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Greenpeace activists in Geneva slam TISA
Greenpeace activists protest in front of the US mission in Geneva.Greenpeace activists protest in front of the US mission in Geneva.
Thousands march in Brussels against free trade deals
Thousands of protesters have marched through Brussels to demonstrate against two planned free trade deals.Thousands of protesters have marched through Brussels to demonstrate against two planned free trade deals.
German SPD back CETA deal
Germany’s Social Democrats have finally given their backing to a trade deal between the EU and Canada.Germany’s Social Democrats have finally given their backing to a trade deal between the EU and Canada.
Crucial German vote looms on huge CETA trade deal
Opponents of the parallel CETA and TTIP agreements organised mass protests in seven cities across Germany on Saturday.Opponents of the parallel CETA and TTIP agreements organised mass protests in seven cities across Germany on Saturday.
G20 ends with pledge on trade and promise to fight protectionism
The balance sheet from the latest G20 meeting, President Barack Obama’s last, appears to be a thin one.The balance sheet from the latest G20 meeting, President Barack Obama’s last, appears to be a thin one.
'TTIP has failed', Germany's Vice-Chancellor says
Talks over the so-called Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership – or TTIP – between Europe and the US have essentially failed, but ‘nobody is really admitting it’‘, Germany’s economy ministerTalks over the so-called Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership – or TTIP – between Europe and the US have essentially failed, but ‘nobody is really admitting it’‘, Germany’s economy minister
European Commission bows to pressure over trade deal with Canada
The European Union’s free trade agreement with Canada has been put on a slow track for approval requiring ratification by the bloc’s national parliaments.The European Union’s free trade agreement with Canada has been put on a slow track for approval requiring ratification by the bloc’s national parliaments.
S&P cuts European Union's credit rating
Standard & Poor's has cut its long-term credit rating on the European Union to 'AA' from 'AA+' because of concerns about the unity of the bloc after Brexit.Standard & Poor's has cut its long-term credit rating on the European Union to 'AA' from 'AA+' because of concerns about the unity of the bloc after Brexit.
Obama stands by 'back of queue' warning on post-Brexit UK trade deal
President Obama has stood by his comment that Britain will move to the back of the queue post-Brexit when it comes to trade deals with the United States.President Obama has stood by his comment that Britain will move to the back of the queue post-Brexit when it comes to trade deals with the United States.
EU to make online shopping easier with ban on geo-blocking
The European Commission has unveiled proposals which would make it easier for customers in the EU to buy online from other member countries.The European Commission has unveiled proposals which would make it easier for customers in the EU to buy online from other member countries.
Rome protesters march against planned EU-US free trade deal
Protesters took to the streets of Rome on Saturday to say ‘No’ to TTIP, the sweeping free trade deal being negotiated between the European Union andProtesters took to the streets of Rome on Saturday to say ‘No’ to TTIP, the sweeping free trade deal being negotiated between the European Union and
'Misleading at best and flat out wrong at worst' US reacts to Greenpeace TTIP leak
Greenpeace has released leaked secret TTIP negotiation documents that show the US is applying pressure on the EU to weaken EU protection laws on the environment and public health.Greenpeace has released leaked secret TTIP negotiation documents that show the US is applying pressure on the EU to weaken EU protection laws on the environment and public health.
Greenpeace leaks secret TTIP documents as US-EU trade talks spark protest
Greenpeace has released leaked secret TTIP negotiation documents that show the US is applying pressure on the EU to weaken European protection laws on the environment and public health.Greenpeace has released leaked secret TTIP negotiation documents that show the US is applying pressure on the EU to weaken European protection laws on the environment and public health.
US piles on pressure in trade talks with EU
The US has been putting pressure on the European Union to scrap or change environmental and health legislation in trade talks according to leakedThe US has been putting pressure on the European Union to scrap or change environmental and health legislation in trade talks according to leaked
TTIP trade deal faces growing anger and opposition on both sides of the Atlantic
Thousands took to the streets in Hanover over the weekend to demonstrate against the proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership deal or TTIP.Thousands took to the streets in Hanover over the weekend to demonstrate against the proposed Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership deal or TTIP.
Italy's Renzi visits Iran in bid to renew trade ties
The Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi has begun a two-day trip to Iran, the highest-ranking European leader to visit since world powers stuck aThe Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi has begun a two-day trip to Iran, the highest-ranking European leader to visit since world powers stuck a
US-Cuba relations 'moving forward' despite deep divisions
On the two biggest sticking points, the economy and human rights, neither leader appeared to give any ground at a press conference following bilateral talks, but both Obama and Castro remained positivOn the two biggest sticking points, the economy and human rights, neither leader appeared to give any ground at a press conference following bilateral talks, but both Obama and Castro remained positiv
European carmakers report strong February sales figures
New car sales in Europe jumped by 14% in February, the 30th straight month of growth. Only the Greek and Dutch markets declined. Even VolkswagenNew car sales in Europe jumped by 14% in February, the 30th straight month of growth. Only the Greek and Dutch markets declined. Even Volkswagen
IMF says Ivory Coast close to hitting growth targets
The IMF says the Ivory Coast economy continues to grow and will post 8.5% this year, a tad down on last year’s 8.6%. Inflation is also forecast toThe IMF says the Ivory Coast economy continues to grow and will post 8.5% this year, a tad down on last year’s 8.6%. Inflation is also forecast to
EU and Cuba normalise relations ahead of historic Obama visit
Just days before President Obama visits Cuba, the European Union has normalised relations with the Communist-run island. Hosted by President RaulJust days before President Obama visits Cuba, the European Union has normalised relations with the Communist-run island. Hosted by President Raul
Apple sees iPhone sales 'falter'
China’s slowdown is even having an impact on technology giant Apple. The company has forecast its first revenue drop in 13 years and reported itsChina’s slowdown is even having an impact on technology giant Apple. The company has forecast its first revenue drop in 13 years and reported its
France's Hollande rounds off India trip with fighter jet deal agreed but not finalised
French President Francois Hollande has rounded off a trip to India, attending a parade in New Delhi to commemorate Republic Day alongside his hostFrench President Francois Hollande has rounded off a trip to India, attending a parade in New Delhi to commemorate Republic Day alongside his host
Italy and Iran sign business deals, Rouhani says boosting economy will beat extremism
Italy and Iran sign billions of euros of business deals at the start of a Europe visit by Iran's President Rouhani to rebuild ties with the West after years of economic sanctions.Italy and Iran sign billions of euros of business deals at the start of a Europe visit by Iran's President Rouhani to rebuild ties with the West after years of economic sanctions.
Iran sanctions lifted: what it means
Here is a summary of the actions which have followed the declaration from the UN’s nuclear watchdog that Iran is fulfilling its obligations under aHere is a summary of the actions which have followed the declaration from the UN’s nuclear watchdog that Iran is fulfilling its obligations under a
China's exports up for December
A boost for China’s exports came in data for December which showed a rise of 2.3 percent from a year ago in yuan-denominated terms. Forecasts wereA boost for China’s exports came in data for December which showed a rise of 2.3 percent from a year ago in yuan-denominated terms. Forecasts were
Oil prices hit lowest in 11 years
Oil prices have hit their lowest in over 11 years as the diplomatic fall out between Saudi Arabia and Iran has killed speculation that OPEC membersOil prices have hit their lowest in over 11 years as the diplomatic fall out between Saudi Arabia and Iran has killed speculation that OPEC members
European markets fall after decline in Chinese shares
Welcome to 2016 and a rude surprise on the trading floor for those who thought there might be a quiet start to the New Year. What’s been describedWelcome to 2016 and a rude surprise on the trading floor for those who thought there might be a quiet start to the New Year. What’s been described
China-North Korea trade zone fails to get off the ground
It is supposed to be a key economic gateway to reclusive North Korea. But two months after its opening, business activity in a trade zone of theIt is supposed to be a key economic gateway to reclusive North Korea. But two months after its opening, business activity in a trade zone of the
The struggle to keep Colombia's coffee revenue flowing
The 82nd National Coffee Growers Congress held in early December in Bogota took into account the difficulties facing the sector. Colombia is theThe 82nd National Coffee Growers Congress held in early December in Bogota took into account the difficulties facing the sector. Colombia is the
UK and India sign deals worth 12.7 billion euros during Modi visit
Britain and India have signed business deals worth more than nine billion pounds (12.7 billion euros) during a visit to the UK by Indian PrimeBritain and India have signed business deals worth more than nine billion pounds (12.7 billion euros) during a visit to the UK by Indian Prime