Bangladesh and Pakistan resume direct trade after more than 50 years
The deal follows an improvement in diplomatic relations since an interim government in Bangladesh led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus taking over in the wake of the protests that…
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China-Laos-Thailand Railway’s benefits outlined
According to a report released in Bangkok earlier this week, the railway, with construction ongoing for the Thai section, has significantly enhanced regional connectivity and…
US President Trump orders tighter curbs on Chinese investments in key sectors
The move includes an expanded role for a foreign investment review panel.
Philippines makes first frozen durian shipment to China
A previous report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations noted that China has been the main driver of global durian exports, as the East Asian country…
US President Trump says new China trade deal is ‘possible’ despite tensions
Mr Trump has ratcheted up pressure on China with an additional 10 percent tariff on all imports from the country, punishment for what he said are unfair Chinese trade practices…
Bhutan’s new inland waterway terminal to boost trade with Bangladesh and India
Jogighopa facility promises faster shipments and lower costs for exporters in Gelephu.
Nepal’s dog chew export rises by 27.82 percent in first half
The United States was the largest importer, taking in 852 tonnes valued at Rs 1.59 billion, followed by Canada with 56 tonnes worth Rs130.34 million.
The good old days of global trade: The Jakarta Post
Our government must work on the assumption that global trade is no longer what it used to be.
ASEAN has a better chance in any US-China trade war
As ASEAN has been able to overcome many issues in the past, often by learning from the best practices of the West and itself, it stands to reason that ASEAN has the diplomatic…
Taiwan seeks to persuade US that it offers chip cooperation – not competition
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly accused Taiwan of stealing the chip business from his country.