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Malaysia-EU relationship: unlocking new opportunities
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Malaysia-EU relationship: unlocking new opportunities

In an uncertain world where old trade truisms can no longer be taken for granted, the EU is eagerly seeking reliable partnerships across the globe. This is unlocking business opportunities for Malaysi...
Making up is hard to do

Making up is hard to do

The European Partnership Bill announced in the King’s Speech is intended to provide an enabling framework to implement current and future UK-EU agreements. It is a clear indication of the Labour g...
Is Europe stacking the deck against US tech?

Is Europe stacking the deck against US tech?

On 3 June, the European Commission unveiled a sweeping package of tech policy proposals that will determine which companies get to participate in Europe's AI and digital infrastructure buildout over t...
EU-Mercosur: a done deal, hanging in the balance
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EU-Mercosur: a done deal, hanging in the balance

With Trump’s latest tariff salvo, Europe needs to find friends, fast. The EU is on the cusp of securing a free trade deal that could ‘Trump-proof’ Europe’s economy and kickstart the growth nee...
EUDR: what the latest developments mean for trade
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EUDR: what the latest developments mean for trade

The EU Deforestation Regulation isn’t a distant policy – with a start date of 30 December 2025 just months away, it already impacting global supply chains & models. Four countries have been bl...