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Venezuela loses multi-billion dollar ConocoPhillips ICSID appeal
27-Jan-2025     Venezuelanalysis
The US oil giant has launched multiple efforts to collect international arbitration awards against the Caribbean nation.
India-Oman trade ministers to review progress of FTA talks
27-Jan-2025     Millennium Post
India and Oman will review their free trade agreement (CEPA) negotiations during an upcoming ministerial visit. While negotiations are largely concluded, Oman has requested revisions to market access for certain products. The visit aims to finalize a mutually beneficial agreement.
Thailand aims to conclude FTA talks with EU this year: commerce minister
27-Jan-2025     The Nation Thailand
Thailand is prioritizing the finalization of a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) this year, following a recent FTA signed with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The country is also pursuing FTAs with Canada, the UAE, South Korea, and Bhutan, aiming to expand its trade partnerships significantly.
Sri Lanka goes ahead with Singapore Free Trade Agreement
27-Jan-2025     Economy Next
Sri Lanka has decided to proceed with its existing free trade agreement (FTA) with Singapore, despite a previous suspension. The decision is based on policy continuity, with some tariff reductions already implemented.
EU plans to shield farmers from free trade deal with South America
24-Jan-2025     Euronews
The European Commission has proposed financial support for farmers negatively impacted by the EU-Mercosur trade agreement – but the safety net would only be triggered in the ‘worst-case scenario’.
Philippines to push for free trade deal with US
24-Jan-2025     Business World
The Philippines will double down on securing a bilateral free trade agreement with the US, which it assumes would be more possible under the administration of President Donald J. Trump.
Switzerland expands free trade network despite doubts
24-Jan-2025     Swiss Info
Switzerland is taking its tally of free trade agreements up to 37 with new economic deals being signed with Thailand and Kosovo.
'The name of the game is diversification': UAE expands Cepa network to shield economy from trade risks
23-Jan-2025     The National
Looking ahead, financial services and manufacturing are poised to be key growth drivers for the UAE.
DR-CAFTA threatens survival of 80% of Dominican rice producers
23-Jan-2025     Dominican Today
Agricultural expert has raised alarms about the potential collapse of 80% of Dominican rice producers due to the implementation of tariff-free rice imports under the DR-CAFTA agreement.
Amid tensions, Algeria’s Tebboune seeks to re-negotiate EU association agreement
23-Jan-2025     The Arab Weekly
Le président algérien a présidé une réunion stratégique dédiée à l'examen de l'état d'avancement des préparatifs en vue de renégocier cet accord, en vigueur depuis 2005.