Touted as a “game-changer,” AfCFTA is one of the flagship projects of the Africa Union’s (AU) “Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want,” a blueprint and master plan for transforming the continent into a global powerhouse of the future.
Jul 10, 2019
“We reaffirm our commitment to multilateralism and international law, and our full support to the rules-based multilateral trading system with the WTO at its center.”
Jul 2, 2019
China and the U.S. agree to take steps to resolve major issues at stake and stabilize relations
Jul 1, 2019
China puts forth a proposal based on strengthening the international trade order.
Jul 1, 2019
Meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump highlights shared wishes for better relations
Jul 1, 2019
“There are many Japanese firms who have trade relations with China and of course they hope that the trade war between China and the U.S. will end as soon as possible.”
Jun 29, 2019
As the second largest economy in the world, China has received great attention at the G20 summit. Many Chinese policies have a significant impact on the world economy and other G20 members, especially developing countries.
Jun 29, 2019
While eyes will be focused on the China-U.S. meeting that will take place on the sidelines of the summit, the quietly gathering momentum for Asian integration may prove to have far greater lasting significance for the world.
Jun 29, 2019
“The fact that many members see the need for updating the WTO, is the biggest factor influencing the need for reform.”
Jun 28, 2019
G20 members are hopefully to reach a consensus on reforming the appellate body at the summit.
Jun 28, 2019
Japan, assuming the G20 presidency for the first time, has expressed its explicit commitment to rebuild trust in the global trade system.
Jun 28, 2019
The WTO has cut down the expected growth rate of global trade from 3.7 percent to 2.6 percent.
Jun 24, 2019