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EU-India free trade agreement: Neo-colonialism without colonies
9-Feb-2026     Counter Currents
Despite of EU - India FTA rhetoric of partnership, equality, and shared values, the deal reflects a deep power imbalance rooted in a modern form of colonialism—regulatory imperialism. This agreement is not as a true partnership but as a mechanism of neo-colonial control—one that transforms trade into a tool of discipline, not development.
UAE, Sierra Leone sign comprehensive economic partnership agreement
7-Feb-2026     Zawya
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, witnessed the signing today of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two nations.
Joint statement between the United Arab Emirates and the republic of Sierra Leone
6-Feb-2026     UAE Ministry of foreign affairs
On the margins of the World Governments Summit 2026, the two leaders witnessed the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a pivotal step toward unlocking new opportunities for trade, investment, and private-sector collaboration.
Australia's Berkeley Energia claims $1.25 billion from Spain over uranium dispute
6-Feb-2026     Reuters
In this investment dispute, Berkeley claims that Spain’s actions against its Spanish subsidiary, Berkeley Minera España, and the SalamancAustralia's Berkeley Energia filed a memorial of claim for about $1.25 billion against Spain at the World Bank's arbitration tribunal, up from a previous request, over the blocked Salamanca uranium project.
Argentina, US sign reciprocal trade and investment agreement
6-Feb-2026     Reuters
Argentina will give preferential market access to US goods exports as part of a new trade and investment agreement that prohibits barriers to digital trade and enhances cooperation on economic and national security issue.
US-Argentina trade agreement (Feb 2026)
6-Feb-2026     USTR
US restores AGOA with one-year renewal to December 2026
5-Feb-2026     People Daily
President Donald Trump has signed a law extending the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) by one year, keeping the trade programme alive until December 31, 2026.
UAE-Africa comprehensive economic partnership agreements (CEPAs) in 2026: redefining trade, investment, and economic diplomacy across the continent
5-Feb-2026     BFT online
In 2026, the UAE’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) program is no longer just a trade-policy headline. It is becoming a practical instrument the UAE is using to reshape its economic relationships with Africa, deepen supply chains, and lock in long-term investment pathways.
Guyana and Belize strengthen bilateral ties with new cooperation agreements
5-Feb-2026     News Room
In the area of investment, the two governments intend to negotiate a Bilateral Investment Treaty, signalling readiness to begin formal discussions toward a treaty aimed at promoting and protecting cross-border investment.
EU Parliament fails to reach deal on US trade pact
5-Feb-2026     Politico
A plenary vote on removing tariffs on US industrial goods and lobster is now likely in March.