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U.K.’s Johnson narrowly defeats Tory revolt over trade, genocide
Boris Johnson narrowly defeated a second rebellion by members of his Conservative Party after they pressed for U.K. courts to have the power to outlaw…
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Corn and soy bulls look to new US forecast to sustain sizzle
China, the world’s biggest buyer of commodities, has been purchasing so much American corn and soy that supplies may shrink to fresh multi-year lows in…
Borrell to seek more EU sanctions against ‘merciless’ Russia
European Union foreign-policy chief Josep Borrell vowed to draw up more EU sanctions against Russia as he defended his trip to Moscow last week after…
U.K. won’t publish assessment of EU trade deal as red tape hits
The U.K. government won’t publish an impact assessment of its trade accord with the European Union despite producing similar reviews of other major trade deals…
Sugar bulls face hurdle as Thai crop may bring glut back
Thailand’s sugar production is poised to rebound next season after the worst drought in 40 years decimated yields in the world’s second-biggest exporter, paving way…
U.K. favors comprehensive over quick US trade deal, envoy says
The U.K. wants to prioritize depth rather than speed in completing work on a free-trade agreement with the U.S., the nation’s ambassador said.
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Biden taps trade aide known for FX jabs at foreign central banks
The Biden administration made a number of key appointments at the office of the U.S. Trade Representative, among them Obama-era Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary Brad…
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Meet the Nigerian corruption cop Lagarde expects will ‘rock’ the WTO
The incoming chief of the World Trade Organization has a reputation for shaking up the guardians of wealth and power that will come in handy…
Taiwan’s exports hit record high on 5G and holiday demand
Taiwan exported a record amount in January, fueled by rising demand for computer chips and by companies rushing to get components ahead of the Lunar…
Alcohol bans force South African wineries to rethink trade plans
Before the arrival of Covid-19 in South Africa, Berene Sauls had dreams of growing grapes near her home village and expanding her fledgling wine business.