Young European farmers are leading the charge against the detrimental effects of big agriculture on climate change. They argue that current trade agreements and subsidies incentivize unsustainable practices and push small-scale farmers towards industrialization. They advocate for a system that prioritizes local production, fair pricing, and environmental sustainability, highlighting the need for systemic change to protect both farmers and the planet.
India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, in Doha, reviewing bilateral relations with a focus on trade, investment, energy, and people-to-people ties. The meeting also included discussions on regional and global issues, including the situation in Gaza.
With the UK general election on July 4th, political parties are vying for the support of the Indian diaspora, a significant voting bloc. Labour, aiming to regain lost ground, pledges to address anti-India sentiments within its ranks and foster a strong strategic partnership with India. The Conservatives highlight their pro-India record, including the Prime Minister’s Indian heritage and ongoing FTA negotiations. The Liberal Democrats emphasize the economic benefits of a trade deal with India. The Green Party focuses on fostering cultural exchange and strengthening ties with India.
The 7th edition of the Taiwan Expo, scheduled for July 8-10, 2024, in New Delhi, marks the return of the event after a five-year hiatus. This expo aims to further enhance bilateral trade relations between Taiwan and India, showcasing Taiwan’s latest technologies and solutions in key areas like smart lifestyle, smart city, and green innovations.
The European Union (EU) and China have agreed to hold talks regarding tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). This comes after the EU imposed tariffs of up to 38% on Chinese EVs, citing concerns about unfair trade practices and subsidized competition. The talks, announced following virtual meetings between EU Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis and Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, aim to prevent a potential tariff war.
This article explores the evolving relationship between the United States and Japan, highlighting the recent shift in their economic policies and the growing strategic importance of Japan in the face of China’s rise. While America embraces industrial policies and protectionism, Japan is becoming more pro-market and shareholder-friendly, leading to a complex and multifaceted partnership.
China has fiercely criticized the Group of Seven (G7) after its leaders issued a statement accusing Beijing of providing weapons components to Russia and engaging in unfair trade practices. China’s foreign ministry spokesman called the statement ‘full of arrogance, prejudice, and lies,’ while also refuting claims of overcapacity and accusing the G7 of acting as a tool for Western hegemony.
Pakistan and China have launched a new air cargo route between Guizhou and Karachi, enhancing trade between the two countries. The route, inaugurated on May 28th, marks the first direct air freight connection between Guizhou and Pakistan, a Belt and Road Initiative country. The flights, operating three times a week, carry goods such as clothing, electronics, and hardware accessories, facilitating trade between the regions.
This air cargo route is significant as it reduces the time for Pakistan’s high-quality fresh products to reach Guizhou, while also establishing Guiyang as a cargo distribution center in southwest China. The inauguration of this route comes ahead of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China, where he is expected to discuss further investments in the Pak-China Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects and strengthen bilateral ties.
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area (GBA) and France have taken a significant step towards enhanced economic cooperation at a major conference in Paris, attracting over 400 representatives from French industrial and commercial circles. The conference highlighted the GBA’s growing prominence as a global economic powerhouse and its potential as an entry point for foreign companies seeking to establish themselves in the Chinese market. The event yielded concrete results, with preliminary figures indicating the securing of 36 bilateral investment and trade cooperation projects between France and the GBA, representing a combined value of 3.22 billion USD.
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Europe (France) Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference was held in Paris on May 24th, 2024. Over 400 delegates from various sectors of the French business community participated in the event. The conference focused on strengthening economic and trade cooperation between the Greater Bay Area and France, and resulted in the signing of 36 bilateral investment and trade projects valued at $3.22 billion USD.
