Keywords: Protectionism


China vows to open up Amid rising global protectionism

China’s premier pledged on Wednesday that the country will continue to open up, denouncing “unilateral and protectionist practices,” as Beijing seeks to attract foreign investors in the face of the United States’ aggressive trade policy. In recent months, the world’s second-largest......

U.S. job market slows as unemployment rises to 4.2%

The U.S. labor market showed clear signs of weakening in July, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.2%, according to official figures released on Friday. This marks a concerning development for the world's largest economy, as job creation has slowed significantly in recent months. Only 73,000......

Brazil warns of retaliation against potential US tariffs

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has stated that his country will respond with reciprocal measures if the United States imposes tariffs on Brazilian products. Speaking at a press conference in Brasília, Lula emphasized the importance of a relationship based on mutual respect.......

Patrick Rajoelina at Walaw: "African Protectionism, a Necessity in the Face of Global Challenges"

From November 27 to 30, 2024, the city of Tangier is hosting the 16th edition of the MEDays Forum, a major international event dedicated to contemporary global issues. This year's theme, "Sovereignties and Resilience: Toward a New Global Balance," brings together over 250 high-level speakers,......

Unmasking Trade Protectionism: Mezzour's Call for Economic Sovereignty

In a thought-provoking address at a conference organized by Bank Al-Maghrib in Dakhla, Ryad Mezzour, Minister of Industry and Trade, delivered a scathing critique of the protectionist practices employed by certain Western nations. These countries, while championing free competition and economic integration,......