Keywords: Trade


China’s economy grows 4.5% in the third quarter, exceeding forecasts

China’s economy expanded by 4.5% year on year in the third quarter of 2026, exceeding market expectations of 4.4% and accelerating from the 4.3% growth recorded in the second quarter, according to official data released on Monday. The figures suggest that economic activity gained some momentum......

Global maritime trade: Who controls the ports, shipping fleets and major trade routes?

Maritime transport remains a cornerstone of the global economy, carrying the vast majority of international merchandise trade by volume. Ports, commercial fleets and major shipping routes form an interconnected network that supports manufacturing, energy supplies and consumer markets worldwide. Yet control......

US seeks to expand its influence in Central Asia amid competition with Russia and China

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Uzbekistan on Sunday at the start of a diplomatic and economic tour of Central Asia and India, as Washington seeks to deepen commercial ties in regions where China and Russia have long maintained significant influence. The visit is intended to strengthen partnerships......

Morocco becomes first North African destination on China’s new liquid ammonia shipping route

China has launched a new international maritime route dedicated to transporting liquid ammonia to North Africa, with Morocco selected as the destination for its inaugural cargo of 30,000 tonnes. The shipment marks a new step in commercial and logistical cooperation between the two countries and could......

US considers easing sanctions on oil tankers to expand global shipping capacity

The United States is reportedly considering a plan to return certain oil tankers affected by sanctions to international commercial operations, including vessels linked to Russia. According to the Financial Times, the proposal under discussion by the administration of President Donald Trump could allow......

Carney warns that US pressure could threaten Canada’s unity ahead of Alberta vote

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned that external pressure is threatening the country’s unity, urging Alberta residents to reject a move that could set the province on a path toward a future independence referendum. Speaking at a pro-Canada rally in Calgary, Carney said the vote was......

Morocco’s trade deficit widens to 352.3 billion dirhams in 2025

Morocco’s trade deficit widened by 15.5% in 2025, reaching 352.3 billion dirhams, compared with 304.9 billion dirhams a year earlier, according to the annual foreign trade report published by the Office des Changes. The deterioration reflects a stronger increase in imports than in exports, highlighting......

Europe accounts for 59.8% of Morocco’s foreign trade in 2025

Europe remained Morocco’s leading trading partner in 2025, accounting for 59.8% of the country’s total foreign trade, according to the annual report published by Morocco’s Office des Changes. Despite a slight decline in its overall share compared with 2024, the continent continued to......

China reaffirms support for North Korea’s leadership as new border bridge opens

China has reiterated its support for North Korea’s socialist development under leader Kim Jong Un as the two countries marked the opening of a new bridge across the Yalu River, reinforcing their long-standing political and economic ties. Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered a video address at the......