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After years of progress, Indonesia risks ‘tragedy’ of a deforestation spike
21-Jan-2026 Mongabay
Indonesia is facing a deforestation crisis that threatens its global environmental achievements, as the rate of forest loss surged again in 2025—reaching the highest level since 2019. Major projects like the Merauke Food Estate, which plans to clear 2 million hectares of forest in South Papua, are at the center of concerns.
Malaysia-US reciprocal trade pact yet to take effect as Putrajaya seeks written assurances — Anwar
21-Jan-2026 The Edge Malaysia
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim clarified on Tuesday that the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Malaysia and the US has yet to come into force, despite having been signed nearly three months ago.
Seoul, Beijing begin follow-up talks on services, investment under FTA
21-Jan-2026 Pulse
South Korea and China will open the 13th round of follow-up negotiations on services and investment under the Korea-China free trade agreement (FTA) on Monday in Beijing.
Here’s what you need to know about the Canada-China deal on EVs and canola
21-Jan-2026 CBC News
After a decade of strained relations, the Canada and China agreement marks a shift toward realistic, interest-based cooperation. The two countries have essentially agreed to lift or lower tariffs on certain products.
Pakistan, UAE move closer to CEPA as technical talks near conclusion
21-Jan-2026 Dailytimes
Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan said that Pakistan and United Arab Emirates (UAE) are moving closer to the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) as technical talks near conclusion.
US-Malaysia trade deal threatens medicines regulation
21-Jan-2026 AFTINET
The recent US trade deal restricts the rights of Malaysia’s National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA), to conduct its own assessments of safety, efficacy and quality, reflecting national health needs and regulatory priorities.
President Lee Jae-myung frames Fukushima seafood ban as CPTPP agenda
21-Jan-2026 The Chosun Daily
President Lee Jae-myung stated that the issue of lifting the import ban on Fukushima seafood could be addressed as a key agenda item for negotiations on joining the CPTPP (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership) ahead of the Korea-Japan summit.
Peru set to take part in DEPA: industry ministry
21-Jan-2026 Yonhap News Agency
Peru is set to become the latest member of the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA), opening new opportunities for South Korea and other member nations, according to South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources.
Next round of Russia trade talks by Feb-end, India to focus on reduction of non-tariff measures
21-Jan-2026 The Print
India’s negotiating team is expected to travel to Russia at the end of February after the Union Budget 2026 for the next round of negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
EU-Mercosur mobilisations continue as farmers ask MEPs to uphold democracy and vote to seek CJEU opinion on the legality of the agreement
20-Jan-2026 European Coordination Via Campesina
As farmers continue to mobilise against the EU-Mercosur FTA across Europe this week, ECVC and its members are calling on MEPs to take a stand for democracy, legality, and the rule of law in the European Union.
What happens next in EU-Mercosur trade deal saga?
19-Jan-2026 Reuters
The trade agreement could in theory enter force after the signature, but convention dictates that this will only happen after consent from the European Parliament. A final vote may only take place in April or May.
EU and Mercosur seal historic trade deal
19-Jan-2026 Politico
Signing by the EU and the South American trading bloc capped 25 years of talks and sets up a parliamentary showdown in Brussels.
EU may halt trade deal with US over Trump’s tariff threat to countries supporting Greenland
19-Jan-2026 The Print
European Union lawmakers are poised to halt approval of the EU’s trade deal with the US over President Donald Trump’s vow to impose tariffs on countries that supported Greenland in the face of American threats.
Qatar to invest in Canada’s major building projects, Carney says
19-Jan-2026 Global News
The “new chapter” in bilateral relations will include the finalization of the Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement with Qatar, a deal that has seen years of stalled negotiations, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
Landmark ICSID victory for the People’s Republic of China
19-Jan-2026 A&O Shearman
The dispute arose from a major mixed‑use redevelopment project in Shandong province. Hela Schwarz alleged that the People’s Republic of China had unlawfully expropriated land use rights
Nigeria, UAE strike trade pact to scrap tariffs on over 7,000 products
17-Jan-2026 Business insider Africa
Nigeria has signed a far-reaching trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates that will eliminate tariffs on thousands of products and deepen economic ties between Africa’s largest economy and one of the world’s most dynamic trading hubs.
Ghana proposes trade framework with US amid AGOA uncertainty
17-Jan-2026 News Ghana
Ghana and United States (US) officials held high level discussions in Washington recently on establishing a comprehensive trade cooperation framework as both nations navigate post African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) economic relations.
Suleiman Kerimov’s daughter initiated proceedings against Switzerland
16-Jan-2026 Izvestia
Gulnara, the daughter of billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, initiated the first ever investment dispute against Switzerland over sanctions.
US, Honduras to launch trade talks, USTR Greer says
16-Jan-2026 WTVB
The United States and ‍Honduras intend to launch negotiations on a reciprocal trade agreement as ‌soon as ‌possible, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said.
Switzerland adopts negotiating mandate for US trade deal
16-Jan-2026 Reuters
Switzerland’s Federal Council has adopted a final negotiating mandate for talks on a legally binding trade agreement with the United States, the government said.