Regulators have entered 2025 with a sharper focus on enforcement, cooperation, and guidance. In this edition of Global Data Protection Compliance FY25/01, we explore how data protection authorities across the EU, Brazil, India, Mexico, Poland, […]
On June 10, 2025, the European Commission, led by Ursula von der Leyen and High Representative Kaja Kallas, unveiled the 18th sanctions package—a broad set of measures targeting Russia's energy revenues, financial sector, defense industry, […]
The WCO strengthens Risk Management, Post Clearance Audit, HS Classification, and Customs Valuation Capacities of Customs in the Pacific Islands Under the auspices of the WCO/JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) Joint Project, the World Customs […]
European Union: Extension of trade liberalization with Ukraine Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) voted on Thursday (08.05.2025) to extend the suspension of import duties and quotas on certain imports from Ukraine, such as iron […]
EU to lift some sanctions against Syria The EU has stood with the Syrian people throughout the last 14 years, engaging in the search for a political solution and leading financial assistance. The EU also […]
European Union: Extension of trade liberalization with Ukraine Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) voted on Thursday (08.05.2025) to extend the suspension of import duties and quotas on certain imports from Ukraine, such as iron […]
Australia has begun an investigation into the extension of anti-dumping tariffs on Chinese-made rod in coil The goods subject to the anti-dumping measures and this inquiry are: Hot-rolled rods in coils of steel, whether or […]
China Tariff reductions on U.S. Imports Effective May 14, 2025, China reduced its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods from a previous rate of 125% to 10%. This 90-day tariff reduction applies broadly across various sectors, […]
Update – May 25, 2025 Following the announcement of a 50% tariff on EU goods last week, President Trump has extended the deadline for the measure to July 9, 2025, providing both sides more time to […]
On May 20, 2025, the European Union (EU) adopted its 17th sanctions package against Russia, intensifying efforts to curtail Moscow's ability to finance its ongoing war in Ukraine. This latest round of sanctions targets critical […]
In a landmark development this week, the United Kingdom and the European Union have reached a new agreement aimed at streamlining trade, supporting jobs, and enhancing economic cooperation, without re-entering the Single Market or Customs […]
Today, on May 12, 2025, President Donald J. Trump announced a new trade agreement between the United States and China, a significant step in U.S. trade policy. The deal reinforces the administration’s “America First” approach […]
The United Kingdom and India have finalized a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking the UK's most significant trade pact since its departure from the European Union in 2020. Announced on May 6, 2025, the deal aims […]