Brazil’s poultry industry is in a tough spot following the country’s first outbreak of bird flu on a commercial farm. As the world’s largest chicken exporter, Brazil’s trade ties, particularly…
Vietnam and the United States recently engaged in their inaugural ministerial-level tariff negotiations, held in Jeju, South Korea. This meeting comes as the US is poised to impose a staggering…
Global stock markets experienced a significant uplift on 12 May 2024 after the United States and China reached a joint agreement to reduce their respective tariffs for a provisional period…
As trade tensions escalate between the United States and China, senior officials from both nations gathered this weekend in Geneva—a meeting that could set the tone for future negotiations. These…
In a significant development on the trade front, US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a new trade agreement on 8 May 2024, aiming to foster…
In a significant move towards closer ties, Russia and North Korea are starting construction on a new road bridge across the Tumen River. This initiative aims to enhance their strategic…
The UK government has stepped in to prevent the imminent closure of British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant, now facing significant financial difficulties under its Chinese owners, Jingye. With thousands of jobs…
PANAMA CITY: Tensions surrounding the Panama Canal have escalated as the United States and Panama recently formalised a military agreement. This deal marks a significant development as US Defence Secretary…
In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, Vietnam is set to negotiate a reciprocal trade agreement with the United States following a temporary postponement of substantial tariffs. Vietnamese Prime…
SINGAPORE – Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong delivered a clear message on unity and resilience during his speech at the Kebun Baru Sunday Carnival on 6 April 2024. With global…
The global economic scene is buzzing as President Donald Trump confirmed the imposition of hefty tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, effective 4 March 2024. This move is set…
In a bid to bolster security and defence strategies, the Philippines continues to reinforce its military relationship with the United States under President Donald Trump. Jose Manuel Romualdez, the Philippine…
As the world’s focus shifts to international relations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met with US President Donald Trump in Washington, aiming to strengthen trade ties and address tariff…
On 4 February 2024, Singapore’s Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan assured Parliament that while direct tariffs from the United States on Singaporean goods are unlikely, the nation must remain vigilant…
Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has reaffirmed expectations that US companies, particularly Nvidia, will comply with both US export controls and local laws. This comes in light of…
The escalating tensions between the US and Colombia took a dramatic turn as both nations reached an agreement regarding the deportation of migrants, avoiding a looming trade war. Following threats…
In an ambitious bid to conclude a long-awaited trade agreement, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Montevideo, Uruguay, on 5 December 2024. The proposed deal between the…
As Switzerland seeks to redefine its trading relationship with the European Union (EU), concerns about rapid population growth threaten to complicate negotiations. The talks, which began in March 2024, aim…
At the G-20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched a global initiative to combat hunger and poverty, with support from over 80 countries,…
As world leaders gather at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, two significant meetings are set to take place, focusing on enhancing international cooperation and bilateral relations. Xi Jinping’s…
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Lima on 14 November 2024, kicking off a week-long diplomatic venture in Latin America. His agenda includes the inauguration of the Chancay deep-water port,…
In a significant move to bolster bilateral relations, China’s Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang made his inaugural visit to Singapore from 10 to 11 November 2024. This visit coincided with the…
In a recent statement at the International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Washington, British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves called for a ‘hard-headed, economic realist’ approach to Britain’s trade…