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If countries like India, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, South Korea, and Taiwan don’t finalize trade agreements with the U.S. by August 1, they’ll face steep tariffs ranging from 25% to 50%. These tariffs will apply to a wide range of goods, including: The U.S. will also begin collecting these tariffs immediately, with no further grace period.…
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Can the U.S. Department of State – European Union Trade Pact Spark a Transatlantic Business Renaissance? The newly signed U.S.–EU trade agreement marks a seismic shift in global commerce. With a 15% flat tariff on most EU exports to the U.S., and zero tariffs on U.S. goods entering the EU, the deal unlocks unprecedented opportunities…
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The U.S.–EU trade deal locks in a uniform 15% tariff on all EU-origin goods entering the United States and eliminates duties on every American export bound for the 27-nation bloc. In return, the EU commits to purchasing $750 billion in U.S. energy products, investing $600 billion across U.S. infrastructure and technology projects, and streamlining defense…
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In a landmark ceremony at Chequers, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed a £6 billion free trade agreement, concluding over three years of negotiations. This pact is the largest trade deal Britain has signed since Brexit, and it signals a bold pivot toward high-growth economies and strategic alliances. Summary:…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…