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Five years later, is the AfCFTA already failing? Business Africa
10-Feb-2025     MSN
Although some trade has taken place under this framework—such as exports from Ghanaian and South African companies in 2023—these transactions remain marginal.
PH to pursue free trade deal with US – Roque
10-Feb-2025     MSN
The Philippines will push for deeper economic collaboration with the United States, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said, focusing on market access through the renewal of the US Generalized System of Preference (GSP) and a bilateral agreement.
Crypto bros are trying to bankrupt Honduras for scuttling their private cities
6-Feb-2025     Foreign Policy in Focus
After throwing off its narco-dictatorship, Honduras is trying to take its cities back from US-based libertarians.
The EU cheers, but Mexico fears, their new trade accord. Why? Donald Trump.
6-Feb-2025     Politico
Brussels celebrates its new friendships. But Mexico, in the firing line of the U.S. president’s tariffs, has every reason to stay quiet.
Peru and El Salvador resume negotiations towards FTA
6-Feb-2025     Andina
The Peruvian Foreign Trade and Tourism Minister announced that Peru and El Salvador agreed to resume negotiations to sign a Free Trade Agreement.
Uzbekistan, Malaysia hammer out developing preferential trade agreement
6-Feb-2025     Trend
Uzbekistan and Malaysia are strengthening economic ties through a proposed preferential trade agreement and increased cooperation across various sectors. Uzbekistan is actively seeking Malaysian investment in its privatization program and has established a special economic zone managed by a Malaysian company.
Sri Lanka and UAE to sign investment protection pact
6-Feb-2025     Daily Mirror
Sri Lanka and the UAE are nearing a final agreement on a Reciprocal Promotion and Protection of Investments (ARPPI). Recent talks between delegations from both countries have resulted in an agreed-upon text for the proposed agreement.
India may resume mini-FTA talks if US shows interest
6-Feb-2025     The Hindu Business Line
India is considering restarting mini free trade deal negotiations with the US, similar to those pursued during the Trump administration. This comes ahead of PM Modi's visit to the White House. While India has reduced some tariffs in its recent budget, it's unclear if the US will offer reciprocal concessions, which are essential for a successful agreement.
Vietnam’s systematic attack on civil society breaches the free trade agreement with the EU, new complaint argues
5-Feb-2025     FIDH
Hanoi’s ongoing crackdown on human rights defenders working on sustainable development violates the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement.
Philippines to launch free trade negotiations with Chile in April
5-Feb-2025     Business World Online
The Philippines and Chile will begin free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations in Chile this April, aiming to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) within a year. The CEPA will cover trade in goods and services, and investment, with the Philippines seeking expanded market access for agricultural products and semiconductors, while opening its market to Chilean wine.