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S. Korea pays compensation to US hedge fund Mason
South Korea's government has paid US$54 million to US hedge fund Mason Capital following an investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) ruling.
Talks of possible FTA to boost Israeli investments into PH — minister
The Philippines and Israel have announced the initiation of talks toward a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signaling a positive outlook for increased Israeli investments in the Philippines.
Indonesia rushing to complete trade deals with Europe, Canada as a hedge against looming US tariff
Indonesia is actively expediting the conclusion and ratification of several key trade agreements to diversify its export markets and counterbalance the impact of a forthcoming 19% tariff imposed by the United States, effective August 1, 2025.
EU-US trade deal: The biggest losers and (a few) winners
It’s a one-sided affair with most EU exports subject to a 15 percent US tariff — but the auto, aviation and semiconductor industries have escaped the worst.
South Korea in push for US trade deal to offer package including shipbuilding tie-up
South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said he would seek a mutually beneficial trade deal when he meets U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for talks this week, just days before an August 1 deadline expires to avoid punishing tariffs.
New Zealand backs Fiji’s ambitious push for PACER+ membership
New Zealand is ramping up its support for Fiji’s inclusion in the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus.
Trump to resume Thailand, Cambodia trade talks after truce
President Donald Trump said the US will resume trade negotiations with Thailand and Cambodia after they agreed to halt clashes along their disputed border, taking credit for pushing them to peace after threatening punishing tariffs.
India-UK FTA: The devil is in the details
India’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom marks a historic milestone as India’s first major FTA with a Western country, expected to potentially double bilateral trade to $120 billion by 2030.
Peru pitches critical minerals to Indian firms, FTA likely by early 2026
India and Peru are set to finalize a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by late 2025 or early 2026, strengthening economic ties between the two nations. Peru has invited Indian companies to invest and collaborate in critical sectors, especially rare earth minerals essential for clean energy, advanced technologies, and electric vehicles.
Indonesia defends US trade deal, points to longstanding 0% tariff for China
Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, defended the recently signed trade agreement with the United States, addressing concerns that it disproportionately favors the US and threatens Indonesia’s domestic industries.