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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.

China Briefing

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

08/19/2025

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

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.

China Briefing

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

08/12/2025

This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on July 30, 2025. Most recently, the US-China tariff truce got extended for another 90 days until November 10, 2025.

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.

China Briefing

China’s Economy in H1 2025: GDP, Trade, and FDI Highlights

07/16/2025

China’s economy grew 5.3 percent year‑on‑year in H1 2025, driven by robust industrial output, export strength, and targeted investment.

China Briefing

China-Australia Economic Ties: Trade, Investment, and Latest Updates

07/16/2025

On October 10, the Australian government announced that it has agreed on a timetable with China for the full resumption of Australian live rock lobster exports by the end of 2024.

China Briefing

China-Malaysia Closer Economic Ties and Opportunities

07/11/2025

China has been Malaysia’s largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years. With its advantageous geographical location, lower transit costs, and favorable trade policies, Malaysia has increasingly become an ideal hub for Chinese investments.

Middle East Briefing

Trump's 90 Day Clock Is Up: Will GCC Become a Safe Bet for Global Investors?

07/01/2025

As Trump's 90 day tariff pause ends, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are emerging as stable, tech-forward investment hubs.

India Briefing

India-UK FTA 2025: Strategic Insights for Textile Exporters and Importers

06/24/2025

Learn how the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is reshaping textile trade. Explore tariff-free access, export data, compliance requirements, and strategic insights for Indian manufacturers and UK importers.