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Statement by the ETUC and the CCSCS regarding the possible conclusion of negotiations on the EU-MERCOSUR Association Agreement
The ETUC and the Coordinator of Trade Unions of the Southern Cone reiterate our rejection of the EU-MERCOSUR Association Agreement as it stands today.
France seeks to rope in Poland to block Mercosur trade deal
France is hoping to persuade Poland into joining forces to block a trade deal between the European Union and Latin America’s Mercosur bloc that’s been a quarter of a century in the making.
Trump’s plan for US providers in NHS could scupper hopes of free trade deal
Republicans' Project 2025 manifesto suggests opening up NHS to 'foreign competition'.
Algeria : official entry into the AfCFTA on november 1
Algeria marks a historic turning point by officially joining the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Emmerson enters formal investment dispute with Moroccan government
Emmerson PLC on Friday said it has entered into a formal investment dispute with the Moroccan government, with the intention to escalate to arbitration if discussions are unsuccessful.
Thailand seeks FTA negotiations with Eurasian Economic Union
Thailand is holding talks with Russia to expedite negotiations for a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
Australia and UAE sign a new free-trade agreement
Already Australia’s biggest trading partner in the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates has signed a free-trade agreement that is set to benefit farmers and exporters.
Indonesia-Canada trade pact negotiations enter final stage
The negotiations of the trade deal between Indonesia and Canada have entered the final stage as the two economies wish to substantially conclude the agreement later this week.
New Zealand seals trade deal with GCC to boost exports, investment
New Zealand has reached a free trade agreement with the six-nation Gulf Cooperation Council, which includes Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, a deal that will open up significant opportunities for Kiwi exporters in the Middle East.
Thailand, Turkey agree to resume FTA negotiations
Thai Deputy Commerce Minister and his Turkish counterpart have agreed to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement between the two countries.