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Agreement reached to put EU-U.S. trade on a more stable footing

“With the introduction of the sunset clause and a strong suspension clause Parliament has substantially improved the Commission proposal. The agreement also foresees stronger review and safeguard mechanisms, and clearer and regular democratic oversight.”

[European Parliament]

USTR to host G20 trade ministerial

“At the G20 Trade Ministerial this fall, USTR will lead discussions with the G20 Trade Ministers on a wide array of issues, including ending forced labor, updating the Most-Favored Nation (MFN) Principle, denouncing weaponization of trade in food, and addressing structural excess capacity and production.”

[USTR]

UK announces trade deal with six Gulf states

“Tariffs will be removed on exports such as food, medical equipment and advanced manufacturing under a free trade agreement, while the deal includes commitments on the free flow of data. Once the agreement is fully implemented, an estimated £580 million in duties a year will be removed based on current UK exports.”

[The Independent]

Indonesia’s new export rules may disrupt global palm oil trade

“President Prabowo Subianto said Wednesday that exports of palm oil, coal and ferroalloys will be required to pass through a state agency as the government moves to strengthen control over natural resources and increase state revenue. Indonesia accounts for more than half of global palm oil shipments. Its past export-restricting moves to prioritise local sales and boost supplies for biodiesel have lifted prices of palm oil as well as rival edible oils like soyoil and sunflower oil.”

[StratNews Global]

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