Global supply chains (GSCs) – which account for around 70 percent of international trade – are often referred to as the backbone of the world economy. As tensions rise between major powers—especially the United States and China – many commentators fear for the future of GSC’s and hence the world economy. Such projections overlook how geopolitical rivalries have stimulated […]| Developing Economics
The US president wants a 'big deal' after this week's much anticipated meeting, but taking on all the issues at once is doomed to fail| Responsible Statecraft
By Fen Osler Hampson October 28, 2025 U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision Thursday night to abruptly end trade talks with […]| Policy Magazine
TOKYO, Japan– Continuing his trade mission, Governor Greg Gianforte was joined by Director Jillien Streit promoting Montana’s high-quality commodities and growing industries meeting with Japanese trade and industry leaders. “Japan has long been a critical market for Montana products, and we continue to see strong opportunities for wheat, beef, and advanced industries,” Gov. Gianforte said. […] The post Gov. Gianforte Promotes Montana Wheat, Beef, and Emerging Industries in Japan app...| Morning Ag Clips
The trade war between the U.S. and China is turning into an MMA-style cage match. President Donald Trump just announced 100% tariffs on Chinese-made goods, while President Xi Jinping has slapped a near 100% ban on critical minerals from China into the U.S. Xi’s move makes the heart of the conflict clear: The ultimate winner […]| Washington Examiner
One of my pet peeves is getting solicited for campaign cash by a candidate for office—especially federal office—only to find out that said candidate’s website has no issues page. The art of legislating may be dead but anyone running to enact laws needs to be able to put forth some detailed policy priorities with specifics as to how they would accomplish these goals. Too often today, candidates insult voters by giving descriptions of the problems their would-be constituents are confronti...| Barn Raiser
The Canadian Cattle Association is asking the federal government to rescind a bridge trade agreement between Canada and the U.K. based on the latter’s refusal to accept Canadian beef and pork.| The Western ProducerThe Western Producer
The president and his surrogates have been solidifying a framework for an agreement ahead of Trump's meeting with the Chinese leader on Thursday.| Sourcing Journal
OPINION | For a diversified trade strategy to succeed, Canada must pursue markets that are rapidly moving toward clean energy The post Canada needs strong climate policy to be competitive in countries beyond the U.S. appeared first on Corporate Knights.| Corporate Knights
China tariffs are expected to stay at a temporary 30 percent rate as the US and China are likely to extend trade talks for the third time.| WWD
State of the Union: The deal, whose details have yet to be finalized, will end the ongoing trade war between the two superpowers. The post U.S., China Agree to Trade Deal Framework appeared first on The American Conservative.| The American Conservative
The following is the full text of President Ronald Reagan’s weekly radio address, delivered from Camp David, on April 25, […]| Policy Magazine
The global economy is holding its breath as reports suggest the United States and China are on the verge of finalizing a new trade deal—one that could mark a dramatic shift in the post-COVID economic order. According to Bloomberg, the agreement’s framework has been ironed out and now awaits the signatures of President Donald Trump […] The post US-China Trade Deal Is Ready for Trump and Xi to Approve appeared first on based underground.| based underground
Reading Time: < 1minute Minister RJ Sigurdson visited Mexico as part of the Canadian delegation to the 2025 Tri-National Agricultural Accord. The post Alberta Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation travels to summit in Mexico to enhance trade relations between Canada, U.S. and Mexico appeared first on Alberta Farmer Express.| Alberta Farmer ExpressAlberta Farmer Express
U.S. president announced that trade talks with Canada are ‘hereby terminated’ over social media Oct. 23. Move comes after Ontario ad invoking former president Ronald Reagan. The post Trump calls off trade talks with Canada appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorManitoba Co-operator
Durand Line closures have pushed up prices of essential goods in Afghanistan and Pakistan, with tomatoes now costing five times more in Pakistan since fighting broke out between the two South Asian neighbours this month. Durand Line crossings have remained closed since October 11, following ground fighting and Pakistani airstrikes across the line that killed […] The post Durand Line closures push up prices of essentials such as tomatoes first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.| Ariana News | Afghanistan News
The following is the text of remarks made by Thomas d’Aquino at the Symposium on China-Canada Relations on October 24, […]| Policy Magazine
The Co-operator article ‘Canola or cars? Canada can’t save both’ is bang on, the author writes.| Manitoba Co-operator
Forecasts by a major Canadian farm lender featured good and bad news on the financial health of both farmers and Canadians at large.| The Western ProducerFarm and Ranch Living Stories | The Western Producer
Canadian Cattle Association cites little effort to fix ‘non-tariff barriers,’ which they say have already been a problem for getting Canadian beef market access to the U.K. The post Cattle group asks Canada to break off U.K. trade agreement appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorLivestock & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
The 1987 radio address by former U.S. President Ronald Reagan at the centre of a new U.S.-Canada row was a defence of free but fair trade.| The Western Producer
President Donald Trump wasted no time putting America’s interests first when he shut down all trade talks with Canada late Thursday. The move came after Ontario’s government rolled out an ad campaign twisting words from Ronald Reagan to bash tariffs—the very tools Trump relies on to shield U.S. workers from foreign dumping. Ontario Premier Doug […] The post Trump Halts Trade Negotiations With Canada Over Doug Ford’s Manipulation of Reagan Clip appeared first on based underground.| based underground
Asia’s global value chains face geopolitical and technological challenges, requiring a balance of openness, diversification, and digital innovation to maintain competitiveness and navigate fragmented global markets. This article was originally published here: How Asia Can Thrive in the New Age of Global Value Chains?| Thailand Business News
Donald Trump's tariff war alienated allies, providing China an opportunity to strengthen international influence. Beijing's aggressive tactics now challenge Western dominance and expand its global economic and political reach. This article was originally published here: China’s Rare Earth Move Escalates Trade War Stakes| Thailand Business News
The AANZFTA agreement, modernized with the Second Protocol, enhances digital trade, streamlines customs, and lowers costs for regional businesses.| Thailand Business News
Key Events HCMC Finalizes Key Party Positions Before National Congress; Vietnam Airlines Confirms Massive Data Breach Affecting 7.3 Million Customers; Việt Nam Faces Major Export Losses as Philippines Prolongs Rice Import Ban; Hà Nội Export Economy In Danger as Trump Targets Its Export| The Vietnamese Magazine
Canadian Cattle Association cites little effort to fix ‘non-tariff barriers,’ which they say have already been a problem for getting Canadian beef market access to the U.K.| The Western ProducerLivestock Production, Trades & Disease | The Western Prod...
Workers at Teesside Freeport’s flagship project, SeAH Wind, have voted to go on strike The post Strike action at the heart of the UK’s largest freeport first appeared on North East Bylines.| North East Bylines
The U.S.’s global trade advantage on agriculture products is eroding and the deficit is expected to grow, says a University of Illinois study The post U.S. agricultural trade slipping: report appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorManitoba Co-operator
(Substack)—President Trump has laid out a clear path forward for stronger economic ties with India, one that prioritizes American interests| Economic Collapse Report
On Tuesday, Westward Whiskey announced that a group of private investors purchased the majority of its assets, rescuing the American single-malt brand from bankruptcy. Based in Portland, Ore., Westward Whiskey was established by Thomas Mooney in 2004 as House Spirits Distillery, which also produced Aviation Gin before it was acquired by Davos Brands in 2016. In 2018, Westward received an investment from Diageo-backed Distill Ventures, but in March of this year, the conglomerate announced that...| VinePair
VinePair’s list of 2025 Next Wave Awards winners is finally here. Released every fall, the Next Wave Awards recognize spirits, wine, and beer professionals who have distinguished themselves in the past year for propelling the industry forward. The awards celebrate the people and organizations creating community in their spaces, innovating in their fields, and revolutionizing drinks culture as we know it. It’s a project that we are immensely proud of, and we’re thrilled to share it with ...| VinePair
Shortly before a federal judge placed Uncle Nearest, Inc. into receivership last month, he offered a frank assessment of the business acumen of the liquor firm’s husband-and-wife co-founders Fawn and Keith Weaver. “It looks like you’re out over your skis,” said the Hon. Charles E. Atchley. As far as euphemisms go, it was a pretty generous way to describe over $100 million in defaulted loans. But the point is salient, and widely applicable within the world of beverage alcohol. The arti...| VinePair
“You know when you meet somebody on the street, you ask them ‘How are you doing today?’” Dan Carey, the co-founder of Wisconsin’s beloved New Glarus Brewing Co., told me on a 2024 episode of VinePair’s award-winning “Taplines” podcast. “At a Craft Brewers Conference, it [used to be] ‘How much are you up this year?’ It was a game to say, ‘Oh, we’re up 10 percent,’ ‘Well, we’re up 80 percent!’” “Brewers don’t ask that anymore,” he added, chuckling wryly...| VinePair
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday expressed caution after a newspaper reported he might soon sign a trade deal on steel and aluminum with the U.S., saying “I wouldn’t overplay it.” The post Carney cautious about report of potential Canadian trade deal with U.S. appeared first on Alberta Farmer Express.| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest News Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
Reading Time: 3minutes Canada wants trade in southeast Asia, but experts say more focus, commitment and consistent presence in the ASEAN region is needed. The post Canada needs presence to break into Asia-Pacific trade: speakers appeared first on Alberta Farmer Express.| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest News Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
Canada offered tariff relief on some steel and aluminum products imported from the U.S. and China, a government document showed, in efforts to help domestic businesses battered by a trade war on two fronts. The post Canada offers tariff relief to some steel, aluminum products from U.S., China appeared first on Alberta Farmer Express.| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest News Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
The Washington Capitals have traded forward Beck Malenstyn to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for a second-round draft selection (43rd overall) in…| RMNB
Canada offered tariff relief on some steel and aluminum products imported from the U.S. and China, a government document showed, in efforts to help domestic businesses battered by a trade war on two fronts. The post Canada offers tariff relief to some steel, aluminum products from U.S., China appeared first on Grainews.| GrainewsNews & Production Tips - Grainews
Earlier this week Heath MacDonald, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development, Julio Berdegué, met to discuss bilateral relations and strengthen cooperation and trade ties between the two countries. The post Canada, Mexico look beyond U.S. as agri-food trade pact expands appeared first on Grainews.| GrainewsNews & Production Tips - Grainews
Read “Religion and Urbanity Blog” in Hindi! A series of blogposts is available in Hindi. This post is a Hindi translation by Ahmad Ali of the blog post published by Sara Keller on "The Seasons of Maritime Life".| Religion and Urbanity: Reciprocal Formations
Written by Thung-Hong Lin and Chun-Yin Lee. This article discusses the impact of China’s tightening control and U.S.–China trade tensions on Taiwanese firms. The authors find that traditional electronics firms have suffered revenue and profit declines, while high-end semiconductor companies have shown counter-cyclical growth. Ongoing tariff negotiations leave future prospects uncertain.Continue reading| Taiwan Insight
The social media conversations omit the application of clear theory from the GDP accounting equation.| Economist Writing Every Day
Explaining modern strategy through ancient Chinese economics| indi.ca
Nothing illustrates the demise of world trade agreements more than the recent dispute between the United States and China.| The Western ProducerAgriculture Market News & Market Prices | The Western Pro...
With shipments to China five times higher in five years, small producers still struggle for space and warn of environmental risks The post Chinese demand boosts Brazilian coffee exports and challenges small producers appeared first on Dialogue Earth.| Dialogue Earth
Following 16 years of negotiations, the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA (European Free Trade Association) States – Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein – will enter into force on 1 October 2025. As the first European countries to conclude a free trade agreement with India – the world’s most populous [...] The post Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein: TEPA between EFTA and India enters into force on 1 October 2025 – A key ...| Global Supply Chain Compliance
Industry minister lays out plans to bolster investment, build out key sectors| Economy | Advisor.ca
Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc still in talks on steel, aluminum and energy| Economy | Advisor.ca
Canada on Sunday announced that it cancelled a tax targeting US tech companies such as Amazon, ahead of resuming trade negotiations with the US. Talks between the countries stalled after Canada introduced…| France 24
President Donald Trump has, across two administrations, sought to lower drug prices for Americans, most recently with executive order “Delivering Most-Favored-Nation Prescription Drug Pricing to American Patients.” Margherita Colangelo explains why his order is unlikely to accomplish its goal. Read it at ProMarket >>| ProMarket
How Canada’s budget, subsidies and trade choices will shape its economic future| The Logic
Please join ITIF for an expert panel discussion on the role of Chinese e-commerce platforms in facilitating counterfeiting, what this means for U.S. competitiveness, consumer trust, and global trade, and the steps policymakers should take to safeguard American innovators and consumers.| Information Technology and Innovation Foundation Feed
With the European Commission's newly released 2025 Strategic Foresight Report—its annual guide for setting long-term policy priorities—calling for an “EU values-based innovation model” as an alternative to the "market-driven" and "Chinese state-driven" approaches, the Commission clearly has its head| Center for Data Innovation
The 2025 “South Meets North” Global Trade and Innovation Policy Alliance (GTIPA) Annual Summit will bring together leading local and international experts in Buenos Aires to exchange effective strategies in innovation-related policies.| itif.org
My history textbook claims the Silk Road was more than a trade route—it was also a channel for cultural and intellectual exchange between East and West. But after reading Marco Polo’s account, which covers a time when the Silk Road had already existed for a millennium, I’m doubtful. The geographic and linguistic barriers seem too great for ideas to travel effectively, and even Polo’s descriptions of the East are vague. Wikipedia mentions things like Buddhist temples along the Silk Roa...| Recent Questions - History Stack Exchange
The Dutch government has invoked the Goods Availability Act to take control of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor maker based in the Netherlands.| CNBC
Stock markets dropped on Trump's bellicose Truth Social post that said China is "becoming very hostile" in seeking tough export controls on rare earths.| CNBC
Following 16 years of negotiations, the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA (European Free Trade Association) States – Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein – will enter into force on 1 October 2025. As the first European countries to conclude a free trade agreement with India – the world’s most populous [...] The post Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein: TEPA between EFTA and India enters into force on 1 October 2025 – A key ...| Import and Trade Remedies Blog
On October 7th, a global panel of Baker McKenzie’s trade and customs practitioners host a webinar sharing their insights on the global state of India trade relations, as well as the trends we’re seeing with respect to India trade and opportunities these present. Topics to be covered include: The webinar will take place at 4:00 PM| Import and Trade Remedies Blog
Reading Time: 7minutesDisponible en français. The Canada–European Union (EU) Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was signed in October 2016. Since then, the Canadian and European parliaments have adopted the agreement, and 17 of the EU’s 27 member states have ratified it.... Read More › The post Ratifying the Canada–European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement: Some Recent Developments appeared first on HillNotes.| HillNotes
The focus is now on unfinished business as auto duties go unmentioned.| The Japan Times
Trade escalation comes hours after the US leader appeared to cancel a meeting with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.| South China Morning Post
The Deloitte Q3 CFO Signals report shows rising confidence (score 5.7) and 90% internal optimism. Analyze the top external risks.| The CFO
what the court actually said about Trump's tariffs| /dev/lawyer
Bangkok, Thailand — In a world increasingly defined by technological competition, the battle for global manufacturing leadership is no longer fought solely| Thailand Business News
To display this content from YouTube, you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement.| France 24
U.S. President Donald Trump has been a cold wake-up call for Canadians, and we may have to choose between maintaining our cultural values and the allure of economic integration, Laura Rance writes.| Manitoba Co-operator
When tariffs are levied against a specific country, that country might attempt to circumvent the tariff by rerouting products through a third country to avoid the higher taxes. Research in the aftermath of the 2018 U.S.-China trade war examined this phenomenon, finding that, while tariff circumvention through Vietnam did happen, it wasn’t as widespread as many had initially thought. That said, there still was an increase in tariff circumvention more broadly, and specifically via Chinese-own...| Harvard Business Review
On October 7th, a global panel of Baker McKenzie’s trade and customs practitioners host a webinar sharing their insights on the global state of India trade relations, as well as the trends we’re seeing with respect to India trade and opportunities these present. Topics to be covered include: The webinar will take place at 4:00 PM [...] The post Upcoming Webinar: India Trade and Tariffs – Global Trends and Opportunities appeared first on Global Sanctions and Export Controls Blog.| Global Sanctions and Export Controls Blog
Effective 25 September 2025, Poland has officially partially opened its border with Belarus. This move was announced by the Polish Prime Minister on 23 September 2025. From 25 September 2025, the road border crossing in Terespol (for personal movement) and Kukuryki (for commercial movement which is permitted exclusively for vehicles registered in the EU, EEA, [...] The post Poland Reopens its Border with Belarus appeared first on Global Sanctions and Export Controls Blog.| Global Sanctions and Export Controls Blog
How America is sanctioning itself into a corner| indi.ca
Canada’s new federal government needs to invest in a strategic trade plan for agriculture and agri-food. The post Trade policy matters, and Canadian agriculture needs to be on the board appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorEditorial & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
This blog post was first published on IEA Insider. Subscribe at insider.iea.org.uk The Whetstone Freedom Fund (WFF) is an international initiative founded by … Continue reading "Nigeria’s path to prosperity" The post Nigeria’s path to prosperity appeared first on Institute of Economic Affairs.| Institute of Economic Affairs
Singapore's economy is likely to face a slowdown influenced by US tariffs, while inflation is projected to stay subdued. Effective coordination between fiscal and monetary policies will be crucial in addressing external pressures.| Thailand Business News
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When agricultural economists look at the Outlook for U.S. Agricultural Trade – a quarterly report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture – they expect two parts: data tables and a written analysis explaining those numbers.| Illinois Newsroom
Policies, regulations, investment priorities and farm supports must all be examined if Canada is to pivot into the future.| The Western Producer
South Korea's economy could fall into crises rivaling its 1997 meltdown if the government accepts current U.S. demands, President Lee Jae Myung told Reuters.| CNBC
As farmers think about 2026 cropping plans, step one is to book fall fertilizer. However, those plans are leading to challenging discussions about profitability and what can be applied as a bare minimum.| AgWeb
It’s no secret that 2024 was a tough year for the craft brewing industry. But even in the face of tremendous challenges, craft brewers carry on. The Brewers Association (BA) recently released its annual production report recounting the state of the craft brewing industry in the United States. Last year, the number of craft breweries that closed outpaced the total number of brewery openings nationwide for the first time since 2005. Over the course of 2024, 529 breweries closed their doors, w...| VinePair
Written by Peter (Hung-Yao) Chu. This article explores the development of UK-Taiwan relations since the Tsai Ing-wen administration until the current William Lai administration. It suggests that Br…| Taiwan Insight
Trump's chaos and confusion demand solid daily leadership from the Liberal Party of N.L.| Commentary Archives – The Independent
Equity stakes, loophole closures, and protecting domestic industries might make sense in someone else’s hands. Not from a president with no strategy or plan.| The American Prospect
Chinese exports to the U.S. have flatlined during a period of the year when the trade would normally be peaking ahead of holiday season.| CNBC
Peak season imports into the U.S. slowed sharply in 2025, with Chinese exports plunging 27% year-over-year and carriers cutting sailings as tariffs and inventory frontloading reshape trade flows.| FreightCaviar
History has shown that geopolitical tensions lead to massive infrastructure projects around the world that can shift global trade patterns.| The Western Producer
Increasing defence spending could deliver 50,000 jobs and add £8 billion to the UK Economy.| ADS Group
Canada's trade surplus with the U.S. widened to $6.7B in July Canada's merchandise trade deficit with the world narrowed to $4.9 billion in July from $6 billion in June, according to Statistics Canada.| Advisor.ca
Consolidation is happening in green coffee trading, with increased competition, high interest rates and lower profit margins. Smaller green coffee traders will need to adapt in order to survive, either through wise financial partnerships or adapted business models.| Coffee Intelligence
“The EU is weaker today than ever due to the persistent failure” of the Commission president, the Patriots say in document seen by POLITICO.| POLITICO
Canola is a winning industry. It feeds the economy, supports thousands of families and helps keep our rural communities alive.| The Western Producer
Farm groups and commodity groups in Canada often strike a conciliatory tone, rather than aggressively criticizing the government.| The Western Producer
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO’s) 2025 summit in Tianjin produced a series of outcomes that, although modest in appearance, are strategically significant. The most prominent developments were the agreement in principle to establish an SCO Development Bank, seeded with approximately ¥2 billion in grants and a further ¥10–14 billion in concessional loans from China. The summit […]| Developing Economics
The California Prune Board (CPB) welcomes the U.S.–EU framework on reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade, as outlined in the White House joint statement. The post California Prune Board Applauds U.S. — EU Progress Toward Fair Trade Agreement appeared first on California Prunes.| California Prunes
The arguments presented in the New York Times have bolstered Trump's justification for imposing tariffs on Brazilian goods.| FAIR
With a new iPhone series set to be unveiled on 9th September, iStore is alerting customers to lock-in a trade value now.| Hypertext
It’s Trump, not Mamdani, who’s having government take over businesses.| The American Prospect
What a US sovereign wealth fund means for markets: state-backed capital reshaping risks and opportunities across key industries. The post Intel, TikTok, and a US Sovereign Wealth Fund: What It Means for Investors appeared first on CFA Institute Enterprising Investor.| CFA Institute Enterprising Investor
Of all the technical flaws in the badly broken international trade system, the one most intuitive to the layman is the race to the bottom on labor.| Compact