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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (correcting name from Carney) plans to reset trade relations with China during his visit this week to Beijing. Both nations are reevaluating their ties due to st...
During his first official visit to India, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss key areas including trade, technology, and green development initiati...
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to lead Brazil's largest official delegation to an Asian nation during a visit to New Delhi in early February 2026. The trip aims to deepen trade re...
In 2025, President Trump's strategy aimed at reducing dependency on China for critical minerals significantly influenced his foreign policy decisions....
According to experts, as Washington has placed restrictions on China's drone manufacturer DJI, there is an opportunity for Taiwan to enter the U.S. drone market and ecosystem. This comes amid growing ...
Despite the recent trade deal between the U.S. and China brokered by President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, American buyers of rare earth minerals from China continue to face restrictio...
In 2025, US President Donald Trump continued his aggressive stance towards Europe by continuously criticizing European countries and the EU. As a result, Europe was forced to endure significant trade ...
Analysts have responded to the U.S.'s formal ban on selling new drones manufactured by Chinese firms, viewing it as a significant step in the strategic competition and technological decoupling between...
Chinese firms are expanding their presence in Dubai's free trade zones to circumvent trade barriers and access new markets amid rising global protectionism. The Jebel Ali Free Zone alone hosts over 50...
In November, China's exports of permanent magnets containing rare earth elements to the European Union increased by 59.5% year-over-year to 2,568.8 tonnes, following Beijing's decision to grant longer...
U.S. President Donald Trump traveled to Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea for summits including ASEAN and APEC. Meetings focused on trade deals, security alliances, and political issues with several As...
The beginning of 2026 saw escalating tensions between China and the European Union over the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and Chinese electric vehicle exports. However, efforts to address th...
China has reportedly restricted the export of rare earth elements and magnets to Japan as pressure for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to retract her support for Taiwan. However, China is exercising cau...
China has initiated new export restrictions on silver for two years starting January 1, 2023, requiring special government licences for exports alongside antimony and tungsten. Although the Chinese Mi...
Hong Kong's exports increased by 18.8% year-over-year in November, marking the strongest growth since March 2022. The rise was primarily due to robust demand for electrical equipment, machinery, and a...
Experts suggest that as Washington bans Chinese drone company DJI, Taiwan has a strategic opportunity to enter the U.S. commercial drone market by offering alternative products and services....
The China Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia (CCCI) celebrated its 20th anniversary on January 9th with Indonesian and Chinese officials emphasizing the importance of ongoing bilateral trade relations v...
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Muscat from December 17-18, 2025, India and Oman signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and a Joint Vision Document on Maritime Coo...
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz commenced a visit to India on Sunday aimed at strengthening economic and security relations between Germany and India. Both countries face challenges from the United S...
The latest full-year trade data indicate that Russia has increased its food imports while reducing the import of machinery, likely due to tightening sanctions impacting industrial growth....
Sushiro, the world's largest conveyor-belt sushi chain from Japan, has opened its doors in Shanghai amidst significant enthusiasm from locals and tourists alike. Despite political tensions between Chi...
Despite efforts towards reducing dependency on Russian energy sources, France and Spain have increased their imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia. The European Union continues to rank as...
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz embarked on his inaugural two-day trip to Asia, focusing on strengthening ties with India amidst escalating global tensions. During the cultural exchange, Chancellor M...
During a meeting of G7 finance ministers, concerns were raised about China's tightening controls on rare earth exports to Japan and the potential global impact of this move. The ministers agreed to ac...
Despite EU import bans on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) slated to begin in 2027, Russian LNG continues to flow into Europe. This article provides infographics that illustrate why this situation ...
India and Russia are enhancing trade and transport connections through significant projects like the Vladivostok-Chennai corridor with an aim for US$100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, a substanti...
Despite the US blockade against Venezuela, at least two oil tankers have recently arrived and others are en route, demonstrating PDVSA's efforts to maintain operations despite reduced export capacitie...
The article discusses how recent actions by Washington against Chinese drone manufacturer DJI are seen as an opportunity for Taiwanese companies to enter the American drone market and ecosystem....
The progress of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) talks is facing delays due to political will concerns and potential obstacles like the situation in Gaza. Launched in 2023, IMEC a...
Australia and the European Union have intensified cooperation on critical minerals through various agreements over the past two years. The challenge now lies in translating these commitments into effe...
The Trump administration has decided to replace the U.S. ambassador to Vietnam with Jennifer Wicks, a career diplomat who will focus on addressing perceived imbalanced trade relations between the two ...
The Australian government expresses disappointment over China's decision to impose new retaliatory tariffs on imported beef from Australia and other countries, including Brazil and the US. These measu...
The article discusses how policies and actions related to former US President Donald Trump have influenced operations at the Puerto de Altamira in Mexico, focusing on economic impacts and changes in t...
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto announced on Tuesday that Indonesia has resolved all critical issues with the United States regarding their draft trade agreement. The min...
The article discusses how the United States is assisting India to reduce its reliance on Chinese solar panel exports by promoting alternative suppliers and fostering domestic production capabilities i...
The United States Commerce Department has withdrawn a proposed rule that would have imposed new restrictions on Chinese-made drones. This decision concludes months of review and precedes President Don...
The Shanghai municipal government has established a task force to monitor its manufacturing sectors and ensure timely payment to suppliers affected by delayed payments. Deputy Secretary General Gu Jun...
The article highlights seven news stories pertaining to global relations with an emphasis on Latin American countries and their interactions with China. One key story centers around Mexico's decision ...
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine has indicated that his country is currently engaged in discussions for a potential trade agreement with the United States....
The article emphasizes that failing to lower export taxes may hinder Argentina's economic growth by reducing its potential exports. It suggests that this measure is crucial for stimulating the economy...
Sanjiv Das, president of Pagaya Technologies Ltd., sold 3,945 shares on January 5th at an average price of $22.99 per share, amounting to a total transaction value of $90,695.55. Post-sale, he maintai...
Nine pharmaceutical companies have entered into agreements with the Trump administration to help lower drug prices for some Americans in exchange for a temporary suspension of threatened tariffs....
China has introduced a three-year import quota for beef from major trading countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Australia, Uruguay, New Zealand, and the United States, effective January 4, 2026. A ...