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International Trade Council Expands Trade Intelligence and Capacity Building Collaboration with Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce

March 4, 2026

Nina E.

News

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The International Trade Council (ITC) has strengthened its collaboration with the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC), to enhance business intelligence, research capabilities, and global market access for Zimbabwean enterprises.   This strategic initiative focuses on empowering businesses with: Access to advanced global trade intelligence tools Joint research and co-authored annual publications Discounted participation in […]

International Trade Council Signs Strategic MOU to Strengthen Trade Transparency and Digital Access in Sierra Leone

March 4, 2026

Nina E.

Press Release, Trade Partner

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The International Trade Council (ITC) has formally entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Sierra Leone Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (SLCCIA) to enhance trade transparency, research collaboration, and digital trade intelligence access for businesses in Sierra Leone.   This strategic collaboration establishes a framework to empower businesses through: Jointly authored annual […]

U.S. and U.K. Advance Labeling Reforms to Combat Food Waste and Bolster Construction Safety

March 3, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

International Trade Agreements, News, United Kingdom, United States

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Governments in the United States and the United Kingdom are advancing significant labeling reforms aimed at tackling major domestic policy goals, including food waste and construction safety, while keeping a close eye on international trade implications. In the U.S., the bipartisan Food Date Labeling Act has garnered widespread support from over 30 major industry players, […]

Hong Kong and Shanghai Forge Blockchain-Powered Trade Corridor with New MoU

March 3, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

Hong Kong, International Trade Agreements, News

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Hong Kong and Shanghai have formalized a partnership to build a new digital trade and finance corridor, according to a joint announcement on March 2, 2026. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the Shanghai Data Bureau (SDB), and the National Technology Innovation Center for Blockchain (NTICBC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration […]

US Regulator Targets Insider Trading on Prediction Markets, Signaling New Enforcement Front

March 3, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

News, Trade, United States

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The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is opening a new front in the battle against financial crime, taking aim at illegal trading on prediction markets. In an advisory issued on February 25, 2026, the agency’s Enforcement Division clarified its authority to prosecute the use of confidential information for trading on these platforms, a practice […]

Nations Modernize Trade Rules: India, UK, and Singapore Launch Reforms to Bolster International Contracts

March 2, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

India, News, Trade Agreements, United Kingdom

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Several key trading nations have recently announced significant reforms aimed at modernizing the legal and logistical frameworks that underpin international trade contracts, signaling a global trend towards reducing friction and embracing digitalization.   In a move to strengthen its position as a global manufacturing hub, India has introduced major tax and customs reforms as part […]

Canada and China Forge Ahead with Major Port Expansions and Automation

March 2, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

Canada, China, International Trade and Investments, News

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While geopolitical tensions disrupt trade in some regions, Canada and China are making significant long-term investments in port infrastructure and technology to secure future growth and efficiency. According to Western Investor, Canadian ports are advancing major expansion projects designed to enhance access to global markets. In Manitoba, the Port of Churchill, Canada’s only deepwater Arctic […]

Canada and New Zealand Intensify Trade Negotiations with India Amid Shifting Global Alliances

March 2, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

Canada, New Zealand, News, Trade Agreements

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Canada and New Zealand are making separate but parallel pushes to secure comprehensive free trade agreements with India, signaling a broader strategic effort by Western-aligned nations to deepen economic ties with the Indo-Pacific giant. According to CTV News, Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne has confirmed that the federal government is once again “exploring” a formal […]

India and EU Finalize Landmark Free Trade Agreement; Canada Relaunches Talks

March 2, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

India, News, Trade Agreements

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India and the European Union have finalized a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) after more than a decade of negotiations, a move projected to significantly boost trade between the two economic powers. According to Tekedia, the comprehensive deal will slash tariffs on 96.6% of traded goods. Projections indicate the agreement could double EU exports to […]

South Korea Overturns $100M Investor-State Award in British Court Victory Against Elliott

March 2, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

News, South Korea, Trade and Investments

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The South Korean government has secured a major legal victory after a British court overturned an international arbitration ruling that had ordered Seoul to pay over $100 million to U.S. hedge fund Elliott Investment Management. The government announced the decision on February 23, 2026, which marks a significant turn in a long-running dispute stemming from […]

Blockchain in Trade Finance Matures as Market Rockets Toward $34.6B, Sparking Major Integrations and Investor Interest

February 26, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

Middle East, News, Trade

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The market for blockchain in trade and supply-chain finance is rapidly maturing, moving beyond the pilot phase and into full-scale deployment, attracting significant institutional capital and triggering major technology integrations. A new report from PwC projects the market will expand from US$1.8 billion in 2024 to a staggering US$34.6 billion by 2034, signaling a new […]

Thailand Accelerates Multi-Front Trade Offensive, Eyes US Pact by July Amid Tariff Threats

February 26, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

News, Tarrifs, Thailand, Trade

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In a strategic move to counter global trade uncertainties, Thailand is accelerating its free trade agreement (FTA) strategy on multiple fronts, with a pact with the United States expected to be concluded by July 2026. According to Thailand’s Minister of Commerce, Suphajee Suthumpun, negotiations for the Thailand-U.S. Tariff Agreement are actively ongoing, though some issues […]

Africa Accelerates Trade Integration with New Infrastructure Fund and Renewed Push for AfCFTA Implementation

February 26, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

Africa, News, Trade Agreements

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African leaders are intensifying efforts to bolster the continent’s economic sovereignty through two major initiatives aimed at overcoming trade barriers and financing critical infrastructure. On February 14, 2026, African Heads of State and Government officially launched the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIFF), a new platform designed to fast-track the financing of cross-border infrastructure projects essential […]

US Deepens Taiwan Trade Ties with New Pact as Tensions Simmer with South Korea Over Delays

February 26, 2026

Jessica Jumaway

International Relations, News, Taiwan, United States

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The United States is navigating a complex trade landscape in Asia, marked by a landmark new agreement with Taiwan and simmering tensions with longtime ally South Korea over a stalled trade deal. On February 12, 2026, the U.S. and Taiwan signed an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART), the most significant trade deal between the two […]

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