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India-Australia free trade talks to resume following Tony Abbott's visit to New Delhi
16-Aug-2021     ABC News
Long dormant free trade negotiations between India and Australia have been brought back to life as the federal government again tries to bulk up economic ties between the two countries.
Ethiopia wins major International Court case against Israeli firm ICL
15-Aug-2021     The Reporter
The Hague based Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) passed its final judgment on Friday rejecting the Israel based mining company's, Israel Chemical Limited (ICL) compensation claims filed against the government of Ethiopia.
Winshear seeks C$124,781,945 in damages from Tanzania
15-Aug-2021     Globe Newswire
Winshear Gold Corp. has filed a case at ICSID against Tanzania for the expropriation of the company's retention licenses, claiming the country has breached its obligations under the Tanzania-Canada BIT.
AfCFTA rules of origin talks drag
15-Aug-2021     The Southern Times
The full rollout of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is being delayed as countries haggle over the overarching agreement on rules of origin and tariff reduction schedules.
The limits of sovereignty
13-Aug-2021     Dawn
Terminating 23 BITs is an important step for Pakistan, but if relationships with the WTO, the IMF and the World Bank remain, economic efficiency will continue to be prioritised over social justice and the rights of citizens.
Two-thirds feel ‘left in the dark’ about impact of post-Brexit trade deals
13-Aug-2021     The Independent
A quarter of consumers who took part in a poll said they felt the British Government was “not at all open” about the impact of new trade deals.
‘Gap’ noted in ASEAN, European Union views on sustainability amid hopes for trade deal
13-Aug-2021     Business World
Differences on sustainability matters and government procurement policies must be resolved as the two blocs seek to revive free trade talks, the EU Ambassador said.
Discovery legal challenge escalates Poland-US media row
13-Aug-2021     Bloomberg
Draft law, regulator pose risks to Discovery’s unit in Poland but Polish watchdog says treaty exempts broadcast investments.
In Africa, Biden finds a free trade zone he can embrace
12-Aug-2021     Nikkei Asia
Eager to tap into a promising market while burnishing his administration's credentials on free trade now that rejoining the Trans-Pacific Partnership looks as distant as ever, U.S. President Joe Biden appears ready to engage a new free trade zone in Africa.
India will fast track trade deals with six nations: Commerce Secretary
12-Aug-2021     Business Standard
India will fast-track free trade agreements (FTAs) with at least six nations — including the UAE, the UK, Australia, Canada, and the EU.