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Taliban and Pakistan sign trade agreement to lower tariffs on key agricultural goods
Taliban and Pakistani officials signed a preferential trade agreement aimed at reducing customs tariffs on selected export goods, in a move both sides say is designed to facilitate bilateral trade and strengthen regional economic ties.
Karapetyan has won an international lawsuit against the Armenian government
Businessman Samvel Karapetyan has won an international arbitration case against the Armenian government in connection with attempts by the authorities to nationalize his company, Electric Grids of Armenia.
Indonesia to allow personal data transfer to United States
Indonesia has agreed to provide certainty regarding the transfer of personal data to the United States as part of broader efforts to remove barriers to digital trade.
US–Indonesia trade pact shows risks of pressure tactics; India must tread cautiously: GTRI
Indonesia gave up far more than it gained. GTRI Founder Ajay Srivastava said that India face similar US demands, which includes remanufactured goods, agriculture.
European Commission outlines three priorities in Indonesia-EU partnership
According to the EU Commission, the Indonesia - EU agreement focuses on three main areas: trade, security, and inter-societal relations. After a decade of negotiations, the trade deal is expected to unlock significant opportunities by opening new markets, supporting green and digital transitions, and enhancing sectors like automotive, services, and agriculture.
India-EFTA free trade pact to roll out from Oct 1
India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) will officially implement their free trade pact, the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), starting October 1, 2025. TEPA offers India near-complete tariff concessions on exports to EFTA countries and opens market access for various goods and services. Sensitive sectors like dairy and certain agricultural products are excluded to protect domestic interests.
Thailand submits final proposal in US trade talks, aims for competitive ASEAN tax rates
Thailand has submitted its final proposal to the US in ongoing trade talks aiming to secure a competitive import tax rate aligned with other ASEAN countries before the August 1, 2025 deadline. Facing pressure from neighboring ASEAN deals, Thailand hopes to reduce the current 36% tariff to around 20-23%, which could significantly impact its economy and investment climate.
‘It ain’t feasible’: Ethiopia rules out EAC bid, roots for continental free trade
Ethiopia’s Ministry of Trade and Investments noted that joining the EAC would demand harmonization of trade policies and revenue-sharing frameworks—changes that could strain Ethiopia’s economic structure if implemented prematurely.
No traceability, urgent duty of vigilance: facing the impacts of the EU-Morocco agreements
The duty of vigilance becomes an essential lever so that trade agreements, like that between the EU and Morocco, are not limited to economic interests, but also generate concrete progress in social and environmental matters.
Malaysia to host second round of EU FTA talks in November — Miti
Malaysia is expected to host the second round of negotiations for the Malaysia-European Union Free Trade Agreement in November 2025, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry.
S. Korea rules out changes to beef, rice imports as part of trade deal with US: sources
The South Korean government has decided not to use further opening of the country’s beef and rice markets as bargaining chips in tariff negotiations with the United States, setting them as a "red line," sources said.
India, Maldives in discussion on a free trade agreement: MEA
India and the Maldives are in discussions to negotiate a free trade agreement (FTA) and an investment treaty, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has said.
Trump announces trade agreement with the Philippines and terms of deal with Indonesia
President Donald Trump said he and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines have reached a trade agreement. Shortly after, he also revealed more detailed terms of an agreement with Indonesia.
Trump announces trade deal with Japan
President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a trade agreement with Japan, claiming he’d notched a deal with one of the country’s top trading partners.
Canada needs to reset its free trade plans with Ecuador
Human rights, not corporate rights, should drive international trade relations under this new government.
Korea, Thailand hold intersessional talks on free trade agreement in Bangkok
Korea and Thailand were set to kick off their intersessional negotiations for a bilateral economic partnership agreement, as the two sides seek to expand economic ties amid global trade uncertainties, Seoul’s industry ministry said.
Farmer groups to step up campaign against FTA with US
The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) will observe August 13 as ‘Corporations Quit India Day’; the SKM said that the general body has called for nationwide protests against the deal as it could act against the interests of farmers.
India, US may hold 6th round of bilateral trade talks in August: Govt sources
Government sources said both sides are aiming for a complete deal, but an interim agreement is possible. Discussions include agriculture, automobiles, digital services, and SCOMET trade.
Philippines’ Marcos to meet Trump seeking trade deal
Leaders expected to hold talks on bilateral trade days before US tariffs on Philippine goods set to take effect.
In South Korea’s ’apple county’, farmers beg not to be sacrificed for US trade deal
"US apples are very cheap. We can’t compete with them," said Shim Chun-taek, a third-generation farmer who has been growing apples for two decades.