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The 129th Canton Fair Opens Today, 2.7 Million Products Ready for Global Businesses with an Optimized Experience

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Free trade agreements, International trade, Cities in China, Guangzhou, Canton Fair, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Canton

b'GUANGZHOU, China, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) today opens its 129th session, also its third digital exhibition.

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  • b'GUANGZHOU, China, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) today opens its 129th session, also its third digital exhibition.
  • 260 thousand exhibitors present record-breaking 2.7 million products across 16 categories, 82 thousand of which will be new products.\nExhibitors will showcase their products through cutting-edge digital presentations such as pictures, videos, 3D and livestreams, including 2,600 virtual reality showrooms and 137 online new product launches.\nXu Bing, spokesperson of Canton Fair, noted that the 129th Canton Fair, built on the previous two digital sessions successfully held in 2020, has further optimized its digital platform to facilitate accessible and convenient business communication between suppliers and buyers.\n"The Canton Fair has been promoting trade exchanges and stabilizing the global industrial supply chain over the years, and we hope the 129th session can contribute to China\'s new development pattern where domestic and foreign markets can boost each other," Xu said.\nThis year\'s Canton Fair brings functional improvements to enable efficient business matching, including leveraging resources in livestreams, allowing easy access to the Help Center, offering an upgraded Exhibitor Centre management tool, and providing an intelligent customer service system with multiple language support.\nAiming to provide buyers with an optimal experience throughout the grand online international trade event, the Fair is also embracing an inclusive participation with targeted market segment incentives and activities.
  • Focusing on "Belt and Road Initiative" and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) countries, the Canton Fair has been working closely with international business associations.
  • 44 pre-exhibition virtual events hosted in 32 countries with topics covering promotion, matchmaking, and cooperation agreement signing, along with over 300 trainings for overseas buyers, email direct marketing and global partnership programs, have helped global buyers understand their targeted industries and product categories of interest showcased at the Canton Fair.\nTo allow buyers to do barrier-free business across borders, the Canton Fair is introducing a wide range of supporting services, such as professional settlements, financing to insurance, logistic support for transportation, inspection to quality certification, as well as online customs support and policy interpretation.\nRegister for the Canton Fair at https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/en/register/selectiveId for more opportunities!\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-129th-canton-fair-opens-toda...\n'

Newly announced egg and poultry programs to support economic activity and growth in communities across Canada

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Livestock, Free trade agreements, Agriculture, International trade, Animal welfare, Animal rights, Agriculture in Canada, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, Trans-Pacific Partnership, Poultry farming, Egg as food, Poultry

b"OTTAWA, ON, April 13, 2021 /CNW/ - Canada's 4,800 egg and poultry farmers welcome today's announcement of the two new programs that have been created by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to mitigate the market impacts caused by the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) over the next 10 years.\nThe first program will directly support egg and poultry farmers as they make ongoing improvements to their operations and enhance the long-term efficiency and sustainability of their farms.

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  • b"OTTAWA, ON, April 13, 2021 /CNW/ - Canada's 4,800 egg and poultry farmers welcome today's announcement of the two new programs that have been created by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to mitigate the market impacts caused by the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) over the next 10 years.\nThe first program will directly support egg and poultry farmers as they make ongoing improvements to their operations and enhance the long-term efficiency and sustainability of their farms.
  • Egg Farmers of Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada, Turkey Farmers of Canada, and Canadian Hatching Egg Producers thank The Honourable Minister Bibeau and her team for championing poultry and egg farmers.\nToday's announcement is about the $691 million in programs being put in place as a result of the impact of the CPTPP on the egg and poultry sectors.
  • We look forward to continuing this work with the government to address the losses caused by the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement.\nEgg Farmers of Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada, Turkey Farmers of Canada and Canadian Hatching Egg Producers are the voice of farmers in Canada's supply-managed poultry and egg sectors.
  • We are a stabilizing force in rural Canada and a part of Canada's economic solution, contributing $11.1 billion to the GDP and supporting over 144,000 jobs.\n"

Blueberries Medical Signs Framework Agreement with YVY Life Sciences of Uruguay

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Friday, March 26, 2021
Continents, Americas, South America, Vaccinium, Customs unions, Economy of South America, Free trade agreements, Trade blocs, Blueberry, Mercosur, Uruguay, Berry

This is Blueberries first agreement in Uruguay and the next step in Blueberries international growth strategy under way.

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  • This is Blueberries first agreement in Uruguay and the next step in Blueberries international growth strategy under way.
  • With this agreement, Blueberries will expand its reach to a new jurisdiction, and through the Mercosur Regional Free Trade Bloc, will gain access to Brazil.
  • Under the Framework Agreement, Blueberries and YVY will structure collaborative plans, initially starting with mutual development of strains and genetics in Colombia, and consequently registration of those cultivars both in Colombia and Uruguay.
  • This will provide a fast-track opportunity to register Blueberries proprietary genetics in Uruguay, thus allowing the partners to cultivate and export dry flower of Blueberries strains from Uruguay.

EU-UK trade and cooperation agreement: Council requests European Parliament's consent

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Saturday, February 27, 2021
Foreign relations of the European Union, Free trade agreements of the European Union, Free trade agreements, Politics of the European Union, EU–UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement, Brexit withdrawal agreement, European Union free trade agreements

The Council has today requested the European Parliament's consent to its decision on the conclusion of the EU-UK trade and cooperation agreement and a security of information agreement.

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  • The Council has today requested the European Parliament's consent to its decision on the conclusion of the EU-UK trade and cooperation agreement and a security of information agreement.
  • This will be the last step for the EU in the ratification of the agreements.
  • Negotiators reached an agreement on an EU-UK trade and cooperation agreement and a security of information agreement on 24 December 2020.
  • On 29 December 2020 the Council adopted the decision on the signing of the EU-UK trade and cooperation agreement and a security of information agreement and their provisional application as of 1 January 2021.

Tricor Group Releases 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report Focusing on Impact of RCEP on Vietnam and COVID-19 Recovery

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Professional services, Health, Infectious diseases, Consulting, Research, Science, Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, Asia-Pacific, Economy of Asia, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Apac

In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Vietnam and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Key Points: 
  • In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Vietnam and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report provides a blueprint for global and local enterprises looking to leverage and capitalize on the new opportunities expected to be created by the RCEP.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report, which draws from qualitative and quantitative data, suggests that, despite numerous roadblocks and pending uncertainties ahead, new opportunities are on the horizon for global businesses in 2021, such as the numerous benefits offered by RCEP.
  • Tricor serves 50,000 clients, including ~2,000 companies publicly listed in Asia and over 40% of the Fortune Global 500 companies.

Tricor Group Releases 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report Focusing on Impact of RCEP on Thailand and COVID-19 Recovery

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Infectious diseases, Finance, Public relations, Investor relations, Communications, Professional services, Health, Retail, Supply chain management, Other Professional Services, Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, Asia-Pacific, ASEAN, Economy of Asia, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Apac, Fenofibrate

In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Thailand and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Key Points: 
  • In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Thailand and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
  • Dyland Mah, Managing Director, Tricor Thailand , said: The RCEP brings together different countries with different outlooks and prospects.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report provides a blueprint for global and local enterprises looking to leverage and capitalize on the new opportunities expected to be created by the RCEP.
  • Tricor serves 50,000 clients, including ~2,000 companies publicly listed in Asia and over 40% of the Fortune Global 500 companies.

Tricor Group Releases 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report Focusing on Impact of RCEP on Singapore and COVID-19 Recovery

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Finance, Consulting, Banking, Professional services, Human resources, Free trade agreements, International trade, Countries, Trade blocs, Asia-Pacific, ASEAN, Economy of Asia, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Singapore, Apac

In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Singapore and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Key Points: 
  • In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Singapore and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
  • Ho Lon Gee, CEO & Managing Director, Tricor Singapore , said: "The RCEP is expected to greatly enhance regional cross-border trade, which is at the very heart of Singapore's open and export-oriented economy.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report provides a blueprint for global and local enterprises looking to leverage and capitalize on the new opportunities expected to be created by the RCEP.
  • This expertise reinforces our leadership in the region as the go-to partner for enterprises seeking to expand throughout Asia Pacific and beyond.

Tricor Group Releases 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report Focusing on Impact of RCEP on Malaysia and COVID-19 Recovery

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Finance, Consulting, Banking, Professional services, Human resources, Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, Asia-Pacific, Free trade areas, Economy of Asia, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Apac, Fenofibrate

In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Malaysia and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Key Points: 
  • In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Malaysia and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
  • Tricor Malaysia is committed to walking alongside and supporting our partners in cross-border endeavors throughout the region.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report provides a blueprint for global and local enterprises looking to leverage and capitalize on the new opportunities expected to be created by the RCEP.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report puts into perspective that, despite numerous hurdles and oncoming uncertainties, there are always new opportunities on the horizon for businesses in 2021.

Tricor Group Releases 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report Focusing on Impact of RCEP on Mainland China and COVID-19 Recovery

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Consulting, Data management, Professional services, Technology, Human resources, Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, Asia-Pacific, ASEAN, Economy of Asia, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Cooperative, Tricor Mainland China, Richful Deyong (RFDY), a Tricor Company

In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in mainland China and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Key Points: 
  • In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in mainland China and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
  • Apart from reflecting positively on mainland Chinas goal of cooperative economic development between countries, mainland China will likely reap numerous economic benefits from RCEP participation, according to Tricors report.
  • And, as purchasing power in Asia grows, RCEP is likely to encourage Asian trade for Asia, according to Tricors report.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report provides a blueprint for global and local enterprises looking to leverage and capitalize on the new opportunities expected to be created by the RCEP.

Tricor Group Releases 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report Focusing on Impact of RCEP on Japan and COVID-19 Recovery

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Sunday, January 31, 2021
Infectious diseases, Finance, Public relations, Investor relations, Communications, Professional services, Health, Retail, Supply chain management, Other Professional Services, Free trade agreements, International trade, Trade blocs, Asia-Pacific, ASEAN, Economy of Asia, Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, Apac

In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Japan and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

Key Points: 
  • In particular, Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report focuses on how the landmark implementation of the RCEP in 2021 is likely to enhance market openness and create new opportunities for global enterprises in Japan and APAC against the challenging backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
  • While RCEP opens new doors for trade and investment in Japan, rerouting supply chain networks can also bring more complexity.
  • We look forward to working with global businesses and investors to reap the benefits afforded by the RCEP in Japan.
  • Tricor Groups 2021 Asia Pacific Trade Report provides a blueprint for global and local enterprises looking to leverage and capitalize on the new opportunities expected to be created by the RCEP.