AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoUS–Canada Trade War: Trump ordered the U.S. to remove Canadian products from federal purchasing lists and expand import bans on dairy, alcohol, engines and more, escalating a dispute already driven by retaliatory tariffs. Settlement Trade Sanctions: The UK and 11 countries backed trade restrictions on goods from illegal Israeli settlements, with the Arab League calling it a step toward accountability and the two-state solution. Digital Trade Policy: Kenya’s new E-commerce alliance is pushing for fewer cross-border barriers so online transactions can clear payments, logistics and regulations smoothly. Public Procurement Transparency: Moldova approved measures to centralize procurement plans and contract execution data on an electronic platform to improve oversight. Energy Supply Pressure: Nepal faced LPG shortages and price spikes in Kathmandu Valley, while Nepal’s industry minister threatened license revocations for all 58 gas companies. Banking Reform Focus: Nigeria’s finance chief urged banks to shift from intermediation to financing productive sectors to turn stability into investment and jobs. Regional Growth Constraints: Northern Ireland’s budget deadlock is blamed for slowing infrastructure and skills delivery, weighing on business growth.
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