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India–Bangladesh Textile Pact of July 20, 2025: A Strategic Stitch in South Asian Trade Relations On July 20, 2025, India and Bangladesh signed a landmark bilateral trade agreement focused on textiles and jute, marking a significant shift in regional economic cooperation. The pact includes India’s decision to lower duties on Bangladeshi garments, a move welcomed…

U.S.–China Trade Truce: A Strategic Pause in a Global Economic Chess Match On July 21, 2025, the United States and China two titans of global commerce announced a 90-day trade truce, formalizing terms negotiated in Geneva earlier that year. This agreement, while temporary, represents a critical inflection point in a trade war that has reshaped…

From Steel to Pharmaceuticals: UK–Vietnam Trade Enters a New Era As the global economy shifts and countries redefine their partnerships, the United Kingdom and Vietnam have taken a decisive step forward. On July 18, 2025, a landmark agreement saw the UK lower tariffs on Vietnamese steel and electronics, while Vietnam began granting broader access to…

Japan–U.S. Trade Deal Signed July 22, 2025 On July 22, 2025, Washington and Tokyo announced a landmark agreement designed to replace looming 25 percent auto tariffs with a more moderate 15 percent duty on Japanese imports, in exchange for sweeping investment pledges and fresh market openings. The pact aims to provide stability for Japanese exporters,…

Nestled in Ontario’s rugged Muskoka region, Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville is playing host to a high-impact, multi-day event: the Council of the Federation Summer Meeting, held July 21–23, 2025. This isn’t just another political networking event it’s a battleground of ideas, anxieties, and aspirations, as Canada’s premiers seek unified solutions to some of the country’s…

As the world witnesses a paradigm shift in globalization, the upcoming India–UK Mini Deal is a milestone that blends economic pragmatism with strategic ambition. Slated for signing in July 2025 during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to London, this compact but powerful trade agreement sets the stage for deeper cooperation between two countries that…

Canada–New Zealand Dairy Dispute: A Full Analysis I. Historical Context: Canada’s Dairy Supply Management System Canada’s dairy sector is governed by a supply management system that dates back to the 1970s. It was designed to stabilize prices, ensure predictable income for farmers, and avoid overproduction. The system rests on three pillars: This system has been…

A Defining Shift in Trade Doctrine On July 16, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney made headlines across North America by announcing a robust package of steel tariffs designed to shield Canada’s domestic industry from global instability. With Canada’s trade environment strained by foreign competition, U.S. protectionism, and shifting international alliances, this move was not simply…

On 17 July 2025, the United Kingdom and Germany signed the Kensington Treaty, a sweeping bilateral agreement that redefines their post-Brexit relationship. This treaty is not merely a trade pact—it’s a strategic framework for economic resilience, defense cooperation, migration control, and technological leadership. Signed by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz,…

Indonesia / U.S. tariff deal Overview of the New Trade Agreement In July 2025, Indonesia and the United States finalized a bilateral trade deal after direct negotiations between Presidents Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump. This agreement was forged under pressure Trump had threatened a steep 32% tariff on Indonesian goods starting August 1. The deal…