australia and the European Union (EU) and the concerns raised by Australian dairy farmers and wine producers regarding the potential impact on naming rights. The ITC recognizes the importance of these negotiations for both parties and encourages open dialogue and constructive engagement to […]

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