London, United Kingdom — The International Centre for Trade Transparency & Monitoring (ICTTM) today announced the appointment of Susan Robinson to its Board of Directors and the appointment of Mr Giuseppe Funaro as Chief Executive Officer. The appointments support ICTTM’s continued global expansion and strengthen the organization’s mission to modernize trade intelligence through its flagship […]
Recent developments in international trade and investment underscore a dual trend of pragmatic re-engagement between global powers and strategic diversification of high-tech supply chains. The United Kingdom and China have entered a new phase of relations following a state visit to Beijing by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in late January, the first by a […]
India is making a concerted push to attract significant foreign direct investment (FDI) through a new trade agreement with the United States and a proposed liberalization of its banking sector. An interim trade deal between the two economic powers is poised to boost capital inflows and reverse recent outflows of foreign portfolio investment, according to […]
Southeast Asia is rapidly becoming a focal point for both innovative and traditional trade liberalization efforts. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is poised to sign a landmark Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) this year, while the European Union is simultaneously advancing negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Philippines. […]
A wave of foreign direct investment is targeting Africa’s foundational economic sectors, with significant capital flowing into technology infrastructure and agriculture to address critical needs for digital transformation and food security. Dubai-based Maser Group announced a $1.6 billion investment over the next two years in African data centers and farmlands, Energy Monitor reported on February […]
Trade between European nations and partners in Africa and South America is showing significant momentum, highlighted by record-breaking bilateral trade between the United Kingdom and Kenya and the finalization of a landmark free trade agreement between the Mercosur and EFTA blocs. Bilateral trade between the UK and Kenya reached a record £2.1 billion (KES […]
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The massive volume of product returns following the 2025 holiday season, a period dubbed ‘Return-uary,’ is placing significant strain on supply chains and accelerating investment and innovation in the reverse logistics sector. According to a report from Taylor, approximately 12.2% of online orders from the holiday season were returned in the first two weeks of […]
In a complex global trade environment, importers are gaining access to new mechanisms for cost reduction and data analysis. Effective February 2, 2026, the U.S. has introduced a new process that can lower the Section 232 tariff burden for importers of certain medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs). According to Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A., this […]
Global shipping carriers are aggressively expanding their control beyond the ports, a strategic pivot underscored by CMA CGM’s completed acquisition of Freightliner UK’s multimodal business on February 3, 2026. According to the SeaRates Blog, this move signals a significant shift for maritime operators from a traditional port-to-port focus to a more integrated approach that includes […]
The United Kingdom’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) is escalating its fight against the use of digital currencies for sanctions evasion, creating a new partnership just as a United Nations report highlights the growing reliance of sanctioned states on stablecoins. According to a February 2, 2026 announcement reported by Mayer Brown, OFSI has partnered […]
The United States and India have reached a tentative trade agreement that will see U.S. tariffs on Indian goods significantly reduced from 50% to 18%, a move expected to bring cost relief to American companies. The deal, announced by President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media on February 2, 2026, marks […]
Singapore — 3 February 2026 — The International Centre for Trade Transparency Limited (ICTTM) today announced a groundbreaking new service inside its ADAMftd product: instant, tailored market-entry intelligence reports for importers, exporters, and trade professionals who need reliable answers—fast. Unlike traditional market research that can take weeks and cost tens of thousands of dollars, […]
Singapore — 3 February 2026 — The International Trade Council (ITC) today announced a major breakthrough in applied artificial intelligence for international trade: instant, tailored market-entry intelligence reports produced through its subsidiary, the International Centre for Trade Transparency Limited (ICTTM), using the ADAMftd platform. This new capability is designed for importers, exporters, customs brokers, […]