Canada, Ukraine sign agreement on mutual administrative assistance in customs matters
This agreement aims to address customs violations amid growing bilateral trade between the two countries. Canada and Ukraine signed an agreement on mutual administrative assistance in customs matters on 24 August 2025. The signing took place
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US: Trump signs executive order advancing trade agreement with Japan
The executive order sets a 15% tariff on Japanese imports to the U.S., replacing the previous 35% rate, retroactive to 7 August 2025, while eliminating tariffs on civilian aerospace goods, metals (aluminium, copper, steel), and automobiles and
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India cuts GST on solar, wind equipment
The GST on solar and wind equipment has been lowered to 5%, reducing project costs. India’s government reduced the GST on solar photovoltaic modules and wind turbine generators from 12% to 5%, effective 3 September 2025. The move is part of
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Mexico: President to impose tariffs on China
President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that her government may impose tariffs on imports from countries without trade agreements, including China, under the "Plan Mexico" initiative. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum stated on 4 September 2025
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US: Trump to impose tariffs on chip imports for companies resisting US production shift
"We will be putting a very substantial tariff, not that high, but fairly substantial tariff, with the understanding that if they come into the country, if they are coming in, building, planning to come in, there will not be a tariff. If they are not
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Colombia updates CERT rules for exports
Colombia’s Decree 0952 clarifies CERT calculations, extends deadlines and updates operational rules for exporters. Colombia’s government issued Decree No. 0952 on 29 August 2025, updating Decree No. 566, which governs the Tax Refund
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US: Trump administration appeals tariff dispute to Supreme Court
The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to expedite its review by determining whether to hear the case by September 10 and scheduling arguments for November. The Trump administration has requested that the US Supreme Court on
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India to cut GST on consumer goods and hybrid cars
India plans to cut GST on 175 products, including consumer goods, small cars, and export items, to boost domestic consumption and support manufacturers. India plans to reduce the goods and services tax (GST) on about 175 products, including
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India: Trump says zero tariffs offered on US goods
India offers to cut tariffs on US goods to zero, Trump calls trade “one-sided.” US President Donald Trump said on 1 September 2025 that India had offered to reduce tariffs on American goods to zero. He described the trade relationship
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US: Trump administration seeks fast-track Supreme Court decision on tariffs
The US Appeals Court ruled that the majority of Trump-era tariffs are unlawful, but they will remain in effect until 14 October while a potential Supreme Court review is considered. US President Donald Trump announced plans to seek an expedited
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Australia consults removal of ‘nuisance tariffs’
Treasury has launched a consultation from 28 August-10 December, 2025, to abolish 500 “nuisance tariffs”, with the intention of reducing costs for businesses. The Australian Treasury has initiated a public consultation on proposals to abolish
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Brazil: President adopts cautious stance on US tariff response
Brazil's Foreign Ministry has tasked Camex with analysing the reciprocity law to strengthen its position in tariff negotiations with the US. Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated he is in "no rush" to retaliate against the US
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US: Appeals Court rules most Trump tariffs illegal, administration advances trade deals despite ruling
The US Appeals Court ruled that most Trump-era tariffs are illegal but allowed them to remain in place until 14 October pending a possible Supreme Court appeal. Despite the ruling, the administration continues trade talks with other
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Angola, UAE sign CEPA to strengthen trade
Angola and the UAE signed a CEPA on 25 August 2025 to boost trade, investment, and sectoral cooperation. Angola and the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on 25 August 2025 in Angola. The agreement aims to reduce
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US: Trump administration permanently ends low-value package tariff exemption
CBP guidance states parcels will incur fees of USD 80, USD 160, or USD 200 based on Trump-era duty rates: under 16% (e.g., UK, EU), 16-25% (e.g., Indonesia, Vietnam), and over 25% (e.g., China, Brazil, India, Canada), respectively. The Trump
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Mexico plans tariffs on Chinese imports
Mexico plans higher tariffs on Chinese imports to protect domestic industries and support a US-backed “Fortress North America” strategy. Mexico is planning to raise tariffs on Chinese imports as part of its 2026 budget proposal, aiming to
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US: 50% tariffs on Indian imports enters into force
US to impose extra 25% tariffs on Indian imports from 27 August 2025, raising total duties to 50%. The US’ tariffs on Indian imports under Executive Order 14329 is taking effect today, 27 August 2025, starting 12:01 AM EDT. Most Indian
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US: Trump threatens China with 200% tariffs if rare-earth magnets remain on restricted export list
In response to US tariff hikes, China, which dominates 90% of global rare-earth magnet production, added magnets to its export restriction list in April. US President Donald Trump stated that China must supply the US with rare-earth magnets or
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