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A major meeting between UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev at Baku’s Presidential Palace marks a milestone for bolstered cooperation. The visit, underscored by warm exchanges and shared visions, deeply cements UAE-Azerbaijan bond. Climate Change and COP29 The impending UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) dominated discussions, with Sheikh Mohamed expressing confidence in Azerbaijan’s hosting capabilities. The UAE Consensus from COP28, aiming for accelerated climate action and sustainable development, remains a cornerstone for these discussions. Dynamic Bilateral Relations Sheikh Mohamed shed light on the rapid evolution of UAE-Azerbaijan connections across diverse sectors.…

Tuesday witnessed Prime Minister Narendra Modi launching the Vibrant Gujarat Global Trade Show 2024, heralding the commencement of the event’s tenth edition. This year’s summit, sprawled over 2 lakh square meters at the Helipad Ground Exhibition Centre, boasts an array of exhibition halls showcasing global innovations. A total of 20 countries are showcasing their industries, marking a significant leap in international participation. Prime Minister Modi, along with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other esteemed dignitaries, embarked on a detailed exploration of the exhibition shortly after his 3 pm arrival. This tour forms part of his three-day Gujarat visit. Local…

Russia’s recent declaration underscores a strategic vision for deepening its relationship with India, focusing on elevating bilateral ties and diversifying trade. Denis Alipov, the Russian Ambassador to India, detailed these goals at the ‘International Turbulence: Challenges and Opportunities for India-Russia Relations’ event in New Delhi. Ambassador Alipov underscored the necessity of broadening trade dynamics and rectifying trade imbalances, presenting an opportunity for mutual growth. “At the moment (Russia’s) prime goal is to underpin the emerging opportunities of cooperation and achieve a new level of our bilateral ties. We are aiming at diversifying bilateral trade and correcting its imbalances, which are…

Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan embark on a remarkable journey, blending economic partnership with digital innovation, through the creation of UzKazTrade, a joint online trading platform. This initiative, rooted in a January 5 discussion between trade ministers Laziz Kudratov of Uzbekistan and Arman Shakkaliev of Kazakhstan, aligns with a roadmap signed by the presidents of both nations a year earlier, symbolizing a new era in Central Asian commerce. The UzKazTrade platform, an embodiment of collaborative digital commerce, emerges as a joint foreign trade company. This venture aims to diversify the array of goods available in both markets, showcasing the potential of digital…

As 2024 dawns, the 45th anniversary of China-US establishing diplomatic ties as a significant milestone. This juncture offers a prime opportunity for both nations to reflect and strategize for a progressive bilateral relationship. The past 45 years witnessed fluctuating dynamics in China-US relations, yet the overall trajectory has been one of advancement. This narrative serves as a powerful reminder: mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation remain key to thriving international partnerships. The genesis of diplomatic relations between China and the US in the late 20th century rested on the principle of mutual respect, coupled with a focus on shared…

The Indonesian embassy in Phnom Penh has announced a notable milestone in Indonesia-Cambodia trade relations, with bilateral trade figures soaring close to $1 billion. By November 2023, Indonesia secured its position as Cambodia’s 6th largest trading partner, registering a trade volume of $965.24 million. This impressive achievement was a key topic during a meeting on January 3 between Indonesian Ambassador Santo Darmosumarto and Cambodian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sok Chenda Sophea. The embassy underscored the significance of this growth, stating, “This figure represents a substantial increase and is a testament to the growing economic cooperation between the…

Elevating their economic relationship, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have resolved to amplify bilateral trade and boost investment in pivotal sectors. This decision emerged from a strategic meeting held in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Dr. Gohar Ejaz (HI, SI), representing Pakistan as the Minister for Commerce, Industries, and Investment, engaged with his UAE counterpart, Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade. Their discussions revolved around expanding trade volumes and identifying lucrative opportunities for UAE investment in Pakistan, focusing particularly on services and logistics. The investment landscape identified includes infrastructural enhancements at ports and aviation…

The US-Russia trade relations have been marked by a consistent decline, as highlighted in the latest annual report from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. This downturn in bilateral trade, coupled with strained relations, presents a complex challenge as the U.S. grapples with Russia’s deviation from the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) foundational principles such as national treatment, freer trade, predictability, transparency, and fair competition. Over the past decade, U.S.-Russia trade witnessed significant flux, with imports and exports fluctuating yet ultimately dropping. U.S. imports from Russia have fallen by 50.6 percent, and exports have decreased by 57.9 percent. This sharp…

India’s auto industry is now a major player on the international stage, attracting significant attention from nations eager to establish free trade agreements (FTAs) with the country. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal recently underscored this growing interest, particularly regarding ongoing FTA discussions with key global economies like the United Kingdom (UK). India’s Auto: An Expansive Powerhouse Barthwal emphasized India’s vast capabilities in auto manufacturing, covering a range from vehicle assembly to the full value chain. The industry has shown remarkable growth in areas such as auto-grade steel production, component manufacturing, and tire production, with successful exports to international markets. Electric Vehicles:…

Kemi Badenoch, UK’s Business and Trade Secretary, embarks on a critical journey to Istanbul, Turkey, setting the stage for transformative trade discussions. This proactive step precedes the launch of negotiations for an upgraded UK and Turkey trade agreement, with a sharp focus on services trade. Economic Ties Enter New Era The trade dynamics between the UK and Turkey have flourished, registering a robust 17% growth, amounting to £26.2 billion as of June 2023. The existing trade deal, primarily covering goods, now eyes expansion into uncharted territories of services, digital, and data – sectors vital to modern commerce. Agenda: Engagements and…