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Japan government tightens grip on chip supply-chain network
Japan has decided to apply foreign trade regulations to chipmaking equipment as part of its efforts to secure stable supply chains, the Ministry of Finance…
Germany’s China exports slip Below those to Poland in first half
German exporters shipped more products to Poland than to China in the first half of the year, underscoring Germany’s efforts to diversify trade away from…
African cocoa harvest might improve but your chocolate prices won’t
Challenges include disease, climate change and low farmer pay.
Chinese copper exports fall from record as local demand rebounds
Chinese copper exports dropped last month from an all-time high, as domestic buyers took advantage of the metal’s rapid retreat in price.
Top Chinese chip gear maker sues pentagon to void sanctions
One of China’s most prominent chip gear makers is suing the Pentagon for linking it to the People’s Liberation Army, seeking to get off a…
Taiwan turns less upbeat on exports in lowering economic outlook
Taiwan revised down its estimate for economic growth in 2024 after three straight upgrades, projecting a smaller increase in exports but remaining optimistic about overseas…
Driest July in 120 years threatens key Mauritius sugar exports
The driest July in 120 years of records for Mauritius is jeopardizing sugar production that accounts for 10% of the Indian Ocean island’s exports and…
Israel’s GDP growth slows as wartime exports, investments cool
Israel’s economic growth slowed more than expected over the second quarter of the year, failing to sustain its initial rebound from the war against Hamas.
Ghana locked in talks to borrow $500 million from cocoa traders
Ghana is talking with cocoa traders to borrow $500 million to finance industry operations, as it faces delays in concluding an annual syndicated loan from…
Colombia’s Petro signs decree banning coal exports to Israel
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro signed a decree banning coal exports to Israel in a bid to pressure the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to…