The MERCOSUR-Singapore Free Trade Agreement has entered into force, marking a significant milestone in trade relations between Singapore and the MERCOSUR bloc including Brazil. This FTA establishes preferential trade terms between the parties. The announcement was made by Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry.
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Uzbekistan reaffirms 2026 WTO accession goal at Working Party meeting
Uzbekistan’s Working Party met on 27-28 July 2026, where Chief Negotiator Azizbek Urunov reaffirmed the country’s goal to complete WTO accession within 2026. Urunov emphasized the need to maintain engagement pace and address remaining member concerns to conclude the process successfully.
Presidential Decree Promulgates Mercosur-Singapore Agreement; MDIC Publishes Implementation Manuals
Brazil’s presidential decree formally promulgates the Mercosur-Singapore trade agreement. The Ministry of Development, Industry and Trade (MDIC) has published implementation manuals on the Siscomex portal covering rules of origin and tariff reduction schedules. The agreement is now entering operational implementation.
Protocol to the Singapore-Australia Free Trade Agreement on Economic Resilience and Essential Supplies
Singapore and Australia have concluded a protocol to their existing Free Trade Agreement (SAFTA) covering economic resilience and essential supplies. The protocol represents a named amendment or addition to the SAFTA framework, addressing supply chain resilience and access to essential goods. Specific provisions were announced on 27 July 2026.
Philippines seals historic trade deal with Chile, its first FTA in Latin America
The Philippines has concluded a free trade agreement with Chile, marking its first FTA with a Latin American country. The deal was announced by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). No further details on specific tariff commitments or coverage are available from the snippet.
Canada and Ecuador Sign a Free Trade Agreement
Canada and Ecuador have signed a bilateral free trade agreement. The signing was conducted by Canada’s Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu and Ecuador’s Minister of Production, Foreign Trade, and Investments Luis Jaramillo.
Canada and UAE Conclude CEPA Negotiations
Canada and the UAE have concluded negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), announced jointly by Canadian Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu and UAE Foreign Trade Minister Thani Al Zeyoudi in Toronto. The agreement marks a significant bilateral trade milestone between the two countries.
Historic tariff-free Scotch whisky shipment bound for United States
Tariffs on Scotch whisky exports to the United States have been removed, benefiting UK whisky producers. This marks a significant trade policy development for the spirits sector under the UK-US trade arrangement. A shipment has been dispatched as the first under the new tariff-free terms.
India and Israel Conclude Second Round of Negotiations for Proposed Free Trade Agreement
India and Israel have completed the second round of negotiations for a proposed bilateral Free Trade Agreement. The talks mark continued progress toward formalizing trade relations between the two countries. No further details on specific chapters or outcomes were available in the snippet.
Joint Statement on Third USMCA Joint Review Negotiating Round, US-Mexico
USTR Ambassador Greer and Mexican Secretary of Economy Ebrard issued a joint statement following the third bilateral negotiating round of the USMCA Joint Review, covering economic security, labor, and agriculture. The meeting included Mexican President Sheinbaum. Specific negotiating outcomes were discussed but not fully detailed in the snippet.