The EU and Canada have concluded a digital trade agreement, expanding their trade relationship. The agreement covers cross-border data flows and digital trade provisions. This builds on the existing CETA framework between the two parties.
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Canada and EU conclude digital trade agreement negotiations
Canada and the EU have announced the conclusion of negotiations on a bilateral digital trade agreement. The deal was welcomed jointly by Canadian Minister Sidhu and the EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security. No further details are available in the snippet, but the conclusion of negotiations represents a named, specific policy outcome.
EU and Canada conclude negotiations on a digital trade agreement
The EU and Canada concluded negotiations on a Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) at the EU-Canada Leaders’ Summit in Montreal. This is a standalone digital trade agreement covering cross-border digital commerce between the two parties.
FBR Reiterates That Faceless Customs Assessment Is a Digital, Not Port-Dependent, System
Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue reaffirmed its commitment to Faceless Customs Assessment (FCA), clarifying that the system is a digital customs processing reform rather than a port-relocation measure. FBR emphasized the FCA’s role in reducing human intervention in customs clearance decisions. The statement addresses misconceptions about the system’s implementation scope.
Thailand Supports Upgrade Study of ASEAN-Japan CEP (AJCEP) to Modernize Trade Agreement
ASEAN and Japan held discussions on upgrading the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership (AJCEP), targeting a formal upgrade negotiation launch by 2027. The upgrade aims to cover digital economy, green economy, supply chain resilience, services trade, movement of natural persons, IP, and MSME facilitation. Thailand’s Department of Trade Negotiations participated and supports close continued consultations.
Rules of Origin Committee reviews LDC preferences, shares best practices
The WTO Committee on Rules of Origin met on 7-8 October to review preferential rules of origin for LDCs, receiving updates from preference-granting members on origin administration and trade facilitation. Members examined non-preferential rules of origin notifications and discussed digital tools for improving transparency and compliance. The committee also considered draft annual reports on its […]
Switzerland launches consultation on WTO E-Commerce Agreement
The Swiss Federal Council initiated a consultation process on the plurilateral WTO Agreement on Electronic Commerce (ECA), which establishes a common digital trade regulatory framework among 67 WTO members. The consultation runs until 28 January 2027. The agreement aims to enhance legal certainty for businesses engaged in digital trade.
WTO Services Council and Financial Services Committee discuss remittances, digital payments, and supplier recognition
The WTO Council for Trade in Services and Committee on Trade in Financial Services met October 7-9, 2026, discussing transparency of measures on recognition of foreign service suppliers’ qualifications, digital payment facilitation, and reducing remittance costs. Members also addressed ways to reinvigorate the Council’s work and support least-developed countries in services trade.
Introduction of Open API Integration for Certificate of Origin (CoO) through Trade Connect e-Platform
India’s DGFT is introducing Open API integration for Certificate of Origin issuance via the Trade Connect e-Platform, streamlining the digital application process for exporters. This measure automates CoO workflows, reducing manual processing for trade documentation. The notification specifies technical and procedural details for system integration.
Introduction of Inventory-based Cross-border E-Commerce Export Framework under FTP
India’s DGFT has introduced a new inventory-based cross-border e-commerce export framework under the Foreign Trade Policy. The notification establishes specific procedures and eligibility conditions for exporters using inventory-based models to fulfill international orders. This creates a formal regulatory pathway distinct from existing marketplace-based e-commerce export routes.