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Japanese firms keen on AfCFTA success
26-Aug-2024     Zimbabwe Independent
JAPANESE private companies are closely monitoring the development of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), with a senior official revealing this week that the success of the bloc is crucial to their interests.
How the treaty signed with China under OBJ got Nigeria’s jets seized, – ex-Presidential aide
26-Aug-2024     Daily Trust
Laolu Akande, former presidential aide, has shed light on the complexities and consequences of Nigeria’s bilateral investment treaty with China, which has led to significant legal challenges for the country.
Kenya braces for revenue loss as Africa implements free trade pact
26-Aug-2024     The Heritage Times
A recent study by Kenya’s Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis suggests that Kenya may face a reduction in revenue once the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is implemented.
EAEU, UAE discuss issues for speedy conclusion of talks on economic partnership agreement
23-Aug-2024     Interfax
Eurasian Economic Commission Trade Minister discussed issues regarding the conclusion of negotiations on an economic partnership agreement with the United Arab Emirates.
Korea, Paraguay sign economic partnership agreement on trade and investment
23-Aug-2024     Korea JoongAng Daily
A TIPF is a nonbinding agreement that calls for enhancing economic ties and facilitating cooperative exchanges in various areas. The agreement, however, does not include tariff-free terms like a traditional FTA.
China, Belarus to sign FTA
23-Aug-2024     New Age
Belarus, which has been hit by Western sanctions over its support for Russia’s offensive in Ukraine, said it will sign a free trade deal with China for services and investment.
Free trade talks with GCC on FTA with UAE by year end, says Tengku Zafrul
23-Aug-2024     The Malaysian Reserve
Malaysia is continuing discussions with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) for a free trade agreement (FTA) while a bilateral pact with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will be concluded by the end of this year.
Canada-Asean FTA in sight by 'next year'
23-Aug-2024     Bangkok Post
A free trade agreement (FTA) between Canada and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) is expected to be concluded by next year, according to Canadian and Thai officials who are privy to the talks.
Paraguay open to China trade deals via Mercosur despite Taiwan ties, Pena says
22-Aug-2024     Reuters
Paraguayan President Santiago Pena is "fully open" to trade deals with China via South American trade bloc Mercosur, despite his country's diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
S. Korea will expand free trade deals with emerging markets: PM
22-Aug-2024     Yonhap
Prime Minister Han Duck-soo said that South Korea will push to expand free trade agreements with emerging markets in Asia and Africa to boost the export-driven economy and enhance supply chain resilience.