Posts Tagged ‘EconomicGrowth’

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves recently highlighted the enduring strength of the U.S.-UK trade relationship, emphasizing its importance for both nations. In an interview with Reuters during the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank annual meetings in Washington, Reeves expressed optimism about the future of trade between the two countries.   “The U.S. remains […]

Economic Development, Germany, News

October 24, 2024

Germany is taking a proactive step to bolster trade opportunities for developing economies and least-developed countries (LDCs) by pledging EUR 150,000 (approximately CHF 140,000) in 2024 to the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF). This initiative aims to strengthen sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) capacities, enabling these nations to access global and regional markets more effectively. […]

Brazil, News, Trade Relations

October 24, 2024

G20 ministers gathered in Brasilia on October 24, 2024, to forge a progressive path forward for international trade, focusing on sustainable development and the vital role of women in the global economy. Brazil’s Vice President and Trade Minister, Geraldo Alckmin, proudly announced the agreement, underscoring the commitment to creating an inclusive trading environment that benefits […]

News, Switzerland, Trade Policy

October 24, 2024

An exciting opportunity is unfolding in Geneva, where 27 government officials from developing and least-developed countries are participating in the Advanced Trade Policy Course from October 14 to December 6. This eight-week program, organized by the WTO, aims to empower participants with essential knowledge of international trade and enhance their understanding of WTO agreements and […]

Kuwait, News, Sustainable Trade

October 22, 2024

Kuwait has taken a significant step toward promoting sustainable global trade by officially accepting the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies. On October 22, Ambassador to the WTO, Nasser Abdullah Al-Hayen, presented the instrument of acceptance to Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. This important milestone increases the total number of World Trade Organization (WTO) members who have embraced the […]

Cambodia, Energy and Trade, News

October 21, 2024

Cambodia is making significant strides in renewable energy by planning to import over 600 megawatts (MW) of clean power from its neighboring countries, including Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand. Energy Minister Keo Rottanak announced this exciting development, which represents a remarkable increase of more than 50% in the country’s contracted import capacity.   Starting in 2026, […]

Morocco, News

October 21, 2024

Arif Esa, Deputy Chairman of the International Trade Council Banking and Trade Finance, has been nominated to represent moneyIN Morocco in the prestigious Global Startup Awards Africa 2024 competition for the Founder of the Year Award. This recognition underscores Esa’s innovative contributions to the financial technology sector through moneyIN Morocco.   As moneyIN Morocco advances […]