Brazil Aims to Boost Cotton Exports to India Amid Growing Demand
Brazil is actively pursuing an expansion of its cotton exports to India, engaging in discussions with the Indian government to secure an import quota that would exempt Brazilian cotton from…
Peru’s Avocado Sector Faces Production Decline and Smaller Fruit Sizes Amid Weather Challenges
Peru’s avocado sector is grappling with significant challenges this season, including an anticipated 25% to 30% drop in production due to adverse weather conditions exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon.…
Taiwan and Hungary Deny Manufacturing Explosive Pagers Linked to Hezbollah Attacks in Lebanon
Taiwanese officials have confirmed that there are no records of local company Gold Apollo exporting pagers to Lebanon, following reports of explosions involving these devices. The Ministry of Economic Affairs…
Australia to Ban Importation of Engineered Stone Linked to Silicosis Starting January 1, 2025
The Australian government has announced a ban on the importation of engineered stone, including benchtops, slabs, and panels, effective January 1, 2025. This decision follows growing concerns about the health…
RFA Calls for Tighter Regulations on Imported UCO and Tallow, Seeks Update on EPA Feedstock Audits
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) has called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for an update regarding its audits of biofuel feedstock imports, specifically focusing on used cooking oil…
UK Agri-Food Trade Faces ‘Marked Declines’ Post-Brexit, Urgent Policy Changes Needed, Reports Aston University
A recent report from Aston University highlights significant declines in the UK’s agri-food trade post-Brexit, revealing a 27% drop in exports and a 32% reduction in imports from the EU…
India’s Diamond Sector Faces Severe Crisis: Factory Closures and Job Losses Amid Declining Imports and Exports
India’s diamond sector is facing a severe crisis marked by significant factory closures and job losses, according to the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The industry has experienced a sharp…
Indian Agriculture Ministry Announces Increased Investment in Technology and Infrastructure for Enhanced Productivity
The Indian Ministry of Agriculture is set to increase investments in technology, infrastructure, and human resources to enhance the agricultural sector’s productivity and sustainability. This initiative aims to modernize farming…
Modi 3.0: Commerce Ministry Launches Trade Connect to Boost MSME Exporters
In a bid to bolster support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India, the Ministry of Commerce has launched an innovative e-platform called Trade Connect. This platform aims…
NNPCL’s Price Fixing of Dangote Petrol Declared Illegal by Femi Falana
Femi Falana, a prominent human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has declared that it is illegal for the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) to fix the price…