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Update on arbitrations against the Republic of Tunisia
The investors have determined a revised amount of US$503 million as the total claimed amount of the ICSID Arbitration
Malaysia joins six countries to ratify UK’s accession into CPTPP
Malaysia has officially ratified the UK's entry into the CPTPP, marking their first bilateral free trade agreement. The agreement is expected to enter into force by the end of 2024 for the UK and ratifying countries.
UK inks trade deal with Thailand to boost exports
The UK and Thailand have signed an Enhanced Trade Partnership to boost trade and investment. The pact focuses on sectors like automotive, tourism, and digital trade. It includes changes to vehicle emissions testing and simplified procedures for importing UK food and drink. The UK aims to increase trade with Thailand, a rapidly growing economy in Southeast Asia.
Oman, UK discuss GCC free trade agreement
The discussions focused on increasing trade and investment, enhancing inter-trade growth, and advancing negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement between the Gulf Cooperation Council and the UK.
UK trade minister to meet Gulf state officials in Saudi Arabia
UK Trade Secretary will discuss ambitions for a trade deal with members of the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Farmers, food and freedom
How trade deals are undermining the right to seeds.
India for stricter Rules of Origin in auto sector under India, UK trade agreement
India and the UK are negotiating a free trade agreement. The UK seeks reduced tariffs on goods, while India wants greater market access for its professionals and protection for its auto industry. Both countries are also discussing sustainability and innovation in the automotive sector.
UK yet to set up negotiating team to resume free trade deal talks with India
India-UK FTA, which has been under deliberations for over two years, could see further hiccups with a new government in the United Kingdom yet to constitute a negotiating team.
UK to join Trans-Pacific trade agreement by December 15
The British government says its agreement to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership will enter into force by December 15 after it received the final ratification required.
Earth Thrive: Has Rio Tinto initiated arbitration over the Jadar project?
Rio Tinto has officially notified the Serbian government about initiating arbitration proceedings concerning the halted Jadar project, under the bilateral investment treaty between the UK and Serbia.