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Fish farmers up in arms at proposed FTA with EFTA members
Representatives of six fish farmer associations on Monday submitted a letter to Prime Minister and Finance Minister Srettha Thavisin, urging the government to halt the negotiation of a free trade agreement (FTA) for imported fish that Thailand is planning with EFTA.
EAEU, Mongolia expect to complete preparation of temporary free trade agreement
The countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Mongolia intend to complete the preparation of a temporary agreement on setting up a free trade zone by the end of 2024, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) said following consultations with Mongolian representatives earlier this week.
EU-Chile: Council gives final endorsement to bilateral trade agreement
The Council today adopted the decision on the conclusion of the Interim Agreement on trade between the European Union and Chile. This decision marks the end of the internal ratification process within the EU and paves the way for the entry into force of the deal.
India, Peru to hold seventh round of FTA talks in April
India and Peru are trying to speed up talks on the proposed bilateral free trade agreement and have scheduled the seventh round of negotiations in New Delhi, from April 8, prior to which offer lists on goods and services are likely to be exchanged.
EU and Philippines relaunch free trade talks
The European Union and the Philippines announced the resumption of negotiations for a free trade agreement, with Brussels saying the first round of talks should begin “later this year”.
S. Korea, Britain to hold new round of talks for upgrading FTA
South Korea was to hold the second round of negotiations with Britain for upgrading the bilateral free trade agreement in response to changing global trade and business circumstances.
NFUniversity: Colonial roots of modern free trade agreements
This talk will explore the colonial origins of modern international trade. Geopolitics, power relations, and corporate interests have shaped trade rules for over 500 years before it reached its current form.
New Pacific trade deal carries few benefits for the UK
Given the breadth of the policy areas that CPTPP accession will impact upon, how can UK membership have been subject to so little public debate? The answer is that the structures via which trade deals are negotiated and ratified are opaque and undemocratic.
Almaden provides corporate update
Almaden delivered to Mexico written notice of its intention to submit a claim to arbitration against Mexico under the CPTPP.
IPEF agreement on clean economy (Mar 2024)
IPEF agreement on fair economy (Mar 2024)
Indonesia, Sri Lanka launch preferential trade agreement negotiations
During the launch, both countries found the PTA to become a key building block towards a free trade agreement.
Indonesia stresses on active, fair participation of all IPEF partners
Indonesia emphasized active and fair participation of all Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) partner countries in implementing the cooperation framework, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said.
Time for Malaysia-EU free trade agreement, says Anwar
Malaysia’s Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, proposes reigniting discussions on a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union to bolster bilateral relations and regional integration.
Access for EVs, relaxation of business mobility contentious issues in UK FTA
India and UK remain deadlocked in free trade negotiations due to issues around EV access & business visas. EV concessions possible with investment commitments.
Marcos renews pitch for EU free trade deal
President Marcos has sought the support of the Czech government and businessmen here for the resumption of negotiations for a free trade deal between the Philippines and the European Union (EU).
Mexico: follow Honduras or Ecuador?
The question for the next government is: will it continue the neoliberal model under the FTAs ​​and BITs that pledge our sovereignty in courts like the ICSID?
‘Significant strides’ made on IPEF, on to implementation: US commerce chief Raimondo
United States President Joe Biden’s signature economic initiative in the Asia-Pacific has made “significant strides” in the past two years and is now moving into the implementation phase, said US Commerce Secretary.
UK and Turkey open talks on new post-Brexit trade deal
The UK is looking to boost its services industry with a ‘modernised’ trade deal with Turkey.