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Lukoil unit threatens legal action against Bulgaria over special administration
26-Feb-2026     SeeNews
Swiss-based Litasco, the international supply and trading arm of Russia's Lukoil, may initiate arbitration proceedings against Bulgaria after the country transferred the management of Lukoil's local subsidiaries to a special administrator.
India, Israel launch first round of FTA talks
25-Feb-2026     The Economic Times
India and Israel began the first round of negotiations for a proposed Free Trade Agreement in the national capital, with discussions scheduled from February 23 to 26, 2026.
Oil majors running Kazakh Kashagan field file arbitration over $4.6 billion fine
25-Feb-2026     Reuters
Shell, TotalEnergies, Eni, Exxon and other shareholders in Kazakhstan's Kashagan oilfield have filed an arbitration claim against a 2023 environmental fine worth around $4.6 billion
Farmers mobilize nationwide against India-US trade pact
25-Feb-2026     Devdiscourse
The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) announced a nationwide protest on Tuesday against the proposed India-US trade agreement and various policies.
Bangladesh, UAE eye faster CEPA deal, deeper trade ties
25-Feb-2026     UNB
Bangladesh and the United Arab Emirates discussed ways to accelerate negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and strengthen cooperation in trade, energy, infrastructure and Public Private Partnership projects.
India, Gulf Cooperation Council launch FTA talks
25-Feb-2026     IANS
The negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council were formally launched here with the signing of a joint statement.
Bangladesh, EU explore possibility of signing FTA
24-Feb-2026     The Financial Express
The issue was highlighted during a discussion between Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman and a delegation of EU ambassadors.
EU freezes US trade deal over tariffs uncertainty
24-Feb-2026     DW
It comes after Trump imposed a new blanket 15% duty in response to a ruling in the US Supreme Court last week that struck down many of his previous worldwide tariffs.
Rethinking the Bangladesh-US trade deal following the legal blow
24-Feb-2026     The Daily Star
The Bangladesh-US reciprocal trade agreement bundles trade access with tight US control over Bangladesh's economic sovereignty, enforcing security alignment and restricting Bangladesh's dealings with other countries.
Israel may sign free trade deal with India this year, says Israeli envoy
24-Feb-2026     Inda Today
Israel and India are moving toward a Free Trade Agreement, potentially finalised this year. PM Modi's upcoming visit will also deepen defence ties and expand collaboration in technology, infrastructure, and innovation.