Supply chain, logistics executives anticipate global trade growth amid uncertainty, according to a new survey by DP World, one of…
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Developing countries advised to add value, end commodity dependence
A new report by the UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) advised developing countries including Ethiopia, which exports over 80% of…
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Global trade grew $300 billion in 2025 first half
Global trade expanded by an estimated $300 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a slower pace of growth,…
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Shipping, the silent artery of global trade
By Soji Thomas – “Nobody understands…”, this may not be a new statement for many of us, either at home…
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Global trade reaches new high in 2024
Global trade is set to reach a record $33 trillion in 2024, according to the latest Global Trade Update by…
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WTO chief underscores trade role to address farming challenges
Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala underscored the crucial role of trade and the WTO in addressing…
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Global goods, commercial services trade reaches $30.4 trillion
BY YANET FANTAYE WOGAYEHU – The value of total goods and commercial services trade in 2023, at US$ 30.4 trillion,…
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Global trade trends turned positive in the first quarter- UNCTAD
Global trade trends turned positive in the first quarter of 2024, with the value of trade in goods increasing by…
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WTO, Afreximbank to leverage Africa’s unique resource endowment
Today, African Export-Import Bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Trade Organization (WTO) to amplify the impact…
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Fast reform, targeted protection key to boost Africa’s agriculture
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse / Djibouti – With vast arable land that has the potential to feed the world, Africa…
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International trade set to recover in 2024
After facing declines over several quarters, international trade is poised for a rebound in 2024, according to the latest Global…
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UNCTAD announces first ever global supply chain forum
In a world facing unprecedented challenges, the Global Supply Chain Forum (GSCF) 2024 is set to provide a crucial platform…
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