Egypt’s Merchandise Exports Surge 9.8% YoY in First 5 Months of 2024, Driven by Diversified Markets and Products
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 Faces Threat from Surging Imports, Calls for Urgent Trade Remedies
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 Decline 4% in 2023 Amid Construction Slowdown
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…
Global Silver Nitrate Market to Reach $10.6 Billion by 2032, Driven by Rising Demand in North America and Asia Pacific
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’s Import Bill Drops for First Time Since COVID-19 as Shilling Weakens Against Dollar
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…
How the U.S. Government Can Protect the Dollar Through Stablecoins
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…
Uganda Imposes $200 Levy on Refined Gold Exports, Bans Unrefined Gold Exports
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…
Tinubu Suspends Import Duties on Essential Goods to Ease Inflation in Nigeria
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…
Exporting Under Foreign Brands: Challenges and Opportunities for Vietnamese ProductsExporting Under Foreign Brands: Challenges and Opportunities for Vietnamese Products
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’s Poultry Export Restrictions: Balancing Domestic Supply and Global Trade
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…