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🌍 APEC 2024: Peru Advances with Agreements, Trade, and Formalization 🌍 The APEC 2024 summit and the inauguration of the Chancay Megaport have marked a turning point for Peru in global trade. From strategic agreements with Japan, China, and South Korea to the revitalization of the "Lima Declaration on the Transition to Formality," Peru has demonstrated its commitment to modernization and global integration. The Chancay Megaport, inaugurated on November 16, not only positions Peru as a logistics hub in the South Pacific but also symbolizes its ambition to lead regional trade. Amid global tensions, Peru showcased its diplomatic strength by fostering cooperation and reaffirming its role in multilateral trade. What do these developments mean for investors? Find out in our full article. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/efPvumub #APEC2024 #InvestInPeru #ChancayMegaport #EconomicFormalization #GlobalTrade #MirandaAndCo

🚢🔁 Connecting Shores : Towards more sustainable corridors, ports and maritime routes 🔁Maritime transport represents the cornerstone of international trade with more than 80% of volumes traded globally transported by ship. At the level of the European Union, 37% of traded volumes transit through sea ports. 🌍Recent events such as the COVID-19 pandemic or the ongoing armed conflicts in Ukraine and in the Red Sea highlight the political and economic impacts of major disruptions in maritime freight. 🤝Against this backdrop, international organizations, governments and other key economic players, notably the private sector, join efforts to develop more efficient, resilient and secure transport corridors and maritime routes. ⚓Ports in particular, as interfaces between land and sea, have a crucial role to play to support international logistics chains and must therefore demonstrate agility 📆 Hence, to support Team Europe’s efforts, Expertise France proposes to organize a dedicated event in Marseille on 15 May 2024 in order to promote a joint reflection amongst European development stakeholders and their international partners on priorities and solutions for the creation of strategic, sustainable and secure transport corridors. 💻 Register here to participate 👉 https://lnkd.in/gKXxEcqX 📍 Cosquer Méditerranée, Esplanade du J4 13002 Marseille 🕘 9 AM – 6 PM AFD - Agence Française de Développement Région Sud - Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Grand Port Maritime de Marseille - Port de Marseille Fos

Hong Kong Aims to Boost Exports to Europe via Uzbekistan The Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan and Hong Kong aviation authorities have signed an agreement to facilitate goods exports to Europe, Turkey, Arab states, and beyond through Uzbekistan, positioning the country as a vital transit hub between Asia and Europe. The strategic geographical location of Uzbekistan will enhance its role in global cargo transport, while Hong Kong aims to leverage this route to strengthen trade and logistics. This marks a shift in Hong Kong’s stance, as previous requests for air connectivity from Uzbekistan were declined. The agreement is expected to bolster trade, economic cooperation, and tourism between the regions. For more: https://kun.uz/en/26912772 #UzbekistanNews #Transport #HongKong #Kunuz

*** CHINA BUSINESS NEWS *** TRADE FAIRS China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) serves as an important platform for deepening international cooperation. More than 80 countries and international organizations will hold exhibitions at the fair, with 13 of them, including Portugal and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations holding independent offline exhibitions for the first time. France is guest of honor and a special national pavilion is built to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and France. #CIFTIS #TradeFairs #InternationalCooperation #ChinaTrade #GlobalTrade #FranceChinaRelations #Portugal #FoodAndAgriculture CHINA-AFRICA China signs tax treaties with 21 African countries #ChinaAfrica #TaxTreaties #InternationalTrade #EconomicPartnership #ChinaAfricaRelations #GlobalEconomy #TradeAgreements CHINA-CANADA China announces probes over Canada's tariff hike over certain products #ChinaCanada #TradeDisputes #TariffHike #TradeRelations #InternationalTrade #GlobalEconomics #China

Our Director, Marlon Kerim Weinstabl, on the 10th of September, presented at a prestigious webinar organized by ICEX Spain in collaboration with the Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in Ankara. The webinar, titled "Türkiye, a Rising Logistics Hub: Challenges and Opportunities for the Sector 2024," brought together industry leaders to explore Türkiye’s evolving role as a logistics hub and the exciting opportunities for collaboration between Türkiye and Spain. Marlon highlighted the maritime trade routes and chemical cargo movements between the two countries, as well as the business development and investment prospects. He also presented the success story of Atlantis Tankers, demonstrating the potential for Turkish companies working in Spain's maritime sector. This insightful event, alongside presentations from Nilhan Değer of Med Lojistik A.Ş. and Şayeste Ekinci from the Spanish Economic and Commercial Office, showcased the promising future for Spanish companies in Türkiye's logistics sector. #Turkey #Türkiye #Spain #Maritime #Logistics #Maritimeindustry  #TurkeySpainRelations  #AtlantisTankers  #Businessdevelopment #Internationaltrade #investmentopportunities 

🚢 Exciting News from EFFSAA! 🌍 The Ethiopian Freight Forwarders and Shipping Agents Association (EFFSAA) has officially submitted a bid to host the prestigious 2027 International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) World Congress. This event attracts over 1,000 global logistics leaders and industry stakeholders, making it a significant opportunity for Ethiopia. While previous bids for the 2022 and 2025 congresses faced challenges due to regional security concerns, EFFSAA President Dawit Woubishet presented a compelling proposal at the recent FIATA meeting in Geneva. Competing against the Czech Republic, Ethiopia's position was strengthened by the withdrawal of bids from Israel and Brazil. Dawit highlighted the importance of securing sponsors and maintaining security to support the bid. The proposal also emphasized the Ethiopian government's support and the many tourist attractions in Addis Ababa. Given that FIATA has only held three congresses in Africa in its 100-year history, Ethiopia's bid is particularly compelling amidst the growing significance of the African Continental Free Trade Area. We eagerly await the host announcement in September 2024 at the FIATA World Congress in Panama City. Fingers crossed for Ethiopia! 🇪🇹✨ #Logistics #FreightForwarding #EFFSAA #FIATA2027 #Ethiopia #GlobalTrade #AfricaRising

Saudi Ports Authority "Mawani" Collaborates with Port of Marseille Fos to Foster International Trade Shipping Arabia, June 5, 2024 — In a strategic move to strengthen international maritime collaboration, the Saudi Ports Authority "Mawani" has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Port of Marseille Fos. The agreement, inked during the VISION GOLFE 2024 event in Paris, focuses on several critical areas including digital transformation towards smart ports, environmental sustainability, and the advancement of green port initiatives. The MoU was signed by Omar Hariri, President of Mawani, and Hervé Martel, CEO of the Port of Marseille Fos, under the observance of Fahad Alruwaili, the Saudi Ambassador to France, and Laurent Saint-Martin, CEO of Business France. This collaboration is part of a broader effort to enhance economic ties and foster innovation between the two nations, supporting the National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS) aimed at establishing Saudi Arabia as a pivotal logistics hub across three continents. The signing took place at the French Ministry of Economy, Finance, Industrial Sovereignty, and Digital Affairs, with the patronage of President Emmanuel Macron. This event underscored the importance of international cooperation in trade and digital advancements in port management. Abdullah AlMunif, Vice President of Commercial Business at Mawani, participated in a panel discussion on "The Future of Infrastructure" at the forum. He highlighted ongoing developments and investment opportunities within Saudi ports, which are integral to the Kingdom's vision for its maritime sector. VISION GOLFE 2024 serves as a major annual economic and commercial platform aimed at enhancing trade relations between France and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, drawing participation from key global leaders and decision-makers in the public and private sectors. The Port of Marseille Fos, recognized as one of France's largest ports, plays a crucial role in this international trade framework, facilitating numerous global trade operations. Source: Saudi Ports Authority "Mawani" #SaudiArabia #France #Mawani #Maritime #MarseilleFos #GlobalTrade

Beijing / June 30, 2024 / Global Times Staff — Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed #China’s commitment to advancing its comprehensive strategic partnership with #Peru during a recent state visit by Peruvian President Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra. Xi emphasized the importance of completing the Chancay #Port project on schedule, highlighting it as a key example of China-Peru collaboration under the Belt and Road Initiative (#BRI), according to Xinhua News Agency. The Chancay Port, located in northern Lima, is a major #infrastructure project spearheaded by China's Cosco Shipping Ports, which holds a 60 percent stake in the terminal. Dubbed "the gateway from South America to Asia," the port is expected to become a crucial #transport and #logistics hub on the South Pacific coast, significantly reducing shipping time between China and Latin America. Juan Carlos Capuñay, former Peruvian Ambassador to China, described the project as a transformative initiative that will enhance Peru’s national infrastructure, fostering greater connectivity both regionally and globally. The port will streamline sea transport, resulting in substantial cost savings for trade between South America and Asia. Despite growing pressure from the US, including concerns voiced by General Laura Richardson, commander of the US Southern Command, Peru remains committed to its strategic partnership with China. The recent decision by the Peruvian government to uphold Cosco Shipping Ports' operating rights for Chancay Port ahead of Boluarte’s visit further solidifies this stance. Peru’s latest diplomatic moves underscore its strategic autonomy and its choice to pursue development through cooperation with China, rather than yielding to external pressures. The Chancay Port project remains a symbol of the win-win collaboration between China and Peru, with far-reaching benefits for the entire Latin American continent.

The Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) between India and the Dominican Republic was formally established by signing a protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MIREX) in Santo Domingo on March 12, 2024. Signed by H.E. Mr. Roberto Álvarez, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic, and Mr. Ramu Abbagani, Ambassador of India to the Dominican Republic, the protocol signifies a crucial step in strengthening the economic and commercial ties between the two nations, following its approval by the Union Cabinet on January 24, 2024. This landmark agreement, commemorating 25 years of diplomatic relations, aims to foster cooperation across various sectors, including trade, services, and industrial technologies. The protocol seeks to address industry challenges through technical assistance, training programs, and capacity-building initiatives while facilitating knowledge sharing and adopting best practices. Notably, India imports gold from the Dominican Republic and exports pharmaceuticals, marine products, motor vehicles, and two- and three-wheelers, among other goods. The inaugural meeting of the India-Dominican Republic JETCO is expected to convene soon. #indianews #internationalcooperation #dominicanrepublic #indiabusiness

Will ports be bottlenecks in international trade or generators of development? 🧐 The North Adriatic is a key point for connecting trade flows between the Far East and Europe. It is a geographical area where maritime commodity flows intersect with land transport corridors (W-E, N-S), giving the region a unique strategic advantage. The ports of Venice, Koper, Ravenna, Rijeka, and Trieste, due to natural conditions, agreed on coexistence over a decade ago (NAPA - North Adriatic Port Association) and joint promotion in the global market to be more competitive with the more developed ports in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. 🚢🏗️ Does this kind of cooperation achieve the desired goals, and what are the challenges and opportunities? These are topics we also address at the Logistics Congress. At the Logistics Congres 2023, Andrej Cah unveiled Luka Koper's ambitious plans for the future, showcasing their vision for development and the promising opportunities ahead. This week, the container terminal at Port of Koper (Luka Koper) handled the one-millionth TEU of the year. This throughput was for the first time exceeded in 2022. If you have goals and are ambitious enough, anything is possible. 🚀 Congratulations to Luka Koper for this achievement! 👏👏 This achievement is even more significant in these complex and logistically challenging times. P.S. What do you think about the future of the North Adriatic ports?