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Published on Nov 1, 2026

Global trade outlook improves as AI investment drives demand for technology

Strong investment in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure is improving the global trade outlook, as rising demand for semiconductors, servers and other advanced technologies supports international commerce and creates new opportunities for …

Source: The Nation - Pro-Government
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Ethiopia Overtakes Tanzania to Become Top LDC Services Exporter: WTO-OECD Report

Ethiopia has emerged as the largest commercial services exporter among the world’s least-developed countries (LDCs), accounting for 17 percent of the group’s total services exports in 2024, according to a joint report by the World Trade Organization (WTO) …

Source: The Reporter Ethiopia - Neutral
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern urges politicians to rebuild trust amid growing polarisation

The Guardian reported Ardern said that, over the past few decades, people around the world had felt an increasing sense of insecurity as globalisation took hold, prompting attacks on institutions such as the World Trade Organisation. She said that, rather …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on 04:52 GMT

Vietnam’s economy posts strong results in 10 months

Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s economy recorded several important milestones in the first 10 months of 2026, with total trade surpassing 1 trillion USD for the first time, while industrial production and foreign direct investment (FDI) continued to grow. …

Source: VietnamPlus - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Oct 31, 2026

Trade Dispute Between Panama and Costa Rica.

The trade dispute between Panama and Costa Rica intensified significantly in mid-2026, evolving from a multi-year agricultural standoff into a prominent diplomatic and energy-sector conflict. The Federation of Chambers and Associations of Commerce of …

Source: Newsroom Panama - Neutral
Published on 02:58 GMT

Opinion: Who really benefits from supply management?

Why should one company have to pay another for permission to import chicken when Ottawa granted that permission for free in the first place? Supply management is sold to Canadians as a promise: stable farms, reliable supply and predictable prices. But …

Source: SaskToday.ca - Pending
Published on Oct 31, 2026

China-Switzerland FTA upgrade opens new chapter in bilateral trade: minister

China and Switzerland signed a protocol on Friday to upgrade their free trade agreement (FTA), opening a new chapter in bilateral economic and trade relations, according to Chinese commerce minister. The signing coincided with a visit to China by the …

Source: Bastille Post - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 31, 2026

Bernd Lange Leads 12 MEP Trade Delegation in Brussels 2026

Brussels(Brussels Morning Newspaper) October 31, 2026 – The European Parliament’s Committee on International Trade (INTA) has concluded a three-day official delegation visit to China, urging increased operational engagement and concrete outcomes to resolve …

Source: Brussels Morning - Neutral
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Evolving China-Germany ties: A new engine for China-EU cooperation

Chinese President Xi Jinping holds a welcome ceremony for German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at the square outside the east gate of the Great Hall of the People before their talks in Beijing, October 30, 2026. /Xinhua Chinese President Xi Jinping …

Source: CGTN - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Nov 1, 2026

The World’s Most Dangerous Weapons Are Straits

More than 80% of global merchandise trade travels by sea. Under normal conditions, the vast maritime network allows goods, energy and raw materials to move across continents with little public attention. But when conflict, political pressure or extreme …

Source: Sri Lanka Guardian - Neutral
Published on 01:39 GMT

South-South cooperation boon to world economy

AI/CAI MENG/CHINA DAILY The foundations for cooperation across countries and regions of the Global South are expanding. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, South-South merchandise exports rose from approximately $ …

Source: China Daily - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 02:32 GMT

APEC China's role to revitalize Asia-Pacific economy

Park JinThe Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Shenzhen, China, scheduled for Nov. 18-19, should serve as an event to revive the Asia-Pacific's economic dynamism and unlock the region's enormous potential. In the artificial …

Source: The Korea Times - Center-left
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Lula's victory alone cannot loosen the US and Israeli grip on Latin America

"Lula won! Lula won!" a Brazilian student shouted at a language school in Cairo. An Argentine activist sent a similar message. A pan-Arab news channel filled the screen with images of packed streets in Sao Paulo. The excitement over Brazilian …

Source: Middle East Eye - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 1, 2026

No work permit needed: Vietnam exempts 18 categories of foreigners

Vietnam's government issued Decree No. 393/2026/ND-CP, removing the work permit requirement for 18 categories of foreign workers The categories cover a wide range of workers, from company owners and ODA project advisers to volunteers and AI …

Source: Legit News - Neutral
Published on Nov 1, 2026

How Merz’s five-day Asia trip ended up being mostly about Europe

It's a thinly veiled reference to Chinese threats to restrict access to rare earth metals and the tariff threats made by U.S. President Donald Trump. Merz also said the alliance could strengthen the World Trade Organization and seek to unblock the …

Source: Politico Europe - Neutral
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Real problem is execution, not ideas

A view of the Business School campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US, April 15, 2025. REUTERS ISLAMABAD: The recent conference on Pakistan at Harvard University, themed "From Potential to Performance", has generated …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Japan’s Economic Diplomacy: A Compass in a Divided World

During the second term of U.S. President Donald Trump, protectionist measures – including unilateral trade actions and reciprocal tariffs – have re-emerged as central pillars of U.S. foreign policy. With this fundamental structure shift in trade policy of …

Source: The Diplomat - Neutral
Published on Oct 30, 2026

WCO Secretary General Speaks to the Value of AEO Programmes at the 2026 WTO Global Review of Aid for Trade

WCO Secretary General Ian Saunders participates in Rwanda Session of the WTO 10th Global Review of Aid for Trade Calls for further development of AEO programmes, setting a future direction towards greater regional and global integration of trusted supply …

Source: World Customs Organization - Gov't Institution
Published on 00:36 GMT

CIIE offers “gateway” for shared growth, says Indonesian expert

The upcoming ninth China International Import Expo (CIIE) offers a “gateway” for international businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to tap into China’s vast market and build resilient global trade networks, an Indonesian …

Source: Blueprint Newspapers Limited - Indeterminate

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Published on November 2, 2026 - 01:24 GMT

Remarks by Deputy Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu at Plenary Session III of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

Atlanta, October 31, 2026 Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Colleagues, At the moment, the geopolitical situation is complex and volatile, and the industrial and supply chains are increasingly fragmented, posing a threat to global growth and recovery. An …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 20:27 GMT

New report looks at role of South-South and triangular cooperation for trade development

Entitled "Transformative Partnerships for Trade Resilience: South-South and Triangular Cooperation in Action", the publication underscores that South-South merchandise exports reached USD 7.2 trillion in 2025, accounting for 27.8 per cent of …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 20:27 GMT

Global Review concludes with a declaration on partnerships for trade and development

The declaration recognises the importance of technical assistance and capacity building for implementing WTO rules and facilitating the integration of developing economies, including least developed countries (LDCs), into the global trading system. It …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 20:27 GMT

Members review regional trade agreements, confirm meeting frequency, adopt annual report

regional trade agreements At a meeting of the Committee on Regional Trade Agreements (CRTA) on 29 October, WTO members considered five regional trade agreements (RTAs) among members as well as three involving non-members. They also took note of new RTA …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 11:40 GMT

WHO, WIPO and the WTO to hold 13th Joint Technical Symposium on 25 November 2026

Local and regional production can, under appropriate conditions, contribute to sustainable access to quality-assured, safe, effective, and affordable health technologies, more secure and resilient supply chains, and innovation. Realizing these benefits …

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Published on October 29, 2026 - 17:20 GMT

Global Review 2026 spotlights partnerships for trade and development

The Global Review looks at how USD 795 billion of investments in Aid for Trade has helped developing economies and LDCs build the infrastructure, skills and institutions they need to benefit more fully from global trade. The Review will also allow …

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Published on October 29, 2026 - 17:20 GMT

Côte d'Ivoire President: Re-globalization an opportunity to move beyond traditional trade

Re-globalization is a process in which globalization is made broader, more resilient and more inclusive. President Ouattara noted Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's call for a focus on re-globalization, and emphasized such an effort requires …

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

WTO members discuss proposals on key trade and development issues

The proposal on trade as an engine for economic growth, submitted by Japan and Switzerland, calls for exchanges of experiences and best practices on trade policies that support economic growth and integration into global value chains. The communication on …

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Published on November 1, 2026 - 09:48 GMT

What If Kindness Went Viral on November 11? German Conscious Community Pledges 11 Million Acts Toward 1B Act Moonshot

From a small German town to the world: Yoga pioneer Sukadev Bretz and Yoga Vidya help inspire a global movement for one billion acts of kindness BAD MEINBERG, GERMANY, November 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when division dominates the …

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Published on November 1, 2026 - 04:15 GMT

Miracle Surrogacy and Miracle Surrogacy Foundation Extend USD $3,000 Grant Through November 30, 2026

Following strong acceptance during October, the promotion will continue through November, giving intended parents additional time to sign up. CANCUN, MEXICO, November 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Miracle Surrogacy and Miracle Surrogacy …

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Published on October 31, 2026 - 22:56 GMT

Karnataka Tourism to Take UK Outreach to Manchester, London and Birmingham

The State will promote its tourism offerings through roadshows and B2B engagements at WTM London 2026. BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, November 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karnataka Tourism will undertake a focused tourism promotion program …

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Published on October 31, 2026 - 22:45 GMT

Taiwan Tourism Brings #100WaysToWonder to San Diego Travel Trade

Taiwan Tourism Administration Engages Southern California Travel Advisors with New Experiences, Cultural Activities and Travel Incentives SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA …

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Published on October 31, 2026 - 18:34 GMT

UN-Habitat gains Green Climate Fund accreditation to advance urban climate action

Incheon, Republic of Korea, 28 October 2026 — The Green Climate Fund Board has confirmed UN-Habitat as an Accredited Entity at its 46th meeting, opening new opportunities to expand climate investment in cities and human settlements across developing …

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Published on October 31, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

Five cities receive the 2026 Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities

Fuzhou, China, 31 October 2026 – Five cities – Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), Santiago de Cali (Colombia), Istanbul (Türkiye), Jingdezhen (China) and Katowice (Poland) – have received the 2026 Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities (Shanghai Award), …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 20:59 GMT

Citizens for Aasi Siddique Campaign Issues Formal Mandate for Global Ceasefire and Binding International Diplomacy

Mandate for Peace: Shifting Global Strategy from Military Escalation to Binding Diplomacy CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Citizens for Aasi Siddique campaign today issued a formal mandate calling for an …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Aviation & Aerospace Industry ...
Published on October 30, 2026 - 18:41 GMT

Delay Compensation Claims Depend on Actual Historical Flight Data

A claim turns on the time the flight actually arrived. Aviationstack looks up past flights by date, with the actual times and the delay in minutes on record. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EU Regulation 261…

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 18:41 GMT

Foreign Refunds Need Both the Original and the Current Exchange Rate

The rate on the purchase date says what the customer paid. The rate on the refund date says what the refund costs. Currencylayer returns both. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A customer in Germany pays in euros …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 18:41 GMT

AI Coding Assistants Still Hardcode Exchange Rates in Generated Code

AI coding tools can use Exchangeratesapi to replace outdated hardcoded currency values with accurate, up-to-date exchange rates. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ask an AI coding assistant for a currency …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 18:40 GMT

AI Expense Agents Need Exchange Rates Looked Up by Date

Currencylayer helps AI expense agents convert receipts using historical exchange rates matched to each transaction date. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An AI expense agent reads a receipt well. From a photo of …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 18:39 GMT

Travel Apps Can Retire Hand-Kept Airport Code Tables

Aviationstack provides updated airport codes, coordinates and time zones through an API, helping travel apps avoid outdated data. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Many travel apps carry an airport table somewhere …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 16:33 GMT

Liberia National WASH Commission, WaterStep and Kijani Group Partner

Advanced Partnership to Strengthen WASH Services in Liberia LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liberia’s National Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Commission, INGO WaterStep and Kijani Group signed a Memorandum of …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Market Report on AI-Enabled Medical Imaging Solutions Emphasizes Key Segments, Regional Developments, and Leading

The Business Research Company’s AI-Enabled Medical Imaging Solutions Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AI-enabled medical imaging …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Global Market Forecast for AI-Enabled X-Ray Imaging Solutions to Surpass $4.14 Billion by 2030

The Business Research Company’s AI-Enabled X-Ray Imaging Solutions Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AI-enabled X-ray imaging …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Outlook for the Air Ambulance Services Market Improves as Global Demand Increases

The Business Research Company’s Air Ambulance Services Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The air ambulance services market is …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

The Ankylosing Spondylitis Market Is Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 8.3% by 2030

The Business Research Company's Ankylosing Spondylitis Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The ankylosing spondylitis market has …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

AST Announces Record IP3 2026 Results: 70 Deals and $5.6M Invested in Collaborative Patent Defense

Eleventh annual program drew 27 voting members and 1,384 lots, with group licensing and member collaboration driving the record results PRINCETON, NJ, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Allied Security Trust (AST) today …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 15:23 GMT

Libros Ayurveda: The Largest Specialized Collection of Ayurveda Books in Spanish

With an extensive collection of books by internationally recognized authors, Libros Ayurveda supports the growing demand for authentic Ayurvedic literature MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Libros Ayurveda has …

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Published on October 30, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

2026 Noble Business Awards Recognizes Season 2 Winners for Leadership, Performance, and Impact

The 2026 Noble Business Awards has revealed its Season 2 winners, led by the organizations and professionals named this year’s Noble Elites of the Year. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2026 Noble Business …

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