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Searching for value in the Japan–UK trade agreement
4-Nov-2020     East Asia Forum
The UK has taken the first step in its post-Brexit FTA agenda by signing the Japan–UK CEPA on 23 October. Although the UK government called the deal a ‘historic free trade agreement’, its main value appears to be political — especially for UK domestic politics.
Growing trade, investment flows now hallmark of BRI
3-Nov-2020     China Daily
China's efforts to sign FTAs, double taxation agreements, multilateral/bilateral investment agreements, and information technology agreements, effectively facilitate trade and investment activities with BRI-related economies.
Trump or Biden, trade deals still threaten Britain’s NHS
3-Nov-2020     Open Democracy
Whether a UK deal with an 'America First' president, or Biden’s more traditional global trade stance, battles ahead are likely if Britain is to protect its NHS and avoid higher drug prices.
Pakistan seeks to reform int’l investment regime
3-Nov-2020     The Express Tribune
Prime Minister Imran Khan has approved the formation of a working group of experts for reforming Pakistan’s international investment regime.
Labour rights key to resuming EU-Thailand trade talks
3-Nov-2020     Just-Style
With a possible resumption of talks on the EU-Thailand free trade agreement on the cards, the European Union is being urged to require labour reform as a precondition to negotiations.
UK and US confident trade talks are 'on track' - UK trade ministry
3-Nov-2020     Reuters
Britain and the United states are confident that ongoing trade talks are heading towards a comprehensive agreement, the British trade ministry said.
Colombia approves trade agreement with the United Kingdom
2-Nov-2020     Fresh Plaza
The Colombian House of Representatives approved the Trade Agreement between Colombia and the United Kingdom, which was signed in May 2019 before the UK left the European Union.
Is the Pacific's new trade deal an early Xmas gift or a double edged sword?
2-Nov-2020     RNZ
There are mixed reactions in the Pacific to a new free trade deal which comes into force in December.
Labour urges UK trade secretary to end delays over Kenya and Ghana deals
2-Nov-2020     The Guardian
Liz Truss urged to sign off deals quickly to spare African states high tariffs once Brexit transition period ends.
Update: Kenya - US free trade agreement
2-Nov-2020     AmCham Kenya
The talks have moved into the second round. Kenya has prepared text for 13 chapters.