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- 1WTO to Review EU Carbon Border Mechanism After Russian Challenge●WTO to Review EU's Carbon Border Mechanism Challenged by Russia
The World Trade Organization will examine the European Union's carbon border adjustment mechanism following a formal challenge by Russia. Moscow argues the tariff on carbon-intensive imports, including steel and fertiliser, discriminates against non-EU exporters. The dispute adds to wider criticism of the mechanism from trading partners who see it as protectionist green policy, while the EU defends it as essential to meeting climate goals.
- 2China International Industry Fair 2026 set for Shanghai●The # China # International # Industry # Fair 2026 (#CIIF 2026) will bring more than 3,000 # exhibitors and 10 specializ
The China International Industry Fair 2026 will be held in Shanghai from October 12 to 16, 2026, with more than 3,000 exhibitors and 10 specialized industry shows. Organizers position it as one of the year's largest sourcing and technology business platforms, drawing manufacturers, suppliers and buyers from China and abroad to showcase industrial innovation and trade opportunities.
- 3WTO, ADB and World Bank launch TS4D initiative in Asia-Pacific▼2026 News items - WTO, Asian Development Bank and World Bank bring TS4D initiative to Asia and the Pacific
The World Trade Organization, the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank are bringing the Trade for Sustainable Development (TS4D) initiative to Asia and the Pacific in 2026. The programme aims to expand support for sustainable trade across the region, and the three institutions have announced the rollout as part of their 2026 news items.