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International Trade Council Urges Full Embargo on Russian Energy to Support Ukraine

May 10, 2022

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The International Trade Council is urging for a full embargo on Russian energy imports, in order to support Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. Ukraine’s Finance Minister, Sergeii Marchenko, stated that the embargo would make it harder for Russia to finance their military needs, whilst also levelling the playing field between the two countries. […]

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US Trade Deficit Reaches Record High Amid Surge in Goods Imports

May 4, 2022

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The International Trade Council announces that the US trade deficit has widened to an all-time high in March, as companies relied on foreign producers to meet strong domestic demand. According to the Commerce Department, the gap in goods and services trade grew by 22.3% to $109.8 billion.   The widening of the trade deficit during […]

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International Trade Council comments on Pakistan’s strategy to boost foreign exchange reserves

April 29, 2022

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Karachi, Pakistan – The International Trade Council has announced that Pakistan has a plan in place to boost its shrinking foreign exchange reserves, despite being heavily reliant on imports of essential fuel, cooking oil and pulses. The country’s finance minister, Miftah Ismail, has confirmed that the government has a “strategy” in place to increase its […]

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International Trade Council Supports Ukraine Amidst Largest Commodity Shock Since 1970s

April 26, 2022

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April 26, 2022 – The International Trade Council (ITC) is concerned about the impact of the Ukraine-Russia war on global commodity prices, with the World Bank forecasting the “largest commodity shock” since the 1970s. The ITC acknowledges the warning from the World Bank and is supportive of Ukraine as it faces this challenging situation.   […]

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Pakistan Seeks Extension of IMF Programme and Increased Funding

April 26, 2022

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Islamabad, Pakistan – The Pakistani Finance Minister, Miftah Ismail, has announced that Pakistan is seeking an increase in the size and duration of its $6bn International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. Following discussions with the IMF in Washington, Ismail requested that the fund extend the programme for another year and enhance the funding available to Pakistan […]

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China Cuts Tariffs for New Zealand Wood and Paper: International Trade Council Acknowledges Positive Development

April 7, 2022

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The International Trade Council acknowledges the recent announcement by China’s Ministry of Finance to cut tariffs on wood and paper from New Zealand. The decision is expected to boost trade and investment between the two countries and foster economic growth. China will eliminate tariffs on 12 wood and paper products imported from New Zealand from […]

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US Congress Votes to Suspend Russia Trade Status: International Trade Council Provides Insight

April 7, 2022

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Washington, D.C. – The International Trade Council provides insight into the recent vote by the United States Congress to suspend Russia’s ‘most favoured nation’ trade status and ban imports of Russian oil. The Council urges all parties to engage in constructive dialogue to ensure that international trade and economic stability are maintained. With the US […]

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Australia and India Forge Closer Trade Ties with Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement

April 2, 2022

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The International Trade Council welcomes the recent signing of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement, which signals an intention by the two nations to forge closer trade ties.   The virtual ceremony took place on April 2, with Australia’s Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, and his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, witnessing the event.   According […]

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International Trade Council Announces Israel-UAE Free Trade Agreement

April 1, 2022

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The International Trade Council is pleased to announce the conclusion of negotiations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates for a free trade agreement. The deal, which was reached after four rounds of negotiations, including a meeting in Egypt last month between Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and the UAE’s de facto leader, Abu Dhabi […]

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International Trade Council expresses its support for Ukraine

March 10, 2022

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International Trade Council expresses its support for Ukraine amidst the catastrophic impact of the ongoing war on the country’s economy. The World Bank recently warned that the war in Ukraine would cut global economic growth, and the president of the World Bank, David Malpass, has called it “a catastrophe” for the world. The International Trade […]

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International Trade Council expresses solidarity with Ukraine in ongoing conflict

March 3, 2022

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The International Trade Council stands in solidarity with Ukraine in the face of ongoing attacks from Russia, as Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announces the country is stripping Russia and Belarus of their status as “most favoured nation” trading partners.   “We strongly condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and support Canada’s move to impose […]

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International Trade Council Celebrates the Resumption of Mexican Avocado Imports to the US

February 18, 2022

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The International Trade Council welcomes the decision of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to lift the ban on Mexican avocado imports to the US. The ban, which was triggered by a threat to a US food inspector, had halted the primary supply of avocados to the US.   The import ban had a […]

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International Trade Council Comments on the Philippines and New Zealand Rejecting Myanmar’s Inclusion in RCEP

February 15, 2022

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The International Trade Council acknowledges the decisions made by the Philippines and New Zealand to reject the inclusion of Myanmar in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world’s largest free trade agreement. This move broadens international opposition to the military takeover in Myanmar, which has led to violence, democratic setbacks, and trade and diplomatic […]

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International Trade Council Comments on China-Lithuania Trade Issues

February 11, 2022

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The International Trade Council expresses concern over China’s suspension of beef imports from Lithuania amid the growing trade spat with the Baltic nation and its Western allies over Taiwan. The suspension took effect on Wednesday, and the General Administration of Customs did not give a reason for the suspension. However, the agency typically halts imports […]

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International Trade Council Applauds US-Japan Steel Deal

February 10, 2022

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The International Trade Council welcomes the truce between the United States and Japan, which allows most steel shipments from Japan to enter tariff-free for the first time since 2018. The agreement will remove the 25% levy on incoming steel imports from Japan, up to 1.25 million metric tons a year, and will take effect from […]

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India and the United Kingdom Launch Talks on Free Trade Deal

January 14, 2022

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The International Trade Council is pleased to announce the launch of negotiations between India and the United Kingdom on a free trade deal. This ambitious agreement is expected to significantly boost bilateral trade, marking one of the most notable negotiations for the UK following Brexit. British International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan met with India’s Minister […]

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