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China Briefing

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

06/06/2025

This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on May 21, 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.

India Briefing

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

06/05/2025

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.

Middle East Briefing

UAE-Serbia CEPA Comes into Force, Strengthening Strategic Trade and Investment Ties

06/03/2025

The UAE-Serbia CEPA came into force in May 2025, eliminating tariffs on 96 percent of goods and boosting bilateral trade and investment.

China Briefing

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

05/29/2025

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

India Briefing

India Mulls Opening Key Government Procurement Market to Foreign Companies

05/23/2025

As per media reports published on May 23, 2025, India is considering opening parts of its central government procurement market to foreign firms, including the US.

India Briefing

India-Chile Bilateral and Trade Relations in 2025

05/23/2025

We provide an overview of India-Chile bilateral and trade ties in 2025, ahead of CEPA talks scheduled to be held in New Delhi between May 26 to 30, 2025.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam Partners with Germany and Austria for Agriculture and Technology Developments

05/21/2025

Vietnam expands bilateral ties with Germany and Austria through new partnerships in agriculture, tech innovation, and workforce development, opening doors for strategic trade and investment.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia and China Sign US$3.7 Billion in Agricultural and Trade Deals

05/20/2025

Saudi Arabia and China formalize 57 agreements worth US$3.7 billion, focusing on agriculture, water, and food security. Explore market opportunities and bilateral synergies.

Middle East Briefing

Egypt Offers 15% Suez Canal Discount to Regain Trade Flow

05/19/2025

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.

Middle East Briefing

US President Trump’s Middle East Visit Unlocks Trillion-Dollar Trade and Tech Deals

05/16/2025

Trump’s Middle East visit in May 2025 catalyzes investments and tech partnerships across Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar.

Vietnam Briefing

Australia-Vietnam Ties Poised to Strengthen in PM Albanese’s New Term

05/15/2025

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.

China Briefing

Carney’s Canada: What’s Next for China-Canada Trade and Investment?

05/13/2025

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.