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In a bipartisan effort, a group of 15 US lawmakers has urged the Commerce Department to consider placing a China-based parent company of a popular social media platform on the government’s export control list. Led by Representative Dan Crenshaw and Representative Josh Gottheimer, the lawmakers emphasized the need to address potential vulnerabilities stemming from the […]

February 8, 2024

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International Trade, News

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In a significant move to bolster developing economies’ engagement in global trade, Finland has pledged EUR 1.2 million (CHF 1.14 million) to four World Trade Organization (WTO) trust funds. This initiative aims to support developing countries and least-developed country (LDC) members in better understanding and applying international trade regulations.   During a signing ceremony at […]

February 7, 2024

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News, Trade Relations

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In a significant economic update, Korea has revealed a current account surplus surpassing $35 billion for the previous year, outstripping initial projections. The data, released by the Bank of Korea (BOK), indicates a robust 37% increase from the prior year, with December marking the eighth consecutive month of surplus, reaching $7.41 billion. This growth is […]

February 6, 2024

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Germany, Manufacturing, News

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In a surprising turn of events, German industrial orders experienced a significant upswing in December, marking the most substantial month-on-month increase in over three years. The surge, fueled by a remarkable influx of aircraft orders, was reported by the federal statistics office on Tuesday.   Orders soared by 8.9% compared to the previous month, after […]

February 6, 2024

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Global Trade, News

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The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently convened to discuss ongoing initiatives aimed at promoting trade and development worldwide. The upcoming Aid for Trade Global Review, scheduled for June 26 to 28, will focus on integrating trade into development strategies under the theme of “Mainstreaming Trade”.   The biennial Global Review serves as a critical platform […]

February 6, 2024

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China, Global Trade, News

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In response to recent global trade regulations and inquiries, the Ministry of Commerce has unveiled proactive measures to bolster the new energy vehicle (NEV) sector. Emphasizing collaboration with international partners, the guidelines aim to enhance global cooperation while navigating challenges such as ongoing investigations into subsidies for the NEV industry.   Encouraging NEV manufacturers to […]

February 5, 2024

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Agricultural Trade, News

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Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports have kicked off the year on a remarkable note, with January witnessing an outstanding 80% increase in exports compared to the same month last year. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), the total export value in January reached $5.14 billion, while imports amounted to $3.72 billion, resulting in […]

February 5, 2024

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Europe, International Trade, News, Ukrain

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Ukraine’s agricultural unions are urging their government to take all necessary steps to safeguard their unhindered access to the European market for their food products, according to a statement by the UCAB association on Monday.   In a recent announcement, the European Commission extended the suspension of import duties on Ukrainian exports, which was initially […]

February 5, 2024

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International Trade, News, Taiwan

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Taiwanese companies appear to be weathering the disruptions in the Red Sea’s crucial shipping lane without significant impact, as these disturbances coincide with the traditional low season in export demand, according to Economy Minister Wang Mei-hua’s statement on Monday.   The Red Sea route has seen certain shipping companies suspending transit to avoid potential attacks […]