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Egypt’s merchandise exports have seen a significant increase, rising by 9.8% year-on-year in the first five months of 2024 to reach $16.551 billion. This growth reflects the country’s strengthening export…
India’s steel industry is facing a significant challenge from a surge in imports, which has become a “warning signal” for the country’s efforts towards self-reliance (Atmanirbharta). Finished steel imports into…
Bolivian cement exports have faced a significant decline in recent years. In 2023, overseas shipments of cement decreased by 4% to 38,589 tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after…
The global silver nitrate market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.01% during the forecast period 2020-2026, reaching an estimated value of USD 10.6 Billion by 2032. Key…
Kenya has reported a notable drop in its import expenditure for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting reduced spending on critical supplies. Kenyan imports dropped by nearly 14…
Former CFTC chair Chris Giancarlo and his former chief innovation officer Daniel Gorfine argue that the U.S. government can use stablecoins to protect the dominance of the U.S. dollar. They…
The Ugandan government has imposed a $200 levy per kilogram on refined gold exports and banned the export of unrefined gold. This move is part of the government’s efforts to…
The Nigerian government plans to suspend import duties on staple food items, pharmaceuticals, and other essential goods for six months in an effort to curb rising inflation. The proposed “Inflation…
Many Vietnamese products are exported under foreign brands, limiting the ability of Vietnamese companies to build their own brand recognition in international markets. Exporting under foreign brands is a common…
Turkey has imposed export restrictions on chicken meat, including whole chicken and its cuts, in an effort to safeguard domestic supply and consumer welfare. The Ministry of Commerce has limited…