EU and Mercosur Seal Historic Free Trade Pact After 25 Years
EU and Mercosur sign a landmark free trade agreement after 25 years of talks, removing tariffs on 90% of trade; ratification is pending with entry by end of 2026.
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Irish PM Urges Free Trade, Opposes Tariffs in Beijing Visit
During his China visit (Jan 4-8), Irish PM Micheal Martin emphasized deeper ties, opposed tariffs, and called for free trade and stronger Ireland-China and China-EU cooperation.
China and GCC Eye Final Step for Long-Awaited Free Trade Deal
China says a free trade deal with GCC states is within reach after Wang Yi’s Middle East trip, marking the final stage of talks started in 2004.
Why Hainan FTP’s Special Customs Move Matters for Global Trade
Discover how Hainan Free Trade Port’s new special customs operations, launched on December 18, 2025, signal a landmark step in China’s high-standard opening-up, boosting trade and innovation island-wide.
All Eyes on Hainan: Inside the Customs Shake-Up 🌴
Discover Hainan’s new three-tier customs model, launching December 2025, and why it’s a game-changer for trade and start-ups across Asia.
Hainan FTP: Building Bridges Amid Global Shifts
Hainan FTP starts island-wide customs on Dec 18, 2025, marking China’s bold push for deeper global ties and a service-focused institutional upgrade amid deglobalization headwinds.
Former Belgian PM Says Free Trade Is as Essential as Oxygen 🌍
Former Belgian PM highlights the vital importance of free trade, comparing it to oxygen essential for life.