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FTAs: It is time for India to pause and reassess its trade strategy
13-May-2025     Business Standard
India risks trading away not only tariffs but also its economic autonomy. It’s time to pause and reconsider the FTA playbook before the damage becomes irreversible.
S. Korea, Malaysia set to hold 9th round of FTA negotiations in Kuala Lumpur
13-May-2025     Yonhap
South Korea and Malaysia were set to hold their ninth round of negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement, as the two sides seek to broaden their trade portfolio and enhance cooperation.
US and China reach a deal to slash tariffs
13-May-2025     France 24
The United States and China announced a joint agreement to dramatically slash reciprocal tariffs as Washington and Beijing seek to end a trade war that for months has upended the global economy and set financial markets teetering on collapse.
If Argentina leaves Paris Agreement, Mercosur deal still stands for other countries
12-May-2025     EU News
Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic clarifies the rules and scope of the free trade agreement with the South American bloc. The principle is suspension with the individual state.
India, EU to hold next round of talks on proposed FTA
12-May-2025     Business World
In an attempt to wind up the first phase of the pact as early as possible, India and the European Union chief negotiators will begin the next round of talks on the proposed free trade agreement from Monday.
India, Chile sign terms for comprehensive economic partnership agreement
12-May-2025     Business World
India and Chile have taken a major step towards deepening their economic partnership with the signing of the terms of reference for a comprehensive economic partnership agreement.
India, New Zealand wrap up first round of FTA talks
12-May-2025     Financial Express
Key issues include dairy access, tariff disparities, and movement of skilled professionals. Both sides target a deal within 60 days amid complex negotiations over sensitive sectors.
Ireland calls for review of EU-Israel association agreement
12-May-2025     SABA
Ireland's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Defense Simon Harris called on Sunday for a review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.
France backs calls to review EU-Israel agreement over Gaza
12-May-2025     Free Malaysia Today
Paris labels the Jewish state’s attitude ‘incomprehensible’ as Palestinians face starvation and looming famine.
Bahrain ratifies IPA with Hungary
12-May-2025     Regfollower
Bahrain has completed the ratification of the Bahrain-Hungary Investment Protection Agreement.