Tariff Tracker

China’s New Instant VAT Refund Policy: Boost to Tourism and Retail, Amid Tariff Tensions

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China's new real-time VAT refund system enables foreign tourists to receive instant tax rebates at the point of purchase, aiming to boost domestic consumption and streamline the retail-tourism experience.

Mapping Tariff Risk: Which Chinese Cities Are Most Exposed to Foreign Trade?

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As global trade tensions escalate, this article maps China’s regional trade exposure—identifying which provinces and cities are most vulnerable to tariffs and how local policies are responding.

India Must Avoid Trade Shortcuts Amid US-China Tariff Tensions: GTRI

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According to a GTRI report released on April 21, 2025, India could benefit from US tariffs on China; however, exporters must follow trade rules compliant with the US customs regulations.

How GCC Economies are Navigating Trump's 2025 Tariffs Better Than the Rest

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Under Trump's 2025 tariffs, GCC economies are outperforming regional peers, aided by oil wealth and growing trade ties with Asia.

How U.S. Tariffs Could Reshape the Philippine Economy and Key Export Sectors

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Discover how new U.S. tariffs could affect Philippine trade, electronics, garments, and agriculture, and what it means for foreign investors in 2025.

Singapore Forms Taskforce to Safeguard Economic Growth

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Singapore unveils economic taskforce to address global trade risks and maintain investor confidence ahead of elections.

EU and UAE Agree to Launch Free Trade Talks: Outlook and Opportunities

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The EU and UAE are set to launch formal trade talks aiming for a comprehensive agreement covering goods, services, and strategic sectors.

China’s Economy Beats Expectations in Q1 2025 - Can Momentum Last? 

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While strong export growth helped China’s economy beat expectations in Q1 2025, the impact of US tariffs may test its resilience. We look at China's latest economic indicators.

Vietnam Reduces MFN Tariff Rates on Strategic Imports: Decree 73

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Vietnam reduces Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariffs on key imports under Decree 73/2025/ND-CP ("Decree 73") to enhance trade relations and supply chain access.

UAE-India CEPA at Three Years: Trade and Investment Growth, Opportunities

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The UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) accelerates bilateral trade, boosting market efficiency.

How Indian Exporters Can Offset Trump Tariffs Using US Foreign-Trade Zones

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Amid Trump-era tariff tensions, Indian analysts see import-export opportunities via the US Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) system, as the central government launches a national help desk to support its domestic traders.

Egypt and the US Sign US$235 Million Locomotive Deal, Amid Tariff Uncertainty

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Amid global tariff uncertainty, Egypt and US trade ties reinforced with a US$235 million railway modernization deal.

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