Operations at the Port of Salalah in Oman are set to gradually resume from March 31, 2026, following a period of disruption linked to heightened geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz region. Authorities have confirmed that the affected zone within the port remains limited, allowing a phased restart of activities while safety and operational […]
The United States Treasury has announced stricter monitoring of global currency practices while concluding that no major trading partner engaged in currency manipulation during the most recent review period. In its latest semi annual report, the department said it would broaden scrutiny of how countries intervene in foreign exchange markets, including efforts to resist both […]
The European Union’s long awaited trade agreement with the Mercosur bloc is likely to enter provisional application as early as March, despite growing political and legal resistance within the EU. According to diplomatic expectations in Brussels, the agreement could be provisionally implemented once the first Mercosur country completes ratification, with Paraguay viewed as the most […]
European Union lawmakers have moved to slow the progress of the EU Mercosur trade agreement voting to refer the deal to the bloc’s highest court, a step that introduces fresh legal and political uncertainty into one of Europe’s most ambitious trade initiatives. The decision follows a narrow vote in the European Parliament to seek clarification […]
Volatility Becomes the New Normal For businesses operating across borders, volatility is no longer an exception. Trade disputes, shifting tariffs, currency swings, and geopolitical uncertainty have turned international commerce into a constant exercise in risk management. What once could be planned months in advance now requires weekly reassessment. In this environment, attention has moved beyond […]
Confidence grows across the Portuguese wine industry Portugal’s wine sector is entering a period of renewed confidence, with industry leaders expressing optimism about growth in exports and global recognition. The Instituto da Vinha e do Vinho has said it expects Portuguese wine exports to reach the symbolic €1 billion mark during 2026, a target that […]
Intro The U.S. government, under recent trade negotiations, has introduced a new set of tariffs targeting a range of imported goods. While intended to protect domestic industries, the tariffs have sparked controversy and debate among economists, politicians, and international trading partners. Portugal, as part of the EU, is watching closely as these measures could have […]
