Sanctioned countries including Iran, North Korea, and Russia processed over $100 billion in cryptocurrency last year, using digital assets to evade restrictions and finance military operations.
Iran has resumed maritime shipping with Qatar following a five-month suspension, marking a cautious step toward restoring regional trade after recent conflicts.
Europe’s sharp drop in U.S. LNG imports amid higher Asian prices raises doubts about meeting the EU’s $750 billion energy purchase pledge under the recent trade deal.
The India-Israel bilateral investment agreement, effective from July 2026, aims to enhance investor protection and promote cross-border investments between the two nations.
Japan explores resuming Iranian crude purchases under a limited U.S. sanctions waiver, with buyers seeking extended terms and assurances on tanker safety in the Persian Gulf.
Key US industry representatives and lawmakers from both parties support President Trump’s decision to review the USMCA agreement before renewal to fix trade imbalances and enforcement issues.
U.S. agricultural exports to China declined significantly under Trump’s tariffs, with losses concentrated in key farming regions and soybean shipments cut by three-quarters.
India and Japan committed to a ¥10 trillion investment target and broadened cooperation in AI, metals, energy, and defense to bolster supply chains and regional security.
Ford’s CEO calls for new North American trade talks to favor domestic auto production by penalizing competitors who import more vehicles to the US market.
The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement now includes an annual review mechanism that could extend for a decade, marking a significant shift from traditional free trade agreements.
The United States has declined to renew the USMCA trade agreement in its current form, initiating fresh negotiations with Canada and Mexico to address ongoing trade issues.
A recent Supreme Court decision removes spending limits on political parties, raising concerns that wealthy and out-of-state donors could heavily influence Arkansas races.