Tag: Trade Policy
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Starmer Eyes UK Deeper into the EU Single Market
Starmer signals a bold pivot toward the EU single market British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has floated a bold policy shift: taking the United Kingdom deeper into the European Union’s single market. Speaking during a high-profile visit to China, Starmer suggested that the UK could align more closely with EU rules and standards in exchange…
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Indicators of the Week: EU-India Trade Milestone, Rivalries in Hockey, and $200k for Olympians
Overview: A Week of Big Movements From trade to sports, this week’s economic numbers highlight how policy decisions, market sentiment, and national sponsorships shape the broader economy. The standout stories include a sweeping EU-India trade agreement, a heated hockey rivalry that captivates fans and economies alike, and a substantial funding update for Olympians. Here’s a…
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EU-India Deal, Heated Rivalry, and Olympian Funding: This Week’s Economic Indicators
Overview: Indicators of the Week Every week brings a fresh set of numbers that illuminate the state of the global economy. This edition focuses on a landmark EU-India trade agreement, a competitive sports landscape driven by rivalries, and a notable investment in Olympic athletes. Taken together, these signals offer a cross-cutting view of trade policy,…
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Singapore Unveils 7 Strategies to Secure Growth and Good Jobs Amid Tariffs and AI Threats
Singapore charts a proactive course for growth and employment As global trade tensions and rapid advances in artificial intelligence reshape the economic landscape, Singapore is turning to a concrete, risk-tolerant plan. Committees convened for the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) are urging the government to experiment with bold ideas, balancing protectionist pressures with the need to…
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Indicators of the Week: EU-India Trade Deal, Heated Rivalries, and a $200k Boost for Olympians
What the EU-India Trade Deal Could Mean for Global Commerce The headlines are dominated by a potential landmark agreement between the European Union and India, signaling a major shift in global trade patterns. While details vary by briefing, the core components typically include tariff reductions on goods, streamlined rules of origin, and expanded market access…
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Economic Survey: Trump tariffs on India surprise markets as growth outlook dims
Introduction: A surprising tariff regime and its ripple effects The latest Economic Survey released by the finance ministry has brought into sharp relief the jolts India faced from the tariffs imposed by the United States. Market watchers and policymakers had anticipated that India could be among the early beneficiaries of the new tariff regime, given…
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Tsahkna: US Remains Estonia’s Key Trade Partner Amid Shifting Conditions
US-Estonia Ties Stay Strong in Changing Global Conditions Estonia continues to view the United States as a cornerstone of its international trade network, according to Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna. Speaking at the opening of a US business seminar hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tallinn, Tsahkna underscored that the alliance remains robust even…
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Export-Led Growth in Pakistan: Why Simple Measures Fail
Introduction: The Export Narrative and the Reality Many economic managers in Pakistan lean on exports as the silver bullet for broader macroeconomic challenges. The logic is straightforward: boost production for foreign markets, earn hard currency, and stabilize the balance of payments. Yet, in practice, these expectations collide with a web of structural weaknesses, policy gaps,…
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Cost-Benefit Analysis of ART Underway, Says Johari
Johari has announced that a formal cost-benefit analysis of the ART program is now underway. The effort, he said, is being supported by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), signaling a coordinated push to quantify the policy’s value for the economy. H2: What is driving the cost-benefit…
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Cost-Benefit Analysis of ART Underway, Says Johari: What It Means for Malaysia’s Exports to the US
Overview: ART Under Review by Malaysia’s Trade Agencies In a recent briefing, Johari emphasized that a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis (CBA) of ART is actively underway. The assessment is being conducted with the support of two key government bodies: the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA). The goal is…