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Philippines, Canada may launch FTA talks in early 2026
The Philippines and Canada are aiming to launch negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) in the first quarter of 2026, with plans to complete the talks by the end of that year.
Canada, India agree to restart trade talks, says Indian government
Canada and India have agreed to restart stalled talks for a new trade deal, the Indian government said, after discussions between the two countries paused following a diplomatic spat two years ago.
‘Gas-for-wine’: South Africa seeks deal to boost trade, investment with Canada
Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Johannesburg for the G20 summit, Canada and South Africa are talking about a deal to boost bilateral trade and investment that could see more South African wine on Canadian shelves in exchange for gas exports.
Carney signs UAE investment pact, launches trade talks during Abu Dhabi visit
Carney announced the investment pact following a meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The two also launched talks for a full trade deal, aimed at an eventual comprehensive economic partnership agreement.
Aris Mining ends Colombia arbitration with settlement
Gold miner Aris Mining has reached a settlement with Colombia to terminate a long-running investor–state arbitration case, marking the first agreement of its kind in the country and ending a dispute dating back to 2018.
Canada to pursue free trade negotiations with the Philippines as land and environmental defenders continue to be killed
On November 5, 2025, the Canadian government tabled a Notice of Intent to enter into free trade negotiations with the Philippines.
All possibilities on table: Piyush Goyal on resuming FTA talks with Canada
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said all possibilities are on the table regarding the resumption of free trade agreement negotiations with Canada.
Thailand seeks to finalise Canada FTA by 2026 to unlock North American market
Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun and the Canadian envoy agree to accelerate talks on a landmark trade deal amid global economic uncertainties and shifting geopolitics.
Taiwan signs fresh investment, promotion deals
In addition to new pacts with the UK and Canada, Taiwan is working on updating an agreement with Singapore and could renew another one with Indonesia.
Canada eyes fresh start in trade talks with India, says minister Sidhu
Canada and India are working to rebuild trade ties and explore new areas of cooperation after a two-year chill, with Ottawa keen to restart trade negotiations under "a new process", Canadian Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said.