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South America: towards union or disintegration?
Is South American integration doomed, as much of the press reports? Or is there steady progress towards wider and deeper union, as the agenda of the Mercosur summit in Cordoba, Argentina, on 20-21 July, suggests?
CentAm: FTA violates right to live
The free trade agreement between the US and Central America will have a negative effect on the human right to live, according to a thesis by regional analysts in Guatemala.
National Assembly committee demands free trade data
A Korea National Assembly committee said it would request data from the government regarding agricultural, fishing, and livestock products discussed at South Korea-US free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations.
House narrowly approves trade deal with Oman
The US House of Representatives on Thursday narrowly approved a free trade pact with the Gulf Arab state of Oman, after a debate focused on the safety of US ports and protections for Omani workers.
Rafidah: US investors adequately protected
International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Rafidah Aziz said Malaysia's existing regulations on IP protection provide adequate protection for US investors, helping its negotiation on free trade agreement (FTA) with the US.
Jordan, Turkey conclude fourth round of talks on free trade agreement
Jordan and Turkey on Wednesday concluded the fourth round of talks on free trade agreement.
India within striking distance of big bang trade pact with EU
A CECA with EU may look like an alphabet soup, but would spell a whole new range of opportunities for Indian enterprises and professionals. High on its success with the comprehensive economic co-operation agreement (CECA) with Singapore, the government is now planning a similar deal with the 25-member European Union.
Zimbabwean private sector urged to exploit bilateral trade agreements
The private sector in Zimbabwe has been urged to exploit the various bilateral trade agreements that the country has signed with its trading partners.
Canada still wants US-style treatment in Central American trade deal
A Canadian team travels to Guatemala to try to restart stalled trade agreement while Guatemala's foreign minister shows up in Ottawa.
Thinking the unthinkable about Canada's future
With the thorough integration of the Canadian and US economies through NAFTA, and a common military command and control structure, Canadian sovereignty will cease to exist by definition.