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Bangladesh seeks to build on existing ties, eyes trade deal
30-Mar-2026     Bangkok Post
The new government in Bangladesh is seeking to deepen its engagement with Thailand and Asean, which may include the signing of a free trade agreement and the establishment of direct maritime connectivity.
EU and CPTPP agree to progress with "historic" digital trade deal, Canada's international trade minister says
30-Mar-2026     Reuters
The European Union and the parties to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership agreed on Friday to move ​forward with reaching a "historic" digital trade agreement between both ​trading blocs.
‘This is not a trade deal, it’s a hostage situation’ – EU–US talks
30-Mar-2026     The Canary
Campaigners at 350.org are warning that the proposed agreement risks locking Europe into decades of fossil fuel dependency. But at the same time it would expose households to rising energy costs and geopolitical pressure.
Emmerson submits $1.215bn arbitration claim over Khemisset potash project
30-Mar-2026     Yabiladi
Morocco-focused potash developer Emmerson PLC said on Monday it had submitted a $1.215 billion damages claim, including interest and net of local taxes, in its arbitration case against Morocco.
Mercosur and Canada near free-trade agreement with April talks
30-Mar-2026     Reuters
Le Canada et le bloc sud-américain du Mercosur progressent vers un accord de libre-échange qui pourrait être signé d'ici la fin de l'année, avec de nouvelles négociations prévues le mois prochain à Brasilia.
Guinea, Emirates Global Aluminium near deal to resolve asset dispute, sources say
30-Mar-2026     Reuters
Guinea has reached an agreement with Emirates Global ‌Aluminium that will avert a looming arbitration over last year's seizure of the miner’s local unit.
Petro says Colombia will pull out of investor protection treaties
27-Mar-2026     Colombia Reports
President Gustavo Petro said that Colombia will pull out of investor protection treaties that allow foreign corporations to sue the State over perceived losses before international tribunals.
Mercosur steps up trade talks with India and United Arab Emirates
27-Mar-2026     The Hindu Businessline
The talks are part of a broader strategy to deepen Mercosur’s global integration, enhance export opportunities and reduce reliance on traditional markets
EU lawmakers advance US trade deal with multiple safeguards
27-Mar-2026     Reuters
European Union lawmakers advanced legislation to fulfil the ​bloc's side of its trade agreement with the US, after months of uncertainty over President Donald ‌Trump's tariff threats and new import levy.
Thailand fast-tracks free trade deals to expand regional influence and tackle global challenges
26-Mar-2026     Pattaya Mail
Director-General of the Department of Trade Negotiations Chotima Iemsawasdikul announced that Thailand is accelerating ongoing trade negotiations to strengthen regional cooperation and address growing global challenges.