Germany's trade surplus (the balance of exports and imports of goods) increased to 252.9 billion euros ($270 billion), marking the highest surplus since such recordkeeping began after World War II.
READ MORE >December 2016 trade statistics are now available on USA Trade Online. The next update will be March 7, 2017.
READ MORE >Air Cargo News reports that pharmaceuticals and produce are taking advantage of new cold chain logistics opportunities. Maersk Line announced that it has reinforced its commitment to providing solutions for refrigerated cargo trade at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The company recently ordered…
READ MORE >The UK is expected to begin negotiations on exiting the European Union before the end of March. Read more about the UK’s intent to pursue a new strategic partnership with the EU, including a free trade agreement and a new…
READ MORE >The following are highlights of regulatory effective dates and deadlines and federal agency meetings coming up in the next week, according to Sandler, Travis and Rosenberg.
READ MORE >U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a message on January 31 that identifies the different documents it may request to verify duty-free claims. A summary can be found here.
READ MORE >A Seoul court has decided to end the bankruptcy protection of Hanjin Shipping, bringing the world's No. 7 shipping company to an end. The Seoul Central District Court ruled to end the receivership, and the court will likely rule for liquidation…
READ MORE >U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Michael Piwowar announced that the agency is reconsidering how companies should comply with the conflict mineral rule, according to Reuters. The rule requires manufacturers to tell investors if their products contain certain minerals from…
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