Global Trade Alert
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We monitor policies that affect global trade.
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Our updated #Tariff Deals Booklet includes a new alignment scorecard comparing policy commitments across US bilateral #trade agreements, covering cooperation on export controls, sanctions, and supply chain resilience.
Access and download the Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
Access and download the Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
November 27, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Our updated #Tariff Deals Booklet includes a new alignment scorecard comparing policy commitments across US bilateral #trade agreements, covering cooperation on export controls, sanctions, and supply chain resilience.
Access and download the Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
Access and download the Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
Today's NZZ features a front-page interview with our founder
Simon Evenett. In the piece, he provides a candid assessment of the current #tradepolicy environment and the recent US-Swiss trade agreement.
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Simon Evenett. In the piece, he provides a candid assessment of the current #tradepolicy environment and the recent US-Swiss trade agreement.
🎙️ www.nzz.ch/wirtschaft/w...
November 20, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Today's NZZ features a front-page interview with our founder
Simon Evenett. In the piece, he provides a candid assessment of the current #tradepolicy environment and the recent US-Swiss trade agreement.
🎙️ www.nzz.ch/wirtschaft/w...
Simon Evenett. In the piece, he provides a candid assessment of the current #tradepolicy environment and the recent US-Swiss trade agreement.
🎙️ www.nzz.ch/wirtschaft/w...
🌱The latest Global Trade Insights examines climate-related #tradepolicy trends.
#G7 front-loaded measures 2020-24, then scaled back sharply in 2025. Developing countries continue building capacity. The timing raises questions at #COP30.
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#G7 front-loaded measures 2020-24, then scaled back sharply in 2025. Developing countries continue building capacity. The timing raises questions at #COP30.
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The Climate Policy Window Is Closing—But Only for Some Countries
Dear Reader, Wealthy nations have locked in their green industrial policies and are now pulling up the ladder. G7 countries have sharply reduced new climate-motivated trade and industrial policy measu...
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November 13, 2025 at 1:55 PM
🌱The latest Global Trade Insights examines climate-related #tradepolicy trends.
#G7 front-loaded measures 2020-24, then scaled back sharply in 2025. Developing countries continue building capacity. The timing raises questions at #COP30.
www.linkedin.com/pulse/climat...
#G7 front-loaded measures 2020-24, then scaled back sharply in 2025. Developing countries continue building capacity. The timing raises questions at #COP30.
www.linkedin.com/pulse/climat...
New IMF Working Paper authored by our Founder Simon Evenett and others examines how industrial policies have changed since the global financial crisis, drawing on data from GTA's New #IndustrialPolicy Observatory (NIPO).
Access the full paper here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Indu...
Access the full paper here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Indu...
Industrial Policy Since the Great Financial Crisis - Global Trade Alert
IMF Working Paper 2025/222
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November 5, 2025 at 8:39 AM
New IMF Working Paper authored by our Founder Simon Evenett and others examines how industrial policies have changed since the global financial crisis, drawing on data from GTA's New #IndustrialPolicy Observatory (NIPO).
Access the full paper here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Indu...
Access the full paper here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Indu...
We have updated our #Tariff Deals Booklet, now covering nine bilateral US tariff-related agreements
📥Download the updated Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
The update includes four recently announced deals with ASEAN countries and a new scorecard comparing agreement types.
📥Download the updated Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
The update includes four recently announced deals with ASEAN countries and a new scorecard comparing agreement types.
October 30, 2025 at 11:13 AM
We have updated our #Tariff Deals Booklet, now covering nine bilateral US tariff-related agreements
📥Download the updated Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
The update includes four recently announced deals with ASEAN countries and a new scorecard comparing agreement types.
📥Download the updated Booklet here: globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
The update includes four recently announced deals with ASEAN countries and a new scorecard comparing agreement types.
🚫 The European Union has published the 19th #sanctions package against #Russia, targeting energy imports, payment systems, and Russia’s shadow fleet.
For details and official sources, access the Global Trade Alert database entry: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
For details and official sources, access the Global Trade Alert database entry: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
October 29, 2025 at 12:50 PM
🚫 The European Union has published the 19th #sanctions package against #Russia, targeting energy imports, payment systems, and Russia’s shadow fleet.
For details and official sources, access the Global Trade Alert database entry: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
For details and official sources, access the Global Trade Alert database entry: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
The US has published the details of its #trade deals with Malaysia and Cambodia, as well as framework agreements with Thailand and Vietnam.
📊Our visuals provide a high-level summary of each arrangement.
🔴Access our Real-Time Tariff Watch blog for more: globaltradealert.org/reports/Real...
📊Our visuals provide a high-level summary of each arrangement.
🔴Access our Real-Time Tariff Watch blog for more: globaltradealert.org/reports/Real...
October 28, 2025 at 7:40 AM
The US has published the details of its #trade deals with Malaysia and Cambodia, as well as framework agreements with Thailand and Vietnam.
📊Our visuals provide a high-level summary of each arrangement.
🔴Access our Real-Time Tariff Watch blog for more: globaltradealert.org/reports/Real...
📊Our visuals provide a high-level summary of each arrangement.
🔴Access our Real-Time Tariff Watch blog for more: globaltradealert.org/reports/Real...
A recent @financialtimes.com article examines #China's #industrialpolicy and productivity growth.
It draws on Global Trade Alert data documenting over 7,500 Chinese subsidy measures since 2009.
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It draws on Global Trade Alert data documenting over 7,500 Chinese subsidy measures since 2009.
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China’s innovation paradox
Industrial policy has delivered impressive technological gains without productivity growth
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October 23, 2025 at 7:29 AM
A recent @financialtimes.com article examines #China's #industrialpolicy and productivity growth.
It draws on Global Trade Alert data documenting over 7,500 Chinese subsidy measures since 2009.
www.ft.com/content/b444...
It draws on Global Trade Alert data documenting over 7,500 Chinese subsidy measures since 2009.
www.ft.com/content/b444...
Our G20 Trade Policy Factbook 2025 shows that the motives behind #industrialpolicy have shifted.
Governments increasingly cite #nationalsecurity, geopolitical, and resilience concerns over climate change mitigation.
Access the full Factbook here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
Governments increasingly cite #nationalsecurity, geopolitical, and resilience concerns over climate change mitigation.
Access the full Factbook here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
October 21, 2025 at 6:52 AM
Our G20 Trade Policy Factbook 2025 shows that the motives behind #industrialpolicy have shifted.
Governments increasingly cite #nationalsecurity, geopolitical, and resilience concerns over climate change mitigation.
Access the full Factbook here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
Governments increasingly cite #nationalsecurity, geopolitical, and resilience concerns over climate change mitigation.
Access the full Factbook here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
📢 Today, we release the 2025 edition of the Global Trade Alert G20 Trade Policy Factbook
G20 #trade policies remain active & defensive, with rising coercive measures, targeted #subsidies, & services restrictions affecting global commerce.
Read here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
G20 #trade policies remain active & defensive, with rising coercive measures, targeted #subsidies, & services restrictions affecting global commerce.
Read here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
October 7, 2025 at 9:02 AM
📢 Today, we release the 2025 edition of the Global Trade Alert G20 Trade Policy Factbook
G20 #trade policies remain active & defensive, with rising coercive measures, targeted #subsidies, & services restrictions affecting global commerce.
Read here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
G20 #trade policies remain active & defensive, with rising coercive measures, targeted #subsidies, & services restrictions affecting global commerce.
Read here: globaltradealert.org/reports/G20-...
📢 The latest GTA Monthly Roundup is now available
We summarise 575 new #trade and #industrialpolicy interventions from the past four weeks, with particular attention to developments in the United States, China, and the European Union.
Access it here: globaltradealert.org/blog/GTA-Mon...
We summarise 575 new #trade and #industrialpolicy interventions from the past four weeks, with particular attention to developments in the United States, China, and the European Union.
Access it here: globaltradealert.org/blog/GTA-Mon...
GTA Monthly Roundup: September 2025 - Global Trade Alert
This Roundup summarises 575 new trade and industrial policy interventions documented by the GTA team during September 2025. The report provides geographic analysis focusing on the United States, China...
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October 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM
📢 The latest GTA Monthly Roundup is now available
We summarise 575 new #trade and #industrialpolicy interventions from the past four weeks, with particular attention to developments in the United States, China, and the European Union.
Access it here: globaltradealert.org/blog/GTA-Mon...
We summarise 575 new #trade and #industrialpolicy interventions from the past four weeks, with particular attention to developments in the United States, China, and the European Union.
Access it here: globaltradealert.org/blog/GTA-Mon...
🪵 #US imposes #Section232 #tariffs on timber, lumber & derivative products
Effective 14 Oct 2025:
• 10% on softwood timber & lumber
• 25% on upholstered wood (30% from Jan 2026)
• 25% on cabinets/vanities (50% from Jan 2026)
UK cap: 10%, EU/Japan: 15%.
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Effective 14 Oct 2025:
• 10% on softwood timber & lumber
• 25% on upholstered wood (30% from Jan 2026)
• 25% on cabinets/vanities (50% from Jan 2026)
UK cap: 10%, EU/Japan: 15%.
globaltradealert.org/state-act/90...
September 30, 2025 at 11:20 AM
🪵 #US imposes #Section232 #tariffs on timber, lumber & derivative products
Effective 14 Oct 2025:
• 10% on softwood timber & lumber
• 25% on upholstered wood (30% from Jan 2026)
• 25% on cabinets/vanities (50% from Jan 2026)
UK cap: 10%, EU/Japan: 15%.
globaltradealert.org/state-act/90...
Effective 14 Oct 2025:
• 10% on softwood timber & lumber
• 25% on upholstered wood (30% from Jan 2026)
• 25% on cabinets/vanities (50% from Jan 2026)
UK cap: 10%, EU/Japan: 15%.
globaltradealert.org/state-act/90...
📢 Today at #WTOPublicForum, GTA in 3 sessions:
🔃 Trade Readjustment & WTO Reform (10:45, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
💰 Subsidies & Industrial Policy (13:30, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🤖 Digital Trade & AI Facilitation (15:15, Room B) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🔃 Trade Readjustment & WTO Reform (10:45, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
💰 Subsidies & Industrial Policy (13:30, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🤖 Digital Trade & AI Facilitation (15:15, Room B) www.wto.org/english/foru...
September 18, 2025 at 6:32 AM
📢 Today at #WTOPublicForum, GTA in 3 sessions:
🔃 Trade Readjustment & WTO Reform (10:45, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
💰 Subsidies & Industrial Policy (13:30, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🤖 Digital Trade & AI Facilitation (15:15, Room B) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🔃 Trade Readjustment & WTO Reform (10:45, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
💰 Subsidies & Industrial Policy (13:30, Room E) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🤖 Digital Trade & AI Facilitation (15:15, Room B) www.wto.org/english/foru...
🎯 Need a clear guide to Trump’s #tariffs and their implications for #globaltrade?
To cut through the noise, we have consolidated our resources on #Trump tariffs into a single page.
📖 Access the full set of resources here: globaltradealert.org/blog/One-Sto...
To cut through the noise, we have consolidated our resources on #Trump tariffs into a single page.
📖 Access the full set of resources here: globaltradealert.org/blog/One-Sto...
September 10, 2025 at 7:30 AM
🎯 Need a clear guide to Trump’s #tariffs and their implications for #globaltrade?
To cut through the noise, we have consolidated our resources on #Trump tariffs into a single page.
📖 Access the full set of resources here: globaltradealert.org/blog/One-Sto...
To cut through the noise, we have consolidated our resources on #Trump tariffs into a single page.
📖 Access the full set of resources here: globaltradealert.org/blog/One-Sto...
The US amends scope of #reciprocaltariffs. Effective today, some goods are excluded while others are subject to #tariffs at rates from 10–41%
Our Database entry contains detailed product lists, affected trading partners, and the full scope of the measure: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
Our Database entry contains detailed product lists, affected trading partners, and the full scope of the measure: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
September 8, 2025 at 10:33 AM
The US amends scope of #reciprocaltariffs. Effective today, some goods are excluded while others are subject to #tariffs at rates from 10–41%
Our Database entry contains detailed product lists, affected trading partners, and the full scope of the measure: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
Our Database entry contains detailed product lists, affected trading partners, and the full scope of the measure: globaltradealert.org/state-act/94...
📦 On 29 August, the #US ended its de minimis exemptions for low-value imports. #Postal services worldwide responded with suspensions, restrictions, and limited reopenings.
Full details and updates are tracked in our live blog:
globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
Full details and updates are tracked in our live blog:
globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
September 4, 2025 at 11:56 AM
📦 On 29 August, the #US ended its de minimis exemptions for low-value imports. #Postal services worldwide responded with suspensions, restrictions, and limited reopenings.
Full details and updates are tracked in our live blog:
globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
Full details and updates are tracked in our live blog:
globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
📦Global Suspensions of #Parcel Shipments to the #US
Global Trade Alert has published a tracker collecting official announcements by postal services worldwide following the US suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment, effective 29 August 2025.
🔗 globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
Global Trade Alert has published a tracker collecting official announcements by postal services worldwide following the US suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment, effective 29 August 2025.
🔗 globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
De Minimis No More: Tracking Global Suspensions of Parcel Shipments to the US - Global Trade Alert
Latest Update: 28 August 2025, 16:00 CET
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August 29, 2025 at 10:38 AM
📦Global Suspensions of #Parcel Shipments to the #US
Global Trade Alert has published a tracker collecting official announcements by postal services worldwide following the US suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment, effective 29 August 2025.
🔗 globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
Global Trade Alert has published a tracker collecting official announcements by postal services worldwide following the US suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment, effective 29 August 2025.
🔗 globaltradealert.org/reports/Glob...
🌀What does resilience mean for trade in today’s volatile environment?
On Whiteshield’s Trade Winds in the Gulf podcast, Simon Evenett and Raed Safadi discuss securitisation of #trade, resilience, #technology, and the Gulf region’s role
🎧 Full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=si2C...
On Whiteshield’s Trade Winds in the Gulf podcast, Simon Evenett and Raed Safadi discuss securitisation of #trade, resilience, #technology, and the Gulf region’s role
🎧 Full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=si2C...
Economic Talks with Raed Ft. Professor Simon Evenett
YouTube video by Whiteshield
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August 21, 2025 at 7:40 AM
🌀What does resilience mean for trade in today’s volatile environment?
On Whiteshield’s Trade Winds in the Gulf podcast, Simon Evenett and Raed Safadi discuss securitisation of #trade, resilience, #technology, and the Gulf region’s role
🎧 Full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=si2C...
On Whiteshield’s Trade Winds in the Gulf podcast, Simon Evenett and Raed Safadi discuss securitisation of #trade, resilience, #technology, and the Gulf region’s role
🎧 Full episode: www.youtube.com/watch?v=si2C...
🔎Our new Thread tracks all #Section232 investigations initiated by the United States in 2025 under the #Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
Only investigations formally announced by the #US Government are included.
🧵 bit.ly/4mI9E8a
Only investigations formally announced by the #US Government are included.
🧵 bit.ly/4mI9E8a
August 19, 2025 at 11:44 AM
🔎Our new Thread tracks all #Section232 investigations initiated by the United States in 2025 under the #Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
Only investigations formally announced by the #US Government are included.
🧵 bit.ly/4mI9E8a
Only investigations formally announced by the #US Government are included.
🧵 bit.ly/4mI9E8a
We have updated the #US Market Access Scorecards and the Relative Trump #Tariff Advantage Chart Book.
The update adds aluminium and steel derivative products to the coverage and incorporates MFN rates into the analysis.
🔢 globaltradealert.org/reports/US-M...
📊 globaltradealert.org/reports/Rela...
The update adds aluminium and steel derivative products to the coverage and incorporates MFN rates into the analysis.
🔢 globaltradealert.org/reports/US-M...
📊 globaltradealert.org/reports/Rela...
August 18, 2025 at 9:22 AM
We have updated the #US Market Access Scorecards and the Relative Trump #Tariff Advantage Chart Book.
The update adds aluminium and steel derivative products to the coverage and incorporates MFN rates into the analysis.
🔢 globaltradealert.org/reports/US-M...
📊 globaltradealert.org/reports/Rela...
The update adds aluminium and steel derivative products to the coverage and incorporates MFN rates into the analysis.
🔢 globaltradealert.org/reports/US-M...
📊 globaltradealert.org/reports/Rela...
📢 New Release: The Tariff Deals Booklet
Several major #tariff agreements have already been signed, our Tariff Deals Booklet compares them all.
Visuals, #export risks, investment pledges, and more. Updated as new agreements are confirmed.
globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
#Trade
Several major #tariff agreements have already been signed, our Tariff Deals Booklet compares them all.
Visuals, #export risks, investment pledges, and more. Updated as new agreements are confirmed.
globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
#Trade
Tariff Deals Booklet - Global Trade Alert
A visual guide to the U.S. tariff-related deals
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July 31, 2025 at 11:32 AM
📢 New Release: The Tariff Deals Booklet
Several major #tariff agreements have already been signed, our Tariff Deals Booklet compares them all.
Visuals, #export risks, investment pledges, and more. Updated as new agreements are confirmed.
globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
#Trade
Several major #tariff agreements have already been signed, our Tariff Deals Booklet compares them all.
Visuals, #export risks, investment pledges, and more. Updated as new agreements are confirmed.
globaltradealert.org/reports/Tari...
#Trade
🚫 #Malaysia imposes new controls on advanced #AI chips.
Effective 14 July 2025, #exports, transit, and transhipment of high-performance chips and related tech now require a Strategic #Trade Permit.
For full details, access GTA Database entry here: bit.ly/3Ix8QEr
Effective 14 July 2025, #exports, transit, and transhipment of high-performance chips and related tech now require a Strategic #Trade Permit.
For full details, access GTA Database entry here: bit.ly/3Ix8QEr
July 16, 2025 at 7:43 AM
🚫 #Malaysia imposes new controls on advanced #AI chips.
Effective 14 July 2025, #exports, transit, and transhipment of high-performance chips and related tech now require a Strategic #Trade Permit.
For full details, access GTA Database entry here: bit.ly/3Ix8QEr
Effective 14 July 2025, #exports, transit, and transhipment of high-performance chips and related tech now require a Strategic #Trade Permit.
For full details, access GTA Database entry here: bit.ly/3Ix8QEr
The GTA #US Tariff Measure Inventory 2025 provides a detailed overview of major US tariff actions introduced this year.
It includes HS codes, exclusions, #tariff rates & policy summaries and covers the April 2 EO, Fentanyl EO & Section 232 cases.
📊 globaltradealert.org/blog/US-Tari...
It includes HS codes, exclusions, #tariff rates & policy summaries and covers the April 2 EO, Fentanyl EO & Section 232 cases.
📊 globaltradealert.org/blog/US-Tari...
July 15, 2025 at 10:18 AM
The GTA #US Tariff Measure Inventory 2025 provides a detailed overview of major US tariff actions introduced this year.
It includes HS codes, exclusions, #tariff rates & policy summaries and covers the April 2 EO, Fentanyl EO & Section 232 cases.
📊 globaltradealert.org/blog/US-Tari...
It includes HS codes, exclusions, #tariff rates & policy summaries and covers the April 2 EO, Fentanyl EO & Section 232 cases.
📊 globaltradealert.org/blog/US-Tari...
The #US announced new reciprocal #tariffs for 14 trading partners, effective from 1 August. This follows earlier executive actions and suspension notices issued in April.
Access full details, including country-specific tariff rates and affected HS codes: bit.ly/3IjXjrQ
Access full details, including country-specific tariff rates and affected HS codes: bit.ly/3IjXjrQ
July 9, 2025 at 9:34 AM
The #US announced new reciprocal #tariffs for 14 trading partners, effective from 1 August. This follows earlier executive actions and suspension notices issued in April.
Access full details, including country-specific tariff rates and affected HS codes: bit.ly/3IjXjrQ
Access full details, including country-specific tariff rates and affected HS codes: bit.ly/3IjXjrQ
Our new Briefing shows Western #industrialpolicy shifting from #climate goals to #security concerns. The EU stands out from G7 members, South Korea & Australia by maintaining a stronger emphasis on climate objectives and subsidy-based measures.
🔗https://bit.ly/4li7hZF
🔗https://bit.ly/4li7hZF
The Evolution of Western Industrial Policy From Climate Goals to Geopolitical Strategy: Is the EU Bucking The Trend? - Global Trade Alert
ZEITGEIST SERIES BRIEFING #70
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July 8, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Our new Briefing shows Western #industrialpolicy shifting from #climate goals to #security concerns. The EU stands out from G7 members, South Korea & Australia by maintaining a stronger emphasis on climate objectives and subsidy-based measures.
🔗https://bit.ly/4li7hZF
🔗https://bit.ly/4li7hZF