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European Union and Switzerland "very close" to new trade deal, official says
The European Union and Switzerland are "very close" to finalising a new agreement to overhaul their trade relationship, a senior EU official said.
“Shocking and sad”: how corporations use investment agreements to block decarbonisation in the Global South
Experts talk about investor-state dispute settlements, which allow fossil fuel companies to bring multi-billion dollar lawsuits against countries that pass green policies.
EU-Mercosur FTA text (Dec 2024)
Saudi Arabia participates in 1st round of GCC-Japan FTA talks
Deputy Governor of the Saudi General Authority of Foreign Trade is leading Saudi Arabia’s delegation participating in the first round of negotiations on the Free Trade Agreement between GCC countries and Japan, in Riyadh from 10 to 12 December.
India-UK free trade pact talks to resume by Jan-end, Indian government source says
India and Britain are set to restart discussion regarding a free trade agreement by the end of January 2025.
Bangladesh-Singapore bilateral talks focus on trade and investment
During the meeting, Siddiqi expressed gratitude for Singapore’s continued support for Bangladesh and its collaboration with the interim government, particularly on the free trade agreement negotiations that commenced last month.
Civil society organisations push for transformative global investment rules
The Entebbe Declaration calls for justice and sustainability in global investment governance.
UAE finalises economic partnership deal with Eurasian bloc, including Russia
The UAE finalized an economic agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union aimed at increasing non-oil bilateral trade through the reduction of tariffs and elimination of trade barriers.
Korea, China discuss closer bilateral economic ties building on FTA
Korea and China are working to strengthen their economic partnership. The two countries met to review their existing free trade agreement and discuss expanding it to include services and investment. The goal is to further boost bilateral trade and create a more favorable business environment for both countries.
Japan trade agreement overdue for review, trade department says
Japan is aiming to upgrade their existing trade agreement to include provisions on digital trade, sustainable development, and supply chain resilience. The Philippines seeks to bolster its exports, particularly in electronics and semiconductors, and attract more Japanese investment. Both countries are also exploring opportunities in agriculture and food security.
Here’s what’s new in the EU-Mercosur trade deal
Key elements include a “rebalancing mechanism” to be deployed in disputes where policy impinges on trade, along with a provision that would allow the trade deal to be suspended if one party is found to have violated the Paris climate accord.
UK and EU to begin formal talks on resetting ties next year
The UK and European Union will begin formal talks on a reset of their relationship next year, as Britain’s Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves said she wanted to deepen economic ties with the bloc.
Bahrain, India hold fourth high joint commission meeting
The ministers welcomed the launch of the first round of negotiations on a bilateral investment treaty and agreed to expedite its conclusion to enhance trade and investment.
USA and Taiwan’s first FTA now in force
The United States and Taiwan have officially implemented their first trade agreement under the 21st Century Trade Initiative. While Taiwan was excluded from the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, this agreement demonstrates the U.S.’s commitment to strengthening its economic partnership with Taiwan. The agreement covers areas such as anti-corruption, customs, and small and medium-sized enterprises.
The case against a UK Free Trade Agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council
For the UK, entering into a trade deal with the GCC would fly in the face of public opinion, offer few projected benefits, and send a worrying message about the priorities of the UK’s trade policy when it comes to human rights and climate.
How to buy a piece of a lawsuit and impoverish a country
Investors buying into claims against governments are winning huge payouts. Developing nations, and the environment, are losing big.
‘White gold’ seen as pivotal to Europe’s massive trade deal with South America
The strategic importance of lithium is likely to have played a major role in the European Union’s blockbuster deal with Brazil, Argentina and three other South American countries, analysts say.
Panthera Resources’ arbitration re-rating possibility too large to ignore, suggests broker
Panthera Resources PLC has been highlighted by VSA Capital as one of a growing number of small caps offering potentially significant upside via international litigation.
Norway planning to ratify India-EFTA free trade agreement next year
Norway said that it plans to ratify the India-EFTA free trade agreement next year, the commerce and industry ministry said.
Emmerson launches arbitration against Morocco over potash dispute
The company announced on its intention to file a case with the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes following a setback related to the environmental assessment.