Egypt introduces a 15 percent discount on Suez Canal transit fees to offset trade losses from Red Sea disruptions. A look at the background, impact, and implications for global business.
India Briefing shares the latest 2025 update on India's free trade agreements (FTA). India and the EU concluded the 11th round of FTA talks on May 18, 2025, reportedly agreeing to opt for a two-stage approach to finalize the deal.
The growing trade and investment relationship between China and Denmark not only reflects mutual economic interests but also highlights the complementary strengths of each nation.
Australia’s re-elected Labor government signals continuity in Asia-Pacific engagement, with a strategic focus on Vietnam, climate partnerships, digital transformation, and resilient regional trade.
This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on May 14, 2025. Most recently, US and China agreed to cut reciprocal tariff rates to 10 percent for a period of 90 days; US reduced de minimis tariff rates but costs remain high for small parcels.
Mark Carney’s pro-trade stance as Canada’s new Prime Minister could open up new trade and business opportunities with China, particularly in clean energy, agriculture, and energy trade.
India and Belgium are expanding strategic ties through joint defense ventures, scientific collaboration, and economic diplomacy, with a focus on trade growth, technology transfer, and innovation in space and security sectors.
The India–UK FTA, finalized on May 6, 2025, targets implementation in the next 15 months, aiming to enhance trade, reduce tariffs on 90 percent of goods, improve market access, and create jobs in both countries.
Explore the latest developments in China-Australia trade relations, including agricultural exports and strategic diversification amid US-China trade tensions, under Australia's PM Albanese's renewed leadership.