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India, US agree on framework for interim trade deal after four days of talks
India and the US have moved closer to sealing an interim trade agreement. By pushing forward under this shadow of economic coercion, Indian negotiators risk locking the country into a submissive, phased agreement that fails to secure concrete immunity from the Trump administration’s erratic and protectionist trade penalties.
Indonesia’s sovereignty at risk: the consequences of the ART agreement with the United States
The US Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) undermines Indonesia’s economic sovereignty by forcing alignment with US geopolitical priorities. It contends that the pact establishes an unequal partnership that severely threatens the livelihoods of local working classes while stalling the nation’s high-value industrial development.
Turkish FM arrives today: Dhaka eyes investment in public mills, FTA
During a high-level official visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh and Türkiye are moving to elevate their relationship through advanced free-trade discussions and targeted non-traditional export expansion.
India, US close to signing first phase of trade deal: minister
India’s rush to sign an interim deal while dismissing outstanding issues as mere "commas and full stops" overlooks the systemic volatility of US’s trade policies, which were recently exacerbated by unilateral tariffs.
Mexico, South Korea ditch FTA talks, pursue trade framework
Mexico and South Korea signed a Joint Ministerial Declaration to establish a formal trade and investment framework, pausing long-stalled FTA negotiations to focus on modernizing commercial ties. The agreement aims to reduce the impact of recent Mexican tariffs on Korean manufacturers and better position both nations ahead of the upcoming USMCA review.
Bangladesh, Morocco to broaden cooperation in trade, investment
Bangladesh and Morocco have agreed to deepen bilateral ties by expanding cooperation across trade, investment, agriculture, and skills development, while exploring a potential Free Trade Agreement. Key initiatives include establishing a reliable Moroccan phosphate supply chain for Bangladesh’s food security and a planned Moroccan business delegation visit by the end of 2026.
Indonesia, Ethiopia deepen strategic ties through trade and investment
At the 2nd Bilateral Consultation Forum in Jakarta, Indonesia and Ethiopia reaffirmed their strategic partnership by prioritizing trade, investment, and agricultural cooperation. Key initiatives include exploring a Preferential Trade Agreement, expanding air connectivity, and boosting bilateral trade, which already surged by 40% to reach $138.6 million in 2025.
Canadian government tells regulator to back off on charging streamers like Netflix more
The U-turn comes as Canada and the United States are in discussions on whether to renew the free trade agreement between the two countries and Mexico.
Santa Marta process can confront trade protection for fossil fuels, experts say
Academics at the first fossil fuel phase-out summit urged governments to recognise investor protection treaties as a barrier to the energy transition.
US reciprocal trade deals built to push America’s trade partners away from China
When the Trump administration imposed so-called "reciprocal," country-specific tariff rates in April 2025, it made clear that the measures were intended not only to protect US industry but also as negotiating leverage to extract bilateral concessions.
Eurasian Economic Union – UAE free trade agreement to be ratified this summer
The process of ratifying the free trade agreement between Eurasian Economic Union countries and the United Arab Emirates is in the final stage and should be completed within two months, after which the countries will announce when the document will go into effect.
UAE CEPA deals push non-oil trade above US$1 trillion
The UAE network of 36 CEPA deals has driven non-oil foreign trade to 27%, exceeding US$1 trillion in 2025. This article explains how exporters, manufacturers, logistics providers, and investors benefit from the UAE’s expanding role as a global trade hub.
North American ag industry pushes for USMCA renewal
Nearly 160 food and agriculture organizations from the United States, Canada and Mexico have called on their governments to renew and strengthen the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ahead of the pact’s mandatory six-year review.
Switzerland and KSA sign new Bilateral Investment Treaty
Switzerland and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) signed a new Bilateral Investment Treaty. The KSA is one of the most important destinations for Swiss foreign investment in in the Middle East.
S. Korea strikes free trade deal with Serbia, first with Balkan nation
South Korea and Serbia have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking South Korea’s first trade pact with a Balkan nation. The agreement will eliminate tariffs on 90% of traded goods, boosting South Korea’s exports of chips and electric vehicles while securing its supply of critical materials like lithium and cobalt.
The global trade architecture and the rush for critical minerals
The global rush for critical minerals, driven by the demand for renewable energy technologies, has intensified competition among major powers seeking to secure control over emerging “green” value chains.
Silver Bull resources announces dismissal of its NAFTA claim against Mexico on jurisdictional and time limitations
Silver Bull Resources, Inc. announces that its Arbitration case against the United States of Mexico has been dismissed in its entirety and the company has been ordered to pay a portion of Mexico’s legal costs totaling approximately US$998,000.
Meta accuses Australia of breaching FTA, invokes US ’trade action’
Meta accused Australia of violating a free trade agreement with the US ‌by proposing a new tax on certain tech giants which do not strike licensing deals with local media, escalating a dispute which has simmered for half a decade.
Trump clears Gabon’s return to AGOA to counter Beijing
After a three-year suspension following a military coup, Libreville regains duty-free access to US markets as the superpower rivalry intensifies.