Category : Trade


US Urges Nations to Back 'Trade Over Aid' at UN

The US is urging nations to support a 'trade over aid' initiative at the UN, shifting focus from donor aid to private investment, as the UN warns against privatising global assistance for vulnerable populations.

Mississippi Liquor Shortage: Software Glitch Blamed

A software failure at Mississippi's state liquor warehouse has created a massive backlog of 172,176 cases, forcing businesses to the brink and sparking multiple lawsuits against an Iowa transport company.

José Andrés Warns of Global Famine from Iran War

World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés warns that disruptions to fertilizer trade from the Iran conflict could trigger a multi-year global famine by 2026-2027, urging a 3% 'peace tax' on military spending.

UK-US Trade Deal Faces Challenges Amid Trump Criticism

The historic UK-US trade agreement, signed in 2025, faces uncertainty as President Donald Trump criticizes Prime Minister Keir Starmer and suggests altering terms. The deal covers tariffs on steel, cars, and pharmaceuticals, but implementation issues pers

Strait of Hormuz Traffic Minimal After US Blockade

A US blockade on vessels calling at Iranian ports had limited immediate impact on Strait of Hormuz traffic, with at least eight ships navigating the waterway on Tuesday, though overall crossings remain well below pre-conflict levels.

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