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EU Labels No Member States as ‘High Risk’ in Controversial Anti-Deforestation Rankings
In a move sparking international controversy, the European Commission has officially published its long-awaited country classifications under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), revealing that all …
Trump, Putin, and the Vatican: Global Players Circle Ukraine Peace Effort
Amid renewed hopes for peace in Eastern Europe, a flurry of high-level diplomacy has begun to reshape the conversation around the war in Ukraine. Former …
UK and India Sign Landmark Free Trade Agreement, Opening Doors for Billions in Bilateral Growth
In a historic move aimed at strengthening economic ties, the United Kingdom and India have finalized a free trade agreement expected to significantly increase trade …
Tensions Escalate as Russia Attempts to Establish Buffer Zone in Ukraine’s Sumy Region
Sumy, Ukraine – Russian forces are attempting to establish a strategic buffer zone in Ukraine’s northeastern Sumy region, according to local authorities. Oleh Hryhorov, Governor …
Doubts raised on effectiveness on newly proposed EUDR simplification
The European Commission has announced simplifications to the implementation of its Deforestation Regulation in response to complaints about the cost of it for businesses. The …
Sudan’s civil war enters its third year
Sudan’s brutal civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has entered its third year, as the involvement …
Trump tariffs put India’s pharmaceuticals sector in the EU’s spotlight
U.S. Tariffs Propel EU-India Free Trade Agreement Talks Forward In the wake of escalating U.S. tariffs, the European Union (EU) and India have intensified efforts …
EU and UAE Launch Free Trade Talks
In a significant development for international trade, the European Union (EU) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to initiate negotiations for a Comprehensive …
USTR Pressures EU to Dismantle Green Regulations in Exchange for Tariff Relief
As the Trump administration revives its aggressive trade posture, non-tariff barriers have come to the center of U.S. trade demands. This week, the Office of …
Saudi Arabia Pushes OPEC+ Oil Output Hike as Prices Slide and Global Demand Weakens
Saudi Arabia has coordinated a new oil production increase with its OPEC+ partners, including Russia, marking a significant departure from recent supply restraint policies. The …
Asia is strongly impacted by Trump tariffs
President Donald Trump’s recent tariff impositions have significantly impacted the Asia-Pacific region, with varying effects across different nations. Vietnam faces one of the highest tariffs …
Norway Launches Major Oil Extraction in the Arctic
The Johan Castberg Field Begins Production In a landmark development for Arctic energy exploration, Norway has officially commenced oil production at the Johan Castberg field …