Posts Tagged ‘ trade ’

Detroit automakers say ‘no’ to Japan joining trade talks (Reuters)

February 4, 2012
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Reuters – Detroit automakers are urging President Barack Obama to reject Japan’s bid to join talks on a regional free trade agreement, the head of an automotive group representing GM, Ford and Chrysler said on Thursday. (rwad on here …) Related items China holds fire over Obama before regional summit (Reuters) In Michigan, Obama...

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Hong Kong To Foster Ties With ASEAN Countries

February 4, 2012
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According to the Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore, Fong Ngai, Hong Kong will continue to make the most of its "China advantage" and global connectivity to foster economic ties with Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries in 2012. (read the story …) Related items Thai-ASEAN News Network...

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International Hardware Fair Cologne 2012: A Whole New Expression of Taiwan Ingenuity

February 3, 2012
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The Taiwan External Trade Development Council is pleased to announce that it will be leading a group of companies from Taiwan to participate in the much-awaited hardware t (get the story…) Related items Taiwan Boosts Trade Relations With Gambia Through The Gambia Trade Fair 2011 Pakistan closes in on EU trade concessions Indonesia Economy...

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Australia’s Record 2011 Trade Surplus Bolsters Currency: Economy

February 3, 2012
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Australia’s trade surplus soared to a record in 2011 on coal and iron ore shipments, sending the local currency to a five-month high. (read the story …) Related items Australia’s Trade Surplus in November Unexpectedly Narrows China May Add to Reserve-Ratio Cuts as Exports Weaken on Europe China’s exports weaken, import growth rises (AP)...

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Hong Kong says economy slowed in 2011

February 1, 2012
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Hong Kong's economic growth fell further in the final quarter of 2012 as global trade weakened, and the government forecast an anemic expansion this year. (the story here…) Related items Australia to host G20 summit in 2014 EU banks halt Iran grain trade finance -traders SA falls in bank's growth report 48 Hours: Hong...

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Pakistan closes in on EU trade concessions

January 31, 2012
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DHAKA – Pakistan, whose economy was devastated in 2010 as floods swept the country, has gained some ground as it attempts to get its hands on a trade-concession package promised by the European Union in response to the disaster, with Bangladesh withdrawing its opposition following changes to the initial proposal. (get the story…) Related...

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India's richest shrine goes green

January 31, 2012
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India's richest shrine goes into carbon credit trade (read more…) Related items Malaysia attractive for high-tech, knowledge-driven companies Malaysia an attractive investment destination India Stumbles; Indonesia Rises Nokia ready to support LTE technology in India Europe Losing Edge in Carbon Capture Technology

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China loses WTO appeal on exports

January 31, 2012
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The World Trade Organization’s appeals panel upholds a ruling that China broke trade rules by restricting exports of some raw materials. (read the story…) Related items WTO: China unfairly limits export of raw materials (AP) Japan's 1st Trade Deficit in 30 Years China microbloggers up four-fold Australia’s Trade Surplus in November Unexpectedly Narrows Will...

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WTO: China unfairly limits export of raw materials (AP)

January 31, 2012
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AP – The World Trade Organization ruled Monday that China unfairly limited exports of nine raw materials to protect domestic manufacturers. (rwad on here …) Related items China loses WTO appeal on exports China May Add to Reserve-Ratio Cuts as Exports Weaken on Europe China’s exports weaken, import growth rises (AP) Detroit automakers say...

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Asia-Pacific a top foreign policy priority, says Russia

January 30, 2012
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The Asia-Pacific region has become a top foreign policy priority for Russia as it seeks to build regional security through further trade and investment liberalisation to forge economic integration. ….. (rwad on here …) Related items U.S. has "no desire" for new military bases in Asia: admiral (Reuters) Ford sees Asia region 2011 loss...

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