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EU Commission moves to apply Mercosur trade deal from May
Brussels now needs to formally notify the South American group of its intention to provisionally implement the accord.
Zimbabwe’s seed sovereignty is under threat – and with it, the legacy of land reform
Developing nations are compelled to adopt legal frameworks favoring multinational seed companies, often through trade agreements and regional protocols that serve imperialist interests and control over the economies of the Global South.
Bangladesh, Indonesia move to fast-track trade pact
Bangladesh and Indonesia have agreed to accelerate negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement to expand bilateral trade and deepen economic cooperation.
Mercosur wants to sign two more FTAs this year
Leaders of the South American bloc hope the recent EU trade deal will provide the political will for other pacts with the United Arab Emirates and Canada.
ASEAN digital economy negotiators convene in Manila to advance landmark regional digital trade agreement
The meetings brought together lead negotiators and legal experts from ASEAN Member States and the ASEAN Secretariat to advance discussions on the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement.
Oman, China discuss acceleration of GCC Free Trade Agreement
The Omani Undersecretary for Commerce and Industry met the Chinese Ambassador to discuss strengthening bilateral trade and investment, with a key focus on accelerating the GCC-China Free Trade Agreement to boost regional economic integration and market access.
Philippines to finalize free trade agreement with EU
Negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) between the Philippines and the European Union (EU) may be concluded by June or July this year, Trade Secretary Cristina Roque said.
Lee, Singapore PM agree to launch FTA upgrade talks, strengthen AI cooperation
President Lee Jae Myung and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong agreed to launch negotiations to upgrade their countries' free trade agreement (FTA) and step up cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) during summit talks.
Apple farmers’ body demands scrapping of India-US trade deal
Demanding the scrapping of the India-US trade agreement, the Apple Farmers’ Federation of India (AFFI) will hold a protest outside the Parliament next month. The AFFI said it will mobilise apple growers and farmers from Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand for this protest.
Thailand and Japan prepare for comprehensive review of JTEPA trade pact
Thailand and Japan prepare to review the JTEPA trade agreement in 2027, aiming to expand market access and foster cooperation in the green economy.