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Canada and Mexico gambled on a free trade future. The bet is turning sour.
4-Mar-2025     Mint
Few countries have bet as heavily on free trade as Mexico and Canada. Now that President Trump says 25% tariffs will hit both countries, their economies are facing a stress test that rivals the global financial crisis and the pandemic.
I was tear-gassed protesting free trade. Can I now say, “I told you so”?
4-Mar-2025     rabble.ca
A quarter century ago, I was tear-gassed protesting free trade. Now that Trump’s tariffs may signal the beginning of the end of globalization, do I get to say, “I told you so?”
Iran engages in free and preferential trade negotiations with pivotal partners
4-Mar-2025     Trend
Iran is holding negotiations with ten countries to sign free trade or preferential trade agreement, Deputy Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade of Iran said.
US not interested in FTA with Argentina, Latin American Envoy says
4-Mar-2025     MercoPress
US State Department envoy for Latin American Affairs said that President Donald Trump's administration is not looking for new free trade agreements, but is open to investment promotion, fair and equitable trade agreements.
Thailand and EU hail progress on FTA talks
4-Mar-2025     Nation Thailand
Thailand and the European Union are making significant progress on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), aiming for completion by year-end. Key aspects of the negotiations include finalized chapters on regulatory practices and transparency, discussions on workforce development, environmental cooperation, and Thailand's OECD aspirations.
Korea, Thailand hold 4th round of negotiations for Economic Partnership Agreement
4-Mar-2025     Chosun Biz
The 4th round of EPA negotiations between South Korea and Thailand held in Seoul, focus on 17 areas including trade in goods and services, digital economy, and sustainable development, with the goal of strengthening economic ties in a volatile global trade environment.
Hong Kong accelerates integration into national development as CEPA enters new stage
3-Mar-2025     Xinhua
The mainland and Hong Kong signed CEPA in 2003. CEPA has now been upgraded to a comprehensive and modern free trade agreement and has brought significant economic benefits to Hong Kong.
Sweden supports swift EU-Malaysia Free Trade Agreement
3-Mar-2025     ScandAsia
Sweden has expressed strong support for the swift establishment of a Free Trade Agreement between the European Union and Malaysia.
Vietnam envoy discusses enhanced trade, FTA with Sri Lanka trade minister
3-Mar-2025     Economy Next
Vietnam Ambassador and Sri Lanka Trade Minister discussed the potential FTAs. It raises critical questions about Sri Lanka's ability to leverage such partnerships effectively amidst its own economic challenges and the need for a more robust trade strategy that prioritizes national interests over mere economic engagement.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal set to begin US visit for bilateral trade talks
3-Mar-2025     CNBC TV18
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to commence his visit to Washington as India and the United states prepare to initiate negotiations for a proposed bilateral trade agreement.