America’s timeline for development of domestic battery metal supply chain may be unrealistic

By 2027, for an EV to be tax-credit eligible in the US, 80% of the market value of critical minerals in its battery must be extracted or processed domestically or by US free-trade partners (FTPs), Northwestern University researchers say. In a commentary published in the journal Nature Sustainability, Jennifer Dunn and Jenna Trost wrote that while this goal – part of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act – is well-intended, there are reasons to believe the mandate is unreachable and could Read Full Details…

Global Ivory Trade Requires Increased Awareness And Legislation For Endangered Species Protection

Regular readers of AfterImage Review know that environmental issues are a frequent topic of discussion. The global ivory trade is among the most complex issues concerning sustainability, endangered species, and the preservation of ecosystems around the world. Reducing the demand for ivory products is part of the solution, but it will take decades of public awareness campaigns targeted at people of all ages to achieve a significant reduction in the number of people collecting items made from modern ivory. Both Read Full Details…

APEDA Organizes Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference

nder the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India has organized the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference today at Subramaniam Hall, NASC Complex, Pusa Road, New Delhi to stimulate the exports of millets from India and provide market linkage to the producers. Around 100 Indian millet exhibitors from different parts of the country and around 100 international buyers from various Read Full Details…

Discover to why trade partnership opportunities are increasing in foreign trade!

As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, trade partnerships have become a vital part of foreign trade. Many countries have realized that the key to successful global trade is to forge mutually beneficial partnerships with other nations. This is why trade partnership opportunities are increasing in foreign trade. One of the main reasons for this trend is the changing nature of global trade. In the past, many countries focused on exporting their own goods and services to other nations. However, as Read Full Details…

Kazakhstan-EU Cooperation Developing in All Directions

ASTANA – The European Union and Kazakhstan are strengthening bilateral cooperation opportunities in trade and investment, transport, energy, agriculture, travel, and education, said Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko at a Central Communications Service briefing on March 10. Vassilenko outlined the ministry’s efforts in boosting investment exchanges and establishing business partnerships in recent years. The EU has invested $160 billion in Kazakhstan, making it the largest investment partner. It is also the largest trading partner of the country. “In the first Read Full Details…

Philippines to export eggs to Taiwan

MANILA, Philippines -Taiwan intends to import table eggs and processed eggs from the Philippines until end-September to meet its requirement for this commodity, according to the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI). In a memorandum circular, the BAI is inviting all interested layer farms to submit the necessary documents to become accredited exporters of eggs. ADVERTISEMENT “The Taiwan Council of Agriculture, Executive Yuan, has expressed intent to import table eggs and processed egg products for human consumption from the Philippines,” the Read Full Details…

Insight – Opportunities for Australian sheepmeat exports to India

India’s growing population, rising consumer incomes, falling rates of vegetarianism and other demographic factors are increasing the demand for red meat. India is a major global producer and consumer of carabeef (buffalo) and sheepmeat. Some sections of the population also consume beef (see Figure 1). Sheepmeat has the strongest prospects for Australian exporters. This is due to dietary preferences and reduced tariffs under the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA). Implications for Australian red meat exportersDemand for red meat Read Full Details…

A senior aide of former PM Narasimha Rao remembers pre-liberalization India in this new book

Liberalisation’s children, that is, those born after 1991, do not know the significance of July 24, 1991. The ball set rolling that day went on to spur India to claim a seat in the front row of the global economic order especially when the country, along with the global political order in the 1990s, was being transformed forever. As Prime Minister Nehru said, August 15, 1947, was the day of “India’s tryst with destiny”, ushering in political freedom, and redeeming Read Full Details…

Language and Cultural differences

Know how to manage language barriers and cultural differences in international trade?

Managing language barriers and cultural differences is crucial in international trade. A lack of effective communication can lead to misunderstandings, delays, and even lost business. In this article, we’ll discuss some practical ways to manage language barriers and cultural differences in international trade. Learn about the cultureTo effectively communicate with someone from another culture, it’s important to understand their culture. Learn about their customs, values, and beliefs. This will help you avoid misunderstandings and show respect for their culture. Use Read Full Details…

Russia, Uzbekistan Bilateral Trade To Reach US$10 Billion in 2023

Russia and Uzbekistan plan to increase bilateral trade to $10 billion this year against US$9.3 billion in 2022, Konstantin Zlygostev, Russia’s Trade Representative in Uzbekistan has stated at the opening of the Made in Russia exposition as part of the international construction exhibition UzBuild-2023 in Tashkent. “The task set by the leaders of the two countries to achieve a trade turnover level of $10 billion, I am sure, it will submit to us already this year.” Zlygostev said, recalling that Read Full Details…