33 results for "trade"

Canada and China Reset Relations After 7 Years of Tension
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Canada and China Reset Relations After 7 Years of Tension

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney just completed the first visit to China by a Canadian leader since 2017, marking a fresh start after years of strained relations. The two countries signed new agreements on energy and culture while pledging to expand trade and cooperation.

Nigeria Removed from EU High-Risk Financial List
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Nigeria Removed from EU High-Risk Financial List

Nigeria just got removed from the European Union's list of high-risk financial jurisdictions, opening doors for easier trade and investment with Europe. The move rewards years of financial reforms that brought the country's banking system up to international standards.

AI Triples Research Output But Narrows Scientific Discovery
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AI Triples Research Output But Narrows Scientific Discovery

Scientists using AI publish three times more papers and earn five times more citations, but a massive study reveals a troubling trade-off. The technology might be making individual researchers more successful while quietly shrinking the scope of scientific exploration itself.

EU and South America Seal Historic Free Trade Deal
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EU and South America Seal Historic Free Trade Deal

After 25 years of negotiations, the European Union and Mercosur are signing a landmark trade agreement creating one of the world's largest free trade zones. The pact connects 700 million consumers across two continents and shows global cooperation can still thrive.

US-Africa Trade Deal Renewed for Another Year
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US-Africa Trade Deal Renewed for Another Year

The Trump administration secured a one-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act, preserving tariff-free trade between the US and dozens of African nations. The renewal protects thousands of jobs and millions in economic activity across both continents.

Canada and China Rebuild Partnership After 8-Year Break
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Canada and China Rebuild Partnership After 8-Year Break

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney just completed the first visit to China by a Canadian leader in eight years, signaling a major thaw in relations between the two nations. The historic trip sets the stage for renewed cooperation on energy, trade, and security after years of tension.

Ghana Formalizes Scrap Metal Trade to Boost Steel Industry
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Ghana Formalizes Scrap Metal Trade to Boost Steel Industry

Ghana is bringing its informal scrap metal business into the official economy with new regulations that promise better jobs, safer infrastructure, and growth for local steel makers. The move could transform a chaotic sector into a strategic pillar of the country's industrial future.

Nigeria Forms Team to Save Sheep and Goats From Disease
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Nigeria Forms Team to Save Sheep and Goats From Disease

Nigeria just launched a 33-member expert group to eliminate a deadly disease threatening millions of sheep and goats that families depend on for food and income. The move could protect rural livelihoods and boost the country's livestock trade across Africa.

Sudan PM Orders Swift Water and Power Restoration in Bahri
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Sudan PM Orders Swift Water and Power Restoration in Bahri

Sudan's Prime Minister visited the Bahri district and directed authorities to urgently restore essential services after residents showed patience through difficult times. Citizens and traders welcomed the commitment to rebuild their community's infrastructure.

Man Collects 1 Million Hugs Across 42 Countries After 9/11
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Man Collects 1 Million Hugs Across 42 Countries After 9/11

After losing his friend in the World Trade Center, David Sylvester spent 25 years traveling the globe collecting over one million hugs. His journey of grief turned into a global study of human connection that's touched thousands of lives.

India's 10 Treehouse Retreats Blend Eco-Luxury With Nature
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India's 10 Treehouse Retreats Blend Eco-Luxury With Nature

From 90-foot rainforest canopies in Kerala to banyan tree hideaways in Goa, ten unique treehouse resorts across India are redefining sustainable travel. These elevated escapes trade screens for starlight while keeping modern comfort intact.

Sierra Leone's Reggae Festival Redefines Heritage Tourism
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Sierra Leone's Reggae Festival Redefines Heritage Tourism

Sierra Leone just proved music festivals can be more than entertainment. The One Nation Reggae Festival connected international reggae stars with historic sites of the transatlantic slave trade, creating a new model for cultural tourism across Africa.

197 Cattle Rescued from Overcrowded Trucks in India
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197 Cattle Rescued from Overcrowded Trucks in India

Nearly 200 cattle crammed into five trucks were rescued in India's Nandyal district after authorities intercepted the vehicles and found animals transported in dangerously overcrowded conditions. The healthy cattle are now safe at a local animal shelter while officials investigate the traders responsible.

China Launches 2026 'Year of People-to-People Exchanges
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China Launches 2026 'Year of People-to-People Exchanges

China kicked off 2026 with its 35th consecutive African tour, launching a year-long cultural exchange program with Africa at the African Union headquarters. The initiative marks 70 years of China-Africa diplomatic relations and includes trade benefits for over 100 African products.

Malaysian Town Strikes Gold With $7B Durian Boom
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Malaysian Town Strikes Gold With $7B Durian Boom

A former gold mining town in Malaysia is cashing in on China's surging appetite for luxury durians, with farmers earning millions and transforming their economy. The "Musang King" variety now sells for up to $100 per fruit, turning rural Raub into a thriving destination for Chinese tourists and traders.

Ethiopia Breaks Ground on Airport City to Unite Africa
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Ethiopia Breaks Ground on Airport City to Unite Africa

Ethiopia just launched construction of Bishoftu International Airport, a massive aviation hub designed to handle 180 aircraft at once and move 1.5 million tons of cargo annually. The project aims to strengthen African trade and position the continent as a global aviation powerhouse.

Ethiopia Breaks Ground on Africa's Largest Airport
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Ethiopia Breaks Ground on Africa's Largest Airport

Ethiopia has started construction on a $12.7 billion airport that will handle 110 million passengers annually, making it the biggest aviation hub on the continent. The massive project aims to transform Ethiopia into Africa's leading gateway for air travel, trade, and tourism.

Ethiopia Breaks Ground on $12.7B Airport to Welcome 110M Travelers Yearly
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Ethiopia Breaks Ground on $12.7B Airport to Welcome 110M Travelers Yearly

Ethiopia has launched construction of what will become Africa's largest airport, a stunning $12.7 billion project designed to welcome 110 million passengers annually. This ambitious infrastructure initiative promises to transform the nation into the continent's premier aviation gateway while boosting trade, tourism, and connectivity across Africa.

Historic EU-Mercosur Deal Unites 780M Consumers Across Two Continents
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Historic EU-Mercosur Deal Unites 780M Consumers Across Two Continents

After 25 years of dedicated negotiations, the European Union and South American Mercosur nations have achieved a groundbreaking trade agreement that will create the world's largest integrated market. This historic partnership spanning Europe and Latin America promises new opportunities for businesses, consumers, and economic growth on both continents.

Historic EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Opens Doors for 700 Million Consumers
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Historic EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Opens Doors for 700 Million Consumers

After 25 years of dedicated negotiations, the European Union and South American bloc Mercosur are celebrating a groundbreaking trade agreement that will create opportunities for over 700 million people across two continents. The historic pact, set to be signed January 17 in Paraguay, promises to boost exports, attract investment, and strengthen diplomatic ties in an era of global change.

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