Air Freight News
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.
Click to Read More
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…
Click to Read More
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.
How a ‘mind-blowing’ blunder created a dangerous Brexit standoff
Thirty years ago, during Northern Ireland’s long-running sectarian conflict, gunmen botched an attempt to assassinate a young academic in Belfast.
US likely to undo Israeli billionaire’s sanctions reprieve
The Biden administration is expected to reverse an 11th-hour move by the Trump administration to temporarily ease sanctions on Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler following an…
BEA News: US international trade in goods and services, December 2020
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has issued the following news release today: