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The EU has launched a compliance consultation process at the WTO against Colombia, despite winning a previous dispute settlement case. The EU argues that Colombia is inflating dumping margins using WTO-incompatible methodologies, undermining fair trade practices. This move aims to protect EU exporters' rights and highlight the necessity of adhering to WTO rules in anti-dumping investigations.

We invite Civil Society, NGOs, Business, SME and anyone else who wishes to do so to share with us their experiences on the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)! Express your opinion by participating in one or more of our surveys: Public Consultation survey, Business/SME survey and Preference Utilisation survey.

Access2Markets is a website that helps EU companies that want to sell products and services to non-EU countries. It includes information on tariffs, taxes, procedures, formalities and requirements, rules of origin, export measures, statistics and trade barriers. It is constantly updated with new info and is available in all EU languages.

Eurostat has published the latest economic indicators for May 2024. The first estimates of euro area balance showed a €24.1 bn surplus in trade in goods with the rest of the world in March 2024, compared with +€19.1 bn in March 2023. Discover how the EU economy is performing and what the latest data means for businesses and policymakers.

We are increasing the tariffs on imports into the EU of cereals, oilseeds, and derived grain products from Russia and Belarus from July 1, to stop Russian grain from destabilising EU farm sector, restrict Russia revenues to fund its war on Ukraine and to tackle illegal Russian exports of stolen Ukraine grain into EU markets. These tariffs, while high enough to suppress such imports into the EU in practice, would not affect exports to third countries.

This Memorandum of Understanding is a leap forward in securing more sustainable critical raw materials for the EU, while boosting investment in Australia. Necessary for the green and digital transitions of our economies, good for trade.

Enjoy zero tariffs with New Zealand, increased investment in Angola, a sustainable partnership with Kenya, seamless data flows with Japan, and a modernized framework with Chile. Discover how these deals can benefit you.

Democracy is precious and important – not only for us, but for future generations. The moment is now. Use your vote to shape the future of our Union.

2 years ago, the European Commission, in collaboration with Ukraine and Moldova created the Solidarity Lanes: improved transport routes following Russia’s illegal full-scale invasion. To date, Solidarity Lanes have helped 136 Mt of Ukraine exports (worth €50 bn) and 52 Mt of Ukraine imports from EU (€107 bn).

Did you know that the EU-New Zealand trade agreement is the first of its kind to include a dedicated indigenous chapter? Read more here on the Māori Trade and Economic Cooperation.

During this mandate we've had some absolute trade bangers. Here they are served on a silver (uh, vinyl!) platter for you; Which is your favourite? Be part of the adventure, follow EU Trade on LinkedIn because there’s more coming!

On Tuesday, the European Commission extended anti-dumping measures on imports of birch plywood from Russia to imports from Kazakhstan and Türkiye.

Last week the European Commission countered the circumvention of its anti-subsidy measures on cold-rolled stainless steel (SSCR) from Indonesia by extending the measures to also cover imports from Taiwan, Türkiye and Vietnam.

Our Trade Agreement with Central America - provisionally applied since 2013 - officially entered into force this week. It will continue to deliver economic growth and strengthen cooperation with the Central American countries. Here's to many more fruitful years!

Beef is often perceived as the biggest bone of contention in trade agreements. But trade in agriculture is about so much more. Take dairy – cheeses, butter or cream from Europe are consumed around the globe, and a major source of income for the whole European dairy sector. Interested in understanding how this equation works? Three experts discuss trade, agriculture and the realities of the French dairy sector. Tune in now and subscribe on your favorite platform !!!

The EU-New Zealand trade deal went into effect on Wednesday. Trading with New Zealand just got a lot cheaper and easier. Now, EU exports face no tariffs, giving businesses better access and more opportunities. Find out all you need to know and more on our dedicated webpage.

The 5th EU-Japan High Level Economic Dialogue (HLED) announced an initiative towards stronger collaboration to develop transparent, resilient and sustainable supply chains. It highlighted the ongoing strategic alignment and stressed the importance of continuous and deepened cooperation, both at multilateral and bilateral levels, building upon the successful implementation of the EU-Japan EPA.

Great to be at the Hannover Messe in Germany to hear from the business and industry community what the EU can do for them. And of course, to explain how we are supporting businesses to go global.

The International Procurement Instrument aims to improve market access, level the playing field, and increase opportunities for EU companies in public procurement markets outside the EU. Watch our video for more interesting insights!

The EU Commission's launch of the first-ever investigation under the IPI addresses concerns over China's unfair treatment of foreign companies in its medical device procurement market. Having previously raised its concerns directly and repeatedly with Chinese authorities, and in the absence of satisfactory replies or actions, the Commission has decided to address this issue through the Regulation pursuant to the IPI.