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17-Feb-2026 AKMU
Russia also wants a free trade zone with Mercosur
This is happening against the backdrop of the liberalization of trade with the Mercosur countries in the European Union and the protests of farmers in member countries -
17-Feb-2026 Interfax
Russian deputy PM expects agreements on free trade areas with UAE, Mongolia, Indonesia to take effect in 2026
The agreements on free trade areas signed between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the United Arab Emirates, Mongolia, and Indonesia last year are currently undergoing ratification procedures. -
17-Feb-2026 Politico
Trump-Milei pact piles pressure on EU to lock in Mercosur accord
A new US-Argentina deal could undermine protections for European food names that are included in the trade agreement with Latin America. -
17-Feb-2026 The Economic Times
Digital trade chapter not in India-US interim trade pact; to be taken up in BTA, says official
India and the US have not yet discussed digital trade in their initial trade agreement. This crucial chapter will be negotiated as part of the larger bilateral trade agreement. US companies are eager to explore India’s rapidly expanding digital trade sector. -
17-Feb-2026 Politico
Carney constructs a mega anti-Trump trade alliance
The Canadian prime minister is spearheading discussions between the EU and a major Indo-Pacific trade bloc after calling on middle powers to join forces. -
16-Feb-2026 PNA
Canada, PH to start 1st round of FTA negotiation next week - DFA
Canada and the Philippines will commence their first round of negotiation for a bilateral free trade agreement next week, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced. -
16-Feb-2026 Scoop
India NZ FTA fails the Interim Tiriti o Waitangi assessment
Usually at this stage of a trade negotiation, Ngā Toki Whakarururanga would have prepared a Tiriti o Waitangi assessment of the recently concluded free trade agreement between India and New Zealand, based on having confidential access to the negotiating text. -
16-Feb-2026 The Express Tribune
What Bangladesh-US deal reveals about trade politics
The recently concluded Bangladesh-United States trade agreement underscores a familiar reality of contemporary trade diplomacy: when negotiating with Washington, leverage matters more than aspirations. -
16-Feb-2026 The Guardian
Australia and EU on verge of striking free trade deal long stalled by beef, parmesan and prosecco
Two sides ‘converge’ on key differences in Brussels after years of negotiations. -
16-Feb-2026 Channel Africa
Ghana, Zambia commit to strengthening trade ties, unlocking AfCFTA opportunities
Ghana and Zambia have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening long-standing bilateral relations, placing renewed emphasis on boosting intra-African trade and accelerating investment-led growth under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). -
13-Feb-2026 The Korea Herald
US investors escalate legal fight with Seoul over Coupang
A growing group of US investors in Coupang Inc. are intensifying a legal dispute with the Korean government over what they call discriminatory action against the company following its massive data breach last year, adding to broader Korea-US tensions. -
13-Feb-2026 Reuters
CK Hutchison launches arbitration over Panama Canal ports contract ruling
Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison said its Panama Ports Company unit has started international arbitration proceedings against Panama after the country’s top court annulled its licences to operate two Panama Canal ports -
13-Feb-2026 Forum for Fair Trade
India’s trade policy shift in the EU and US trade deals: Serious implications for Indian citizens and its development pathway
Serious concerns have been raised about both the lack of transparency in the negotiation process and the potential long-term consequences of the agreements. -
13-Feb-2026 Sheep Central
EU farmers worried about EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement outcome
European farmers this week expressed concern over the EU-Australia free trade deal currently being negotiated. -
13-Feb-2026 GRAIN
The battle over seeds in Latin America: the legal siege and people’s response
Corporate encroachment is increasingly disguised as legal protection. Under laws that allegedly safeguard seeds, doors are opened for their registration, certification, or privatisation. -
13-Feb-2026 CNBC
US signs trade deal with Taiwan, lowering tariffs to 15%, while Taipei to boost American goods purchases
Washington and Taipei have signed a trade deal lowering tariffs on Taiwanese exports to 15%, on par with those on Asian allies Japan and South Korea, while the island will open its market for US goods. -
12-Feb-2026 The Hindu
Bharatiya Kisan Union opposes deal with US, to burn effigies of Modi, Trump
BKU leader Rakesh Tikait says Centre had lost the trust of farmers and the trade agreements with U.S. and European Union will have far-reaching adverse impacts on farmers. -
12-Feb-2026 Politico
5 things holding up the EU’s trade deal with Australia
Sticking points remain: access for Australian beef and lamb to the European market; EU trade protections on specialty foods; critical minerals; and an Australian tax on luxury cars. -
12-Feb-2026 KDH
Tractors hit Madrid to protest EU’s trade deal with South America
Hundreds of honking tractors rolled into Madrid as Spanish farmers staged a protest against the European Union’s trade deal with four South American countries.
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12-Feb-2026 Valor
Brazilian lawmakers seek safeguards in Mercosur-EU deal
Brazilian lawmakers want to negotiate safeguards with the federal government to protect local producers from a potential surge in European imports following the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union.