The UK’s renewed commitment to its net-zero by 2050 target, laid out in the updated national strategy of October 2024, has placed supply-chain emissions under the microscope like never before. While large firms have long been encouraged to track their direct emissions (Scopes 1 and 2), the new mandate now requires detailed reporting of Scope […]
The reauthorization of the US Farm to School Act, which came into effect in July 2023, has quietly transformed the way states approach transparency in farm-to-table initiatives for K–12 schools. While the spirit of the law has always been about supporting local agriculture and ensuring healthier meals for students, this latest update places stronger emphasis […]
Singapore, 26 November 2025 – The International Trade Council today announced the global launch of EXPORT READY, a free, AI-assisted export readiness platform designed to help micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) assess, plan, and execute their international expansion strategies with confidence. SMEs are widely recognised as the backbone of the global economy, representing […]
4–6 December 2025 | The Edge Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya – The Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2025, the region’s leading event dedicated to electric vehicles and sustainable mobility, will take place from 4–6 December 2025 at The Edge Convention Centre in Nairobi. Organised by MIE Events DMCC in partnership with GEX […]
The 2024 amendments to the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive have, in a way, shifted the burden of accountability further upstream in packaging supply chains. For EU retailers, this isn’t just a regulatory adjustment; it’s a prompt—some might say a nudge, others a push—to rethink how packaging origins, compositions, and end-of-life plans are tracked and reported. […]
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil emphasized the importance of strengthening trade and investment ties between Europe and China during his visit to Beijing. He highlighted the EU’s readiness to support its industries while encouraging collaborative solutions that benefit both sides. Speaking on Tuesday, Klingbeil noted that coordinated EU positions are key to effective engagement […]
The United States and Saudi Arabia are set to announce a series of agreements on Tuesday that are expected to strengthen trade and investment ties, covering defense sales, civil nuclear energy cooperation, and a multibillion-dollar investment in U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure, a senior U.S. administration official said. The deals highlight both countries’ commitment to […]
The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to reduce interest rates in December and again in early 2026, according to a Reuters poll of economists, as inflation continues to show signs of cooling. The anticipated cuts are seen as supportive of trade conditions by easing financing pressures on businesses. The survey, conducted from November […]
China’s Premier Li Qiang is set to visit Zambia on Wednesday, marking the first trip by a Chinese premier to the country in 28 years. The visit comes as Zambia continues its recovery from a recent financial crisis and seeks new investment to support industrial expansion. China, Zambia’s largest official creditor with $5.7 billion […]
South Korea is preparing new incentives to encourage long-term participation in its stock market as part of broader efforts to reinforce financial stability and enhance the country’s trade competitiveness, the finance minister announced on Wednesday. Since President Lee Jae Myung took office in June, the administration has introduced reform commitments aimed at improving market […]
Swiss Security Solutions LLC has been announced as a finalist for the prestigious Best International Security Services Provider category at the 2025 Go Global Awards. This recognition highlights the company’s innovation and leadership in the global defense-security industry “Swiss Security Solutions LLC epitomizes the caliber of excellence we seek to honor with the Go […]
Invest Barbados is pleased to announce its selection as a finalist for the prestigious Investment Promotion Agency of the Year category at the 2025 Go Global Awards. This recognition highlights Invest Barbados’s outstanding commitment to fostering economic development and promoting Barbados as a premier jurisdiction for global investment. “Invest Barbados exemplifies the spirit of […]
Zoni American High School is thrilled to announce its selection as a finalist in the “Best in Student-Centric Academic Support” category at the prestigious Go Global Awards. This recognition highlights Zoni’s commitment to providing exceptional educational experiences and support for students worldwide. “Zoni American High School exemplifies how innovation in education can break down […]
The 2023 amendments to the US Tariff Act have introduced a new dimension to import compliance, one that—while perhaps expected by some—still caught many trade professionals adjusting their internal processes on short notice. The core requirement is straightforward in theory: importers of goods subject to Section 301 tariffs must now disclose their upstream suppliers with […]
Dammam, Saudi Arabia – November 2025 – Connecting Trade Worldwide (CTW) Saudi Arabia is back for its third edition, providing a dynamic platform for global businesses to explore the Kingdom’s fast-evolving market. Taking place from December 8–11, 2025 at the Dhahran International Exhibition Centre, Dammam, the event bridges international companies with Saudi Arabia’s expanding opportunities […]
8–11 December 2025 | Dhahran International Exhibition Centre, Dammam, Saudi Arabia Dammam, Saudi Arabia – Gulf 4P 2025 will convene the region’s most influential buyers, manufacturers, and innovators across Plastics, Packaging, Printing, and Petrochemicals from 8–11 December 2025 at the Dhahran International Exhibition Centre in Dammam. Engineered as a high-impact B2B marketplace, the event […]