Conflicting reasons given for new trade war
“All this raises the question: Why has the US president chosen to upend trade relations on the North American continent? The stakes of this question are high, since it could determine how long Trump’s massive tariffs remain in effect. Unfortunately, the president himself does not seem to know the answer.”
[Vox]
Trump signals U.S. and U.K. could reach “real trade deal”
“Trump said … ‘I think there is a very good chance that in the case of these two great friendly countries, I think we could end up with a real trade deal that ... where the tariffs wouldn’t be necessary. We’ll see.’”
[CNBC]
EU and India aim to sign a free trade agreement by year's end
“That timetable is ambitious, given that the last two decades have produced little in the way of results between the two sides, who began negotiations over a trade deal in 2007, but subsequently saw these frozen over a decade between 2013 and 2022.”
[EuroNews]
Senate confirms Greer to be USTR
“Greer will be tasked with carrying out President Donald Trump’s Feb. 13 memo calling for a ‘Fair and Reciprocal Plan’ as one of the first steps in Trump’s trade agenda to impose reciprocal tariffs.”
[Roll Call]
Alliance launched to promote smart containers and enhance trade security
“The group reports its goal is to unite industry leaders in a collective effort to enhance cargo traceability, fortify maritime trade, and support global enforcement agencies in the fight against criminal networks.”
[The Maritime Executive]
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