Today, the European Union and Canada concluded negotiations on a landmark Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) at the EU-Canada Leaders’ Summit in Montreal.

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via Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera — Both sides signed a digital trade deal, as Trump's trade threats push Washington's allies to seek closer ties elsewhere.

Canada and the EU set a framework for closer ties, but the proposed associate relationship remains undefined and requires further talks.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 16 (Bernama) — Collaboration between Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and Alibaba.com is important in helping local businesses expand into global markets, particularly in the halal industry, by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and digital trade platforms. Alibaba.com head of South and Southeast Asia Roger Luo said cooperation among the government, financial institutions and ecosystem partners could help more Malaysian products reach international buyers. “Malaysia has a strong manufacturing capability, quality products and a globally competitive Halal industry, but many SMEs are still fighting to understand new markets and work with limited resources. “This is why our […]

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The European Parliament will take its time to scrutinise the World Trade Organization’s plurilateral e-commerce agreement, despite a European Commission push for the EU to ratify the deal early next y...

Pakistan has taken another step towards digitising cross-border trade after Pakistan Single Window (PSW) joined Hong Kong Customs’ ValidAP digital

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia is stepping up efforts to take homegrown technology companies into the Chinese market, with 15 exhibitors showcasing digital and high-tech solutions at the fifth Global Digital Trade Expo (GDTE) in Hangzhou. The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) said Malaysian technology and digital companies have the capabilities to compete internationally, with …

SHANGHAI, Sept 21 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to Shanghai and Hangzhou beginning Tuesday is aimed at deepening economic ties, advancing digital trade frameworks and highlighting the importance of technical talent development. In his three-day working visit on the invitation of the Chinese government, Anwar’s robust itinerary centres on a high-level bilateral meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, alongside engagements at the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 and the Fifth Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou. “This is the Prime Minister’s fourth visit to China (since becoming Prime Minister in 2022). This shows how familiar and close the […]

Washington – When Canada’s Parliament resumes work on Jan. 31, it is expected to work towards finalizing Bill C-11, referred to as the “Online Streaming

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is one of Africa’s most ambitious efforts to create a more integrated and connected continental economy. The

To help businesses increase their competitive advantage and build consumer trust, IMDA has launched the Data Protection Trustmark (DPTM) certification to help organisations demonstrate sound and accou...

Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association called for progress in resolving outstanding barriers to digital trade in Brazil, ahead of