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Colombia has enacted a temporary halt to coal exports to Israel, prompted by an alliance comprising Palestinian organizations, Colombian trade unionists, and indigenous groups. This decisive action, announced by Colombian President Gustavo Petro, aligns with the International Court of Justice’s directives demanding Israel cease its operations in Rafah. The suspension traces back to advocacy by the Palestinian Institute for Public Diplomacy (PIPD) and Sintracarbon, Colombia’s principal coal miners union. Their concerted efforts culminated in a June correspondence to President Petro, urging a cessation of coal exports to counter what they term ‘ongoing genocide.’ The correspondence sharply criticized the role of…

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has enabled banks from 22 diverse nations to establish Special Vostro Rupee Accounts (SVRA), for facilitating payments in Indian rupees on the international stage. This list encompasses countries across several continents including Bangladesh, Belarus, Botswana, Fiji, Germany, Guyana, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Myanmar, New Zealand, Oman, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, and the United Kingdom. As of now, active Vostro accounts exist in Russia, Sri Lanka, and Mauritius, with plans underway for approximately 12 more countries to join this initiative. Indian banks are set to establish 92 SVRAs for their…

The Dubai International Chamber, a key entity under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, recently wrapped up a rade mission to Senegal and Morocco, part of the ‘New Horizons’ initiative aimed at stregnthening economic deals. This mission culminated in the signing of four memorandums of understanding (MoUs) and the arrangement of 300 bilateral meetings in Casablanca, highligting the dedication to spur trade and investment between Dubai and Morocco. The MoUs, established with eminent Moroccan institutions including the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development, the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM), and the Chambers of Commerce of Casablanca-Settat and Rabat-Salé-Kenitra, lay…

Namibia has propelled its international investment profile through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s Trade Investment Promotion Agency. This partnership emerged from the distinguished South Korea-Africa summit in Seoul, a gathering that united 48 African countries, including 25 presidents and prime ministers. The agenda of this summit focused on expanding trade, technology, and investment links between South Korea and Africa. Eino Mvula, CEO of the Namibia Standards Institution (NSI), emphasized the MoU’s critical role, stating, “This agreement with South Korea is pivotal for us. It not only opens doors for enhanced bilateral trade but also aligns…

India’s position as a net importer of steel as of May reflects major changes in global steel industry dynamics and the specific challenges faced by main producers like India. According to the Ministry of Steel, the early months of the fiscal year saw imports surpassing exports, a departure from last year’s robust export activity. This volatility underscores the unpredictable nature of the world steel market. Data for May reveals that finished steel imports reached 0.55 million tonnes (mt), a 13% rise compared to the same period last year, despite a slight 5% reduction from April’s figures. For the months of…

During a comprehensive address at the Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FCCI), Dr. Mehmet Pacaci, the Turkish Ambassador to Pakistan, underscored the imperative for both nations to elevate their economic partnership, targeting a substantial increase in bilateral trade from $1 billion to $5 billion. Dr. Pacaci emphasized the vast, untapped potential across vital sectors such as IT, AI, education, health, and tourism. Despite robust connections spanning government, people, and businesses, the trade volume between the two countries remains modest. “We must collaborate with each other to utilize the untapped potential,” Dr. Pacaci asserted, urging for a strategic realignment of…

The Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) recently unveiled its East Africa Representative Office in Nairobi, Kenya, marking a significant step toward advancing trade and business ties with a region noted for its abundant resources and youthful population. Surging Trade Dynamics Over the past decade, commercial exchanges between India and East Africa have shown a sharp rise. Trade in goods escalated from $9.7 billion in 2013 to $12.9 billion in 2022, with Indian exports to the region climbing from $8.6 billion to $9.4 billion, indicating a deepening of economic ties. Role of India Exim Bank Founded in 1982, India…

Turkey has declared a 40% additional tariff on car imports from China, set to take effect from July 7. This strategic move aims to shield the national automotive sector and counteract a growing current account deficit. Detailed by the country’s trade ministry, the tariff will also include a base charge of $7,000 per vehicle, reflecting a robust approach to managing the influx of subsidized Chinese electric and hybrid vehicles. The imposition aligns with global automotive trade trends, where economies worldwide are reassessing import policies to support local industries. With the European Commission poised to decide on similar provisions, the international…

At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Russian President Vladimir Putin affirmed Russia’s critical trade role in global commerce, asserting its resilience despite significant international sanctions. His address showcased Russia’s strategic responses and continued importance in the global economic arena. Speaking to a gathering of global business leaders and policymakers, Putin unveiled ambitious goals to strengthen Russia’s $2 trillion economy. He stressed the importance of reducing reliance on imports for Russia, a leading global oil exporter. He also advocated increasing the use of non-Western currencies for trade settlements and expanding domestic financial markets. Putin highlighted a strategic shift in trade…

China and Arab nations are intensifying trade collaborations, according to He Yadong, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, during a recent press conference in Beijing. This strategic advancement follows the introduction of new economic and trade protocols aligned with the ‘five cooperation frameworks’ proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the 10th Ministerial Conference of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, celebrated in Beijing on May 30. This forum, marking its 20th anniversary, serves as a cornerstone for expansive and comprehensive Sino-Arab relations. “China has become the largest trading partner and a major cooperation partner in infrastructure construction and investment…