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The Trump administration is nearing a U.S.–Taiwan trade deal that would cut Taiwan’s tariff rate to 15% and require Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) to invest in at least five new semiconductor fabs in Arizona, effectively expanding its U.S. footprint. The agreement is under legal review and could be announced soon, though specific investment timelines remain unclear.
A long-delayed EU-Mercosur trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur members Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay strengthens regional trade ties while underscoring a decline in U.S. influence in Latin America, with analysts attributing progress to the broader international context—tariff wars, Ukraine, and Venezuela—rather than American pressure; the deal could spur Mercosur to seek more agreements and reinforces a push toward rules-based multilateralism in the region.
The European Union and Mercosur have finally sealed a long-running trade pact, marking a major geoeconomic milestone after decades of talks since 1999 and signaling a renewed push for open markets in the Trump-era global landscape.
The article discusses the implications of the EU-Mercosur mega trade deal, highlighting the potential winners and losers among the involved parties, and providing insights into its economic impact.
EU member states have expressed support for the Mercosur trade deal, signaling progress towards a significant international trade agreement.
EU countries have approved a long-awaited Mercosur trade deal after 25 years of negotiations, marking a significant development in international trade relations.
Brussels is preparing to make concessions on farm funding to facilitate the approval of the Mercosur trade agreement, aiming to overcome obstacles and secure the deal.
France is tightening import checks on certain food products to address farmers' concerns over unfair competition from Mercosur countries, banning products containing substances illegal in the EU and emphasizing strict standards to protect local agriculture and food safety.
King Charles III and Prince William are expected to visit the US in 2026 to boost a trade deal with the US, with Charles likely visiting in April and William during the World Cup in June, amidst ongoing trade negotiations and diplomatic efforts.
Despite a deal between the US and China to ease restrictions, China continues to limit raw rare earth materials to the US, hindering America's efforts to develop its own rare earth industry, especially for manufacturing permanent magnets used in various technologies.
India and New Zealand finalized a comprehensive free trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs on 95% of New Zealand exports to India and providing India tariff-free access to New Zealand markets, alongside a pledge for New Zealand to invest €17 billion in India over 15 years. The deal, expected to be signed in 2026, covers various sectors but faces political hurdles in New Zealand due to concerns over immigration and dairy protections.
EU delays signing a 25-year negotiations trade deal with Mercosur countries until January to address concerns from European farmers and ensure safeguards, with key leaders like Macron demanding more guarantees before proceeding.
France is set to end the year without passing a new budget as lawmakers fail to reach an agreement, with discussions also involving delays on a trade deal with Mercosur, highlighting ongoing political and economic negotiations.
The signing of the EU-Mercosur trade deal has been delayed to January due to Italy's request for more time to address agricultural concerns, amid political debates, protests, and opposition from some EU countries. The deal, which aims to boost exports and reduce reliance on China, faces hurdles from farmers and governments worried about cheap imports and agricultural impacts.
China has launched a $113 billion free-trade experiment on Hainan island, transforming it into a duty-free zone to attract foreign investment, boost trade, and establish a Hong Kong-style commercial hub, as part of its efforts to join the CPTPP and diversify its economy amid trade tensions and economic slowdown.