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China Briefing

US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

10/11/2025

This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on July 30, 2025. Most recently, Trump announces 100 percent tariffs on Chinese imports amid rising tensions, while China warns US of countermeasures.

China Briefing

EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

10/08/2025

Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-Norway Relations: Trade, Investment, and Business Opportunities

09/26/2025

Vietnam-Norway partnership offers investment opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable fisheries, circular economy, and high-tech sectors.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-South Korea Trade and Investment: An Overview in 2025

09/23/2025

Vietnam and South Korea continue to strengthen their economic partnership, with recent developments marking significant progress.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-Sweden Trade Overview in 2025

09/18/2025

The EVFTA has changed the face of trade between Vietnam and the European Union. In this article, the Vietnam Briefing considers the specifics of what this has meant for trade between EU member Sweden and Vietnam.

Middle East Briefing

Hong Kong and Jordan Sign Comprehensive Double Taxation Agreement (CDTA)

09/11/2025

The Hong Kong–Jordan Double Taxation Agreement (CDTA) reduces withholding taxes, eliminates double taxation, and provides legal clarity.

Middle East Briefing

Customs Tariffs, Import-Export Taxes and Exemptions in Kuwait: A Complete Guide

08/26/2025

We look at Kuwait tariff structure, import and export procedures, required documents, and enforcement practices to aid business expansion.

India Briefing

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

08/21/2025

Explore 2025 updates on India’s evolving Free Trade Agreement (FTA) landscape. On July 24, 2025, India and the UK formally signed an FTA, a momentous step forward in India’s trade relations with major developed economies.

Middle East Briefing

Oman Logistic and Transhipment: Duqm, Salalah as GCC Hubs

08/13/2025

Oman is emerging as a strategic GCC transshipment hub, with Salalah and Duqm offering secure, high-capacity alternatives.

Middle East Briefing

How US Tariffs on China Are Creating New Trade Opportunities for the UAE

08/04/2025

US tariffs on Chinese create new export and transshipment opportunities for the UAE, while reshaping global trade flows. As supply chains diversify, the UAE is emerging as a key logistics hub connecting China with Western markets.

India Briefing

India-UK FTA 2025: From Finalization to Implementation

07/22/2025

India’s Union Cabinet has approved the India–UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), paving the way for its signing during PM Modi’s London visit on July 24, 2025. The deal aims to remove tariffs on 90% of goods, enhance market access, and create jobs in both countries.

Middle East Briefing

Bahrain and Qatar Sign Big US Deals: Implications for Trade and Tariff Policy

07/21/2025

Bahrain commits US$17 billion in US investments, including aviation and tech deals, while Qatar reviews its US$243.5 billion package.