The UK and Malaysia have officially launched negotiations on a bilateral Digital Trade Agreement aimed at removing barriers to digital trade and enabling UK exporters to expand into Malaysian high-tech markets. The announcement marks a formal start to structured talks on digital trade rules between the two countries.
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Korea-EU Digital Trade Agreement Signed; Competitiveness Partnership and High-Level Economic Dialogue Established
South Korea and the EU formally signed a Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) during President Lee Jae-myung’s visit to Belgium on June 10, 2026. The two sides also agreed to launch a Korea-EU Competitiveness Partnership and establish a new high-level economic dialogue. Additionally, four European advanced-technology companies announced foreign direct investment totaling USD 165 million into […]
Korea Attracts $165M FDI from Four European Tech Firms, Signs Digital Trade Agreement with EU
During President Lee Jae-myung’s EU visit, South Korea secured $165 million in foreign direct investment from four European advanced technology companies including Germany’s Orafol, France’s Quandela, Netherlands’ Prodrive Technologies, and Sweden’s Mycronic. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy also signed a digital trade agreement with the EU at an investor roundtable in Brussels. The […]
Korea-EU Open New Horizons in Economic Cooperation: Digital Trade Agreement Signed
Korea and the EU formally signed a Digital Trade Agreement (DTA), making the EU Korea’s second DTA partner after Singapore. The announcement also covers EU corporate investments totaling $165 million in Korea across advanced technology sectors, and high-level trade talks between Korea’s trade negotiation chief and EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič on supply chains and […]
WTO Members Discuss Ratification Preparations for E-Commerce Agreement, Targeting Mid-2027 Entry into Force
Over 60 WTO co-sponsors of the E-Commerce Agreement met on 9 June 2026 to advance ratification preparations, targeting mid-2027 entry into force. The ECA constitutes the first global baseline ruleset for digital trade and was adopted under interim arrangements at MC14, pending formal incorporation into the WTO rulebook.
EU and Korea sign landmark digital trade agreement at summit
The EU and Republic of Korea signed a Digital Trade Agreement at the EU-Korea Summit in Brussels. The agreement represents a significant bilateral digital trade deal between the two parties.
UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Trade Deal: Conclusion Summary
The UK government has published a conclusion summary outlining the provisions and chapters of the newly concluded UK-GCC free trade agreement. The document covers the full scope of the deal’s trade policy content across multiple chapters. This marks a significant bilateral trade agreement between the UK and the six GCC member states.
WTO Members Advance Discussions on Key Issues for Unlocking Services Trade
The WTO Council for Trade in Services met June 2-4 to discuss future work areas including e-commerce services, green services economy, and LDC participation in services trade. Members agreed to hold a dedicated workshop on recognition of foreign professionals’ qualifications. Discussions also covered facilitating greater LDC integration into global services trade.
Indonesia’s Trade Minister Signs Revised Regulation on Electronic Commerce Business (Permendag 31/2023 Revision)
Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso signed a revised ministerial regulation on Electronic Commerce (e-commerce) business activities, replacing Permendag No. 31/2023 which covered licensing, advertising, and oversight of e-commerce operators. The revision focuses on strengthening the digital trade ecosystem and competitiveness of local products.
Indonesian Trade Minister Signs Revised E-Commerce Regulation
Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso signed a revised ministerial regulation on electronic commerce (PMSE), replacing Permendag No. 31/2023. The revision includes prioritization of local products and SMEs in e-commerce platforms. The regulation governs business licensing and operations for electronic trading systems.