Afghanistan Bans Imports of Pakistani Broiler Poultry, Citing Concerns Over ‘Haram’ Feeding Practices
The Taliban government of Afghanistan has imposed a complete ban on the import of broiler poultry from Pakistan, declaring the chicken meat as “haram” or unfit for Muslim consumption. The…
Nigeria’s E-Waste Import Surge Sparks Concerns as Nigerians Resort to Used Items Amid Environmental Risks
Nigeria is facing growing concerns over the rising import of electronic waste (e-waste), which has led to more Nigerians resorting to using second-hand items. This trend is exacerbating environmental and…
Vietnamese Exporters Struggle with Lack of Market Knowledge, Language Barriers, and Regulatory Hurdles in Global Trade
Vietnamese enterprises are facing significant disadvantages when exporting to other countries. Many lack the necessary expertise in foreign markets, language skills, and understanding of international trade contracts, putting them at…
Russia to Double Import Tariffs on Scotch Whisky from ‘Unfriendly’ Countries in Retaliatory Trade Move
Russia plans to double import tariffs on Scotch whisky and other spirits from “unfriendly” countries, raising the tax to 20% of the value. This retaliatory move comes in response to…
Romania’s Automotive Sector Drives 25% Rise in Road Transport Demand, DSV Road Report Finds
According to a new report by DSV Road, Romania’s automotive sector saw a 25% increase in demand for road transportation services in the first half of 2024. The automotive industry,…
Afreximbank and BSMART Expand African Collaborative Transit Guarantee Scheme to Boost Trade Facilitation in East Africa
Afreximbank and BSMART Technology Ltd have expanded the Afreximbank African Collaborative Transit Guarantee Scheme (AACTGS) to cover container deposits and customs bonds in East Africa. This move aims to enhance…
China’s Polypropylene Exports Forecast to Reach 2.6 Million Tons by 2024 Amid Complex Global Market Dynamics
China’s polypropylene (PP) exports are expected to surge to 2.6 million tonnes in 2024, more than double the level seen in 2023. This dramatic increase is driven by growing global…
Russia Grapples with Chinese Import Delays and Higher Costs Amid Beijing’s Tightened Export Controls
Russia is facing difficulties with Chinese imports due to Beijing’s tightened control over the export of military and dual-use products since July 1. This move has complicated the transportation of…
Kazakhstan Invests Over $100 Million in New Grain Processing Facility in Kostanay to Boost Agricultural Value-Addition
A new plant for the deep processing of grain is being constructed in Kostanay, Kazakhstan. The plant, named Qostanay Grain Industry, will cost over 50 billion tenge and is expected…
Global Map Highlights Regions with Open Border Policies Amid Debate Over Migration and Security
The map shows that while no countries currently have fully open borders, some regions like the Schengen Area in Europe have open border agreements that allow for unrestricted travel between…