Posts Tagged ‘ExportNews’

The International Trade Council has highlighted Vietnam’s significant strides in increasing its agricultural exports to China. In the first half of 2024, the total export turnover of agro-forestry-fishery products reached $29.2 billion, marking a 19% increase compared to the same period in 2023, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.   China accounted […]

Malaysia has formally requested India to maintain export channels for crucial commodities such as rice, sugar, and onions, even amidst broader export restrictions. This request was articulated by Malaysia’s Minister for Plantation and Commodities on Thursday.   “Malaysia depends heavily on imports for certain essential goods. Our domestic rice production meets only 65% of our […]

China, the world’s largest producer and consumer of pears, is increasingly eyeing the European market for its exports. Although pears are a staple in the Chinese diet and culture, only 2-3 percent of Chinese-grown pears are currently exported.   Chinese pear exporters emphasize value for money, making export volumes sensitive to domestic price fluctuations. When […]

News, Trade Policy

July 10, 2024

In a strategic move to streamline rice exports, the government is considering setting a fixed export duty of $100 per tonne on parboiled rice. This proposal aims to address issues of under-invoicing by exporters who currently face a 20% levy on this variety of rice.   A committee, named the Rice Federation Consulting Committee, has […]