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India Briefing

India's FTA Network: Updates in 2025

04/29/2025

India Briefing provides the latest 2025 update on India's Free Trade Agreements. As of April 29, India and the US have advanced talks to finalize the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) by Fall 2025.

Middle East Briefing

Saudi Arabia and India Sign Strategic MoUs to Boost Trade and Energy Ties During PM Modi’s Visit

04/28/2025

India and Saudi Arabia sign US$100 billion worth of agreements, strengthening bilateral trade and investment relations.

China Briefing

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

04/25/2025

This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on April 23, 2025. On April 21, 2025, US Commerce Department imposes steep tariffs on Chinese-made solar cell imports from Southeast Asia.

Middle East Briefing

Bahrain Ratified the UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty: Advancing Gulf Economic Integration

04/23/2025

Bahrain ratified the UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty, in a key move for economic integration and regional alignment on investment standards.

Middle East Briefing

How GCC Economies are Navigating Trump's 2025 Tariffs Better Than the Rest

04/23/2025

Under Trump's 2025 tariffs, GCC economies are outperforming regional peers, aided by oil wealth and growing trade ties with Asia.

ASEAN Briefing

Indonesia and Qatar Form Danantara Investment Partnership

04/21/2025

Indonesia partners with Qatar through Danantara to boost investment in green energy, digital sectors, and infrastructure.

ASEAN Briefing

Malaysia and China Forge Strategic Partnerships Amid U.S. Tariff Pressures

04/21/2025

Malaysia strengthens trade and tech cooperation with China to counter U.S. tariffs and enhance economic resilience.

Middle East Briefing

EU and UAE Agree to Launch Free Trade Talks: Outlook and Opportunities

04/18/2025

The EU and UAE are set to launch formal trade talks aiming for a comprehensive agreement covering goods, services, and strategic sectors.

China Briefing

China’s New Instant VAT Refund Policy: Boost to Tourism and Retail, Amid Tariff Tensions

04/17/2025

China's new real-time VAT refund system enables foreign tourists to receive instant tax rebates at the point of purchase, aiming to boost domestic consumption and streamline the retail-tourism experience. While promising increased spending and digital tax efficiency, successful implementation will depend on retailer compliance and infrastructure readiness.

Vietnam Briefing

Vietnam-China Economic Partnership: Insights from Top Chinese Leader’s Visit

04/17/2025

During his visit from April 14 to 15, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the need to strengthen Vietnam-China trade and economic relations. This article explores the implications of the visit for businesses on both sides, particularly in the context of the ongoing trade war.

Middle East Briefing

UAE-India CEPA at Three Years: Trade and Investment Growth, Opportunities

04/16/2025

The UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) accelerates bilateral trade, boosting market efficiency.

Middle East Briefing

Egypt and the US Sign US$235 Million Locomotive Deal, Amid Tariff Uncertainty

04/15/2025

Amid global tariff uncertainty, Egypt and US trade ties reinforced with a US$235 million railway modernization deal.