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Brazil

Brazil's Lula calls EU to seek 'political courage' over Mercosur deal

During a meeting with the South American bloc at Foz do Iguazu on Saturday, he regretted the postponement by the EU of the agreement that would have created the largest free trade zone in the world.

Europe News

EU gets tough on carbon border tax, vows to protect domestic producers

European producers of steel and aluminium will face higher CO2 emissions costs, but the European Commission wants to channel part of the revenues of the EU's carbon border tax to help heavy industries decarbonise.

Business

Global brands fight legality of Trump’s 'Liberation Day' tariffs

Major multinationals are turning to the US Court of International Trade to claw back duties paid under Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs.

Economy

EU Commission sharpens its trade doctrine to counter foreign threats

The European Commission on Wednesday unveiled a new economic security strategy meant to better anticipate risks facing the EU market amid escalating threats to global trade, with China top of the list.

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Economy

European Parliament blocks MEPs' attempt to stall Mercosur deal

A draft resolution opposing the Mercosur trade agreement has been blocked on procedural grounds, sparking parliamentarians' anger and putting the deal’s ratification process off to a tense start.

Uzbekistan

Central Asia welcomes Azerbaijan as new member at historic summit

Central Asian leaders gathered in Uzbekistan's capital for the Seventh Consultative Meeting, emphasizing stronger political dialogue, economic integration, and collective security.

Economy

Trump touts Western hemisphere trade deals amid grocery price pressure

Trump announced a series of trade and tariff deals as a way to counter criticism over rising food costs, framing them as a boost to supply chains and cheaper imports such as bananas and coffee.

Economy

Eurozone trade surplus soars as US deal boosts exports

The eurozone's trade surplus soared to €19.4bn in September 2025, driven by surging exports to the US following the latest trade deal.

Canada

G7 foreign ministers show support for Ukraine after talks in Canada

The G7 ministers said in a joint statement at the conclusion of the two-day gathering that they are increasing the economic costs to Russia and exploring measures against those who finance Russia’s war efforts.

Economy

EU inks agriculture deal with Ukraine but political obstacles remain

The EU’s new export agreement with Ukraine comes into effect on Wednesday, even as Hungary, Poland and Slovakia maintain a ban on Ukrainian agricultural imports — a move that underscores the challenges of integrating Ukraine’s vast farming sector into the European Union.

Europe News

EU lawmakers plead UN body to go hard on wildlife trafficking by 2030

More data, better traceability schemes and stepping up enforcement are some of the measures backed by lawmakers to tackle wildlife trafficking ahead of the UN convention in Uzbekistan.

Uzbekistan

EU and Uzbekistan deepen ties with new partnership agreement

On Friday, the EU and Tashkent signed an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement in Brussels to strengthen ties between the two partners.

World News

Carney says Canada will double non-US exports over US trade policy

According to Carney, the decades-long process of an ever-closer economic relationship between the Canadian and US economies is now over.

Economy

Feeling the strain: Italian pasta makers boil over Trump tariffs

Faced with the threat of exorbitant US tariffs, Italian pasta producers are hoping for political support — and that they will not have to wait for a legal resolution to their case.

Economy

China 'not afraid' of tariff war following Trump 100% tariff threat

“China’s stance is consistent,” the Chinese Commerce Ministry said in a statement posted online. “We do not want a tariff war but we are not afraid of one.”

Economy

'Not up for discussion': Brussels rejects US pressure on climate rules

In response to US demands to roll back the EU's environmental legislation, the European Commission defended its autonomous power to adopt laws.

Economy

EU is 'concerned' as China restricts exports of rare earths

A freshly announced list of rare earth restrictions from China sparked the Commission's reaction, spokespeople saying the European Commission is 'studying the details'.

Economy

European Parliament lawmakers vote against the Mercosur deal

Inserted into a parliamentary resolution, a few lines welcoming the Mercosur agreement were rejected by a majority of European lawmakers on Wednesday.

Economy

'Time is running out' for Europe’s steel workers, sector tells the EU

Suffocated by Chinese overcapacities and US tariffs, the European steel industry says its very survival is at stake, urging the European Commission to introduce strong protective measures.

Economy

Trump sets tariff on timber and lumber, citing national security risks

Imported wood and furniture "threaten to impair the national security of the US", according to the administration.