India wants free trade agreement with Maldives, minister says

The minister also said the new parliament would work on the laws needed to implement the Free Trade Agreement signed with China.

26 May 2024

Super Mario could give weak EU a shot in the arm

If EU picks Super Mario, it would be a good indication they are prepared to do whatever it takes to create a stronger EU.

11 June 2024

Red Sea shipping disruption threatens Maldives supplies

"The indirect impact will be very big in the future if this goes on," an official of STO.

24 December 2023

Japan auto safety scandal widens, Toyota halts some shipments

The irregularities were also found in applications from Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha Motor the ministry said.

4 June 2024

Cargo hub capacity to hike to 300,000 tonnes

Saeed said the President will receive invitations to participate in large free trade markets.

16 January 2024

China has an incentive to keep road to Europe open

To protect itself, China is proposing lowering its import tariffs on large-engine vehicles from Europe if Berlin convinces the EU to drop extra duties on China.

27 June 2024

Indonesia and Japan agree on removing more trade barriers

Earlier on Saturday, Japan and Malaysia signed a security assistance deal including a grant of 400 million yen to boost Malaysia's maritime security.

17 December 2023

Brazil's government to launch commission to unlock integration

$10 billion would be made available to finance infrastructure projects seeking enhanced trade and reduced transportation time to Asia.

30 April 2024