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Zhu Rongji, former Chinese Premier known for driving economic reforms and leading China into the World Trade Organization, has died at the age of 97. Leaders worldwide, including Malaysia's Anwar Ibrahim and Singapore's PM Wong, have offered condolences, reflecting on his significant impact on China's transformation and international relations.
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Türkiye's second-largest, has been recognized as Europe's fastest-growing aviation hub in the first half of 2026 by a European airport trade body.
India and the majority of World Trade Organization (WTO) members continue to be at odds over the issue of plurilateral agreements, highlighting ongoing divisions within the global trade body.
Leading employers and an energy trade body in the UK have called on the new prime minister, Andy Burnham, to reduce energy levies and taxes for businesses to stimulate economic growth.
Investment fraud in the UK surged last year, with more than £220 million lost to increasingly elaborate scams involving gold, cryptocurrencies, and wine. Criminals are utilizing AI to carry out larger-scale fraud.
A recent report from a trade body reveals that a theme park, not Disney, has achieved the highest attendance growth, indicating shifts in the entertainment industry.
A trade body representing vape retailers in Ireland has warned that a 'growing' black market for vaping products could emerge. This is attributed to a lack of changes in tax rules and insufficient inspections.
A trade body for caterers in England has warned that a government push for healthier school meals, including more lentils, pulses, and beans, is likely to drive up costs and could push pupils to find alternative, potentially unhealthy, junk food options.
The head of the International Energy Agency warns that oil disruptions will double this month, affecting Europe, while the UK government continues contingency planning for the economic fallout from the Middle East crisis. Germany's economic growth forecast has been cut from 1.3% to 0.6% due to the Iran war, the Czech National Bank discusses mitigating impacts, and Romania and the Netherlands see a surge in electric and hybrid car registrations due to rising fuel prices.
The UK petrol trade body, PRA, is in dispute with government ministers, claiming their 'inflammatory' comments suggesting retailers are 'price gouging' have led to public abuse of staff.
A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.
Olly Arkins, the chief executive officer of the Australian Festival Association (AFA), is scheduled to leave the trade body effective August 21.
Hong Kong's trade promotion body plans to establish a new office in Egypt within nine months to expand its presence in Africa, while also reallocating resources to Nordic countries through its European bases.
A trade body warns that insufficient water resources could impede plans to construct over one million new homes and also pose a significant challenge to the UK's data center development ambitions.
A UK trade body warns that the growth of alcohol-free beer is being hampered by over-strict regulations, advocating for the definition of alcohol-free beer to be changed from 0.05% to 0.5% ABV.
Donald Trump confirmed that he called Benjamin Netanyahu 'f***ing crazy' during a tense phone call regarding strikes on Lebanon, expressing his annoyance with the constant conflict. Trump also stated his desire to meet with Iranian leader Khamenei at some point, believing they 'get along quite well' despite past tensions.
Uzbekistan has successfully concluded its World Trade Organization (WTO) accession negotiations with India, marking a significant step in its bid to join the global trade body.
Major UK car loan companies have accepted a £9 billion redress scheme to compensate customers for mis-sold loans, with the industry's finance trade body reversing its legal challenge to the FCA's plan.
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A UK trade body has reiterated its call for the government to urgently back North Sea oil and gas drilling to secure domestic supplies, despite previous government reluctance.
A subdistrict in the eastern Chinese city of Wuxi is offering residents beef in exchange for weight loss, drawing thousands of sign-ups in a campaign that taps into Beijing's intensifying push…
U.S. allies and partners like the UK, the European Union and Singapore are facing higher tariffs but countries like Brazil, China and India get a reprieve.
Jam Kamal Khan has mandated transparent trade body elections, implementing reforms that include a digital dashboard and observers to monitor 320 elections. This initiative aims to ensure fairness and accountability.
The trade body Offshore Energies UK is urging the UK Government to provide a 'powerful reset' for the energy sector by backing controversial oil and gas projects in the North Sea.
A UK trade body has warned that the country will not have sufficient water resources for its future datacentre expansion, criticizing the government's AI growth plans as 'fatally flawed' due to cooling demands.
A trade body for insurers is reviewing its 'Five Powers' exclusion to incorporate modern hostile acts such as drone incursions and subsea attacks, as the risk of global power clashes increases.
A UK pensions trade body has warned that over three-quarters of workers are not saving enough for a 'moderate' lifestyle in retirement, facing a potential 'cliff-edge drop in income'.
An aviation trade body states that Asian airlines require assistance to cope with the recent surge in fuel prices.
Demand for rooftop solar energy systems is significantly increasing across Europe, driven by the ongoing energy crisis and efforts to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources. This surge is seen as a key strategy against rising electricity costs.
A trade body forecasts that food inflation in the UK is expected to reach 9% by the end of the year, indicating continued pressure on consumer prices.
An Indian trade body has recommended imposing an anti-dumping duty on rayon yarn imports originating from China.
Most BGMEA factories paid February salary, Eid bonus, says trade body The Daily Star
A trade body has warned illegal skin bleaching products are being sold in an increasingly wide range of places.