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Hong Kong was the poster child for economic freedom. Not anymore

The organization said that it was counting the city, as well as Macao — another Chinese-controlled special administrative region — as part of China, following a change in its methodology that means the index will only rank "independent countries where …

WTO to rule on US ban on 'Made in Hong Kong' label

The WTO's Dispute Settlement Body accepted a second request from Hong Kong to establish a panel "to rule on US origin-marking requirements for goods", a Geneva trade official said. Hong Kong made a first request for arbitration at the Geneva- …

S. Korea retains position as 7th largest exporter in 2020

Despite the fallout from the ongoing trade dispute and COVID-19 pandemic, South Korea retained its position as the world’s seventh-largest exporter in 2020, showed data released by the World Trade Organization on Sunday. According to the WTO report on …

U.S. blocks Hong Kong's escalation of WTO trade dispute

The WTO has a new chief. Is it time for new trade rules too?

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is not alone in thinking the WTO could do more Feb 20th 2021 WASHINGTON, DC FIXING THE World Trade Organisation (WTO) is not enough for Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the first woman and first African to lead it. On February 15th, the day she was …

What's at stake for NZ in Australia’s case against China at the World Trade Organisation?

With the relationship between China and Australia souring in the past six months, New Zealand’s response will need to be nuanced and careful, but also principled. First and foremost, we must ensure the dispute between two of our main trading partners stays …

US Torpedoes WTO Panel on ‘Made in China’ Labels for Hong Kong Products

Business 19:52 GMT 25.01.2021Get short URL Influential foreign policy think tanks in Washington are putting heavy pressure on newly-minted US President Joe Biden not to shred his predecessor’s “get tough” approach on China, which has included sanctions, …

Biden treads carefully around Trump’s combative trade policy

WASHINGTON  — In his first weeks in office, President Joe Biden has wasted no time in dumping a batch of major Trump administration policies. He rejoined the Paris climate agreement. He ended a ban on travelers from mostly Muslim countries. He canceled the …

The Latest: UN Security Council demands COVID cease-fire

UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. Security Council unanimously approved a resolution Friday demanding that all warring parties immediately institute a “sustained humanitarian pause” to enable the unhindered delivery of COVID-19 vaccines and the vaccination of …

The Latest: New Orleans loosens some virus restrictions

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans’ mayor says coronavirus pandemic restrictions are being relaxed, starting Friday. Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s office says the past 30 days have shown a sustained decrease in case counts, transmission rate, and positivity rate. The …

Biden treads carefully around Trump's combative trade policy

President Joe Biden has wasted no time in dumping a batch of major Trump administration policies. He rejoined the Paris climate agreement. He ended a ban on travelers from mostly Muslim countries. He canceled the Keystone XL oil pipeline. He reversed a ban …

How to deal with China’s economic statecraft

As China increases its assertiveness in trade and security in Asia, it has become essential for Japan, Australia and the United States to create a united front to counter Beijing. If the three nations, which share common basic values and strategic …

China threatens 'counterstrike' after Australia condemns Beijing's assault on Hong Kong democracy

China has threatened a 'counterstrike' against Australia after Canberra condemned Beijing's mass arrest of 55 politicians and activists in Hong Kong. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lijian Zhao, who has a fake image of an Australian soldier holding …

Asian countries are learning to cope with Chinese bullying

Feb 27th 2021 HONG KONG, SEOUL and SYDNEY IF YOU ARE Australian and love lobster, it is the time to indulge. Fishermen are almost giving lobsters away off the back of their boats. High-class restaurants and banqueting halls in China once provided by far …

CORONAVIRUS: Global Virus Update: US hunts for variants; SA registers 988 new cases

Private doctors receive the Covid-19 vaccine at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town on 21 February 2021. (Photo: Gallo Images / Brenton Geach) Anthony Fauci, President Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser, suggested that the US may soon issue guidance …

Tai brings new trade approach

By GAVIN BADE  02/01/2021 10:00 AM EST Updated 02/01/2021 01:09 PM EST 2021-02-01T01:09-0500 With help from Doug Palmer and Steven Overly Editor’s Note: Weekly Trade is a weekly version of POLITICO Pro’s daily Trade policy newsletter, …

Liz Truss makes de-escalating trade disputes with US a top priority

Trade minister Liz Truss has said she will make it her top priority to de-escalate trade disputes over steel and aircraft subsidies with the United States. Speaking at this year’s virtual Davos summit, Truss said countries must “resist protectionism”, and …

Dramatic Market Adjustment Continues

Rising rates continue to spur a rotation and retreat in stocks. Yesterday the NASDAQ sold-off by nearly 2.5% while the Dow Jones Industrials eked out a minor gain. Equities are mostly higher in the Asia Pacific region while Japanese markets were on holiday …

China wants Biden to make the first move to thaw tensions. It could be a long wait

Loading Both the Democrats and Republicans share a conviction that China is a competitor to America’s economic, technological and geopolitical leadership that has to be contained. Both the parties regard China’s treatment of the Uighurs and Hong Kong as …

The US Army to give an update on the next-generation combat vehicle at Future Armoured Vehicles Weapon Systems 2021

SMi Group Reports: Brigadier General Richard Coffman of the US Army Futures Command will be giving a key briefing at the virtual conference in June. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The US Army is looking for …

KMH Peace Foundation, Seoul with partners pledges PPE Equipment to the people of Afghanistan through Massoud Foundation

KMH Peace Foundation from South Korea along with its strategic Korean partners pledges PPE Equipment to the people of Afghanistan through Massoud Foundation NAMDAEMUN, SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- KMH Peace Foundation …

Rail Transport Is The Most Sustainable Means Of Transporting Goods Over Land – This Drives The Intermodals Industry

The Business Research Company’s Intermodals Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, and strategies …

Operating Systems Industry Grows With Increased Demand For Computer Systems

The Business Research Company’s Operating Systems Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, and …

Partnerships And Collaborations Are Gaining Popularity In The Prepaid Card Market

The Business Research Company’s Prepaid Card Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, and strategies …

On International Women’s Day, UNODC (Listen First) Call for Gender and Social Equity to Prevent Substance Use

On a day that celebrates women’s achievements, the United Nations Office on Drug & Crime’s ‘Listen First’ campaign is creating materials to help. PARIS, FRANCE, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The roots of International Women’s Day go …

Journée internationale des femmes: l’ONUDC et Écoutez d’abord appellent à l’égalité des sexes et l’équité sociale

L’initiative Écoutez d’abord de l’Office des Nations unies contre la drogue & le crime célèbre la lutte des femmes pour la parité en créant de nouveaux outils. PARIS, LA FRANCE, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Journée internationale …

GoMobile Tires Boost Mobile Service Globally

–GoMobile Tires, the fastest-growing mobile tire service in the US, accelerates the brand's strategy with an expansion into the United Arab Emirates (UAE). PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GoMobile …

DID YOU KNOW THAT OVER 209,000 BLACK SOLDIERS FOUGHT IN THE CIVIL WAR?

Youth for Human Rights holds discussion on the vital role of Black soldiers and Frederick Douglass in the Civil War, and the fight against modern-day slavery. WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara Welcomes Attorney Jason P. Jones to its Estate and Trust Practice in Florida

BOCA RATON , FLORIDA , USA, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC (PLDO) announced that Jason P. Jones has joined the firm’s Estate and Trust Planning, Administration and Litigation Team as Senior Counsel in …

Akoin TAN Agents activating entrepreneurs in Mwale City and beyond

The Trusted Agent Network is a company created by the founders of BitMinutes, one of Akoin’s strategic partners. ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Akoin (AKN), the digital asset platform and cryptocurrency …

GoodFirms Reveals the Reliable List of Advertising Agencies for Varied Industries - 2021

GoodFirms features the most excellent list of advertising companies with authentic ratings and reviews. WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today advertising has become a significant aspect of every …

SpinCar Recognized with AWA Automotive Website Awards for the Fifth Consecutive Year

SpinCar's F&I Advantage and Damage Tagging products took top honors in the Digital Marketing and Website Merchandising categories. BOCA RATON, FLORIDA, USA, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SpinCar, the global leader in digital …

OCI IS INUNDATED WITH BUSINESS FROM LARGE CORPORATIONS WANTING TO DIVERSIFY FROM GREENSILL

Pandemonium in the market has led to a rush of interest in alternative options. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the current news that Greensill Capital is potentially facing insolvency after funds are suspended, …

Canada-Romania Partnership in Nuclear Technologies Event

March 2 & 3, 2021 the OCNI, ROMATOM, Nuclearelectrica and the Embassy of Canada to Romania held the “Canada-Romania Partnership in Nuclear Technologies” event. PICKERING, ON, CANADA, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the course of …

International Baccalaureate Appoints Olli-Pekka Heinonen as eighth Director General

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND , March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It is with great pleasure that the International Baccalaureate (IB) Board of Governors announces the appointment of Mr Olli-Pekka Heinonen as its next Director General of the IB. Mr …

Vending Machine Operators Implement IoT, AI, Big Data For Optimization Of Their Products

The Business Research Company’s Vending Machine Operators Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, …

The Wave Of Companies Preferring To Use E-Commerce Platforms Drives The Business-to-Business Electronic Industry

The Business Research Company’s Business-to-Business Electronic Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, …

Feed Processing Equipment Industry Driven By Growing Livestock Population And Its Need For Feed

The Business Research Company’s Feed Processing Equipment Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, …

Apps, Automation, And AI Boost The Efficiency Of The Dry Bulk Materials Industry

The Business Research Company’s Dry Bulk Materials Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 3, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, and …