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Enhancing Continental Trade Facilitation in Africa
A multi-week capacity building program brought together 25 trade professionals from 18 African economies to explore critical trade facilitation challenges and opportunities. Participants engaged in dynamic sessions with experts from the Institute for International Trade (University of Adelaide) and special guest speakers, including Australia’s Acting High Commissioner. Candid discussions covered institutional cooperation, ICT infrastructure, barriers to trade for SMEs, and the harmonization of standards. A panel session with the Australian Trade Commissioner for Africa offered insights on regulatory barriers and approaches to boosting cross-continental investment. The program continues to foster expertise, collaboration, and practical strategies for advancing trade facilitation across African economies.
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Navigating the Shifting Currents of Global Trade: SA Business Chamber's Business Talk
At the South Australian Business Chamber’s “Business Talk” on 10 February 2025, Professor Peter Draper examined the shifting terrain of international trade. He highlighted neomercantilist ambitions, volatility driven by COVID-19 and geopolitical strains, and the possibility of the United States exiting the WTO—an event that could significantly alter tariffs worldwide. In an environment shaped by lingering protectionism since the 2008 financial crisis, he urged businesses to prepare by capitalizing on emerging sectors like green transition technologies, digital transformation, and defence.
Trade Negotiation Workshop Begins in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Our Trade Negotiation Workshop in Phnom Penh marks the beginning of a diverse suite of capacity-building initiatives planned for this year. Bringing together government officials, trade experts, and policymakers from across the region, it aims to develop practical negotiation expertise, enhance policy coordination, and foster collaborative dialogue. By focusing on economic diplomacy principles and real-world bargaining strategies, participants will gain hands-on experience designed to strengthen both national and international trade frameworks. This integrated approach ensures sustainable outcomes for all participants.
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