Topic: Trade & Sanctions — Neutral reports only
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[2026-01-30 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Even as the US overhauls world trade norms, China’s quiet but influential role in redefining globalisation is impossible to ignore
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[2026-01-30 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Asia region has benefited a lot from trade integration, openness to trade, so that when tariffs were imposed by the US, Asia was subject to the highest level of tariffs.
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[2026-01-30 06:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The latest edition provides statistical information related to Sri Lanka’s external trade and its contribution to major economic indicators such as trade balance. GDP and individual sectoral involvement for the year 2024 and five preceding years.
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[2026-01-30 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Both Sri Lanka and Pakistan agreed in principle to establish a Joint Working Group on IT and telecommunications, cooperate in emerging technologies, and support each other in International Digital and Telecommunications Fora, at the 13th Session of the Sri Lanka-Pakistan Joint Economic Commission (JEC) held on Tuesday in Colombo, reaffirming the strong and longstanding bilateral relations between the Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
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[2026-01-30 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka has entered into a bilateral agreement with CREDENDO, the Export Credit Agency of Belgium, as part of its ongoing external debt restructuring process, marking a significant milestone in the Government’s efforts to restore debt sustainability and revive the national economy.
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[2026-01-29 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Electric vehicles, critical minerals and chips have become flashpoints in the relationship, survey shows
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[2026-01-29 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: As recognised by Canada, the fracturing of the global economy is in full swing. Policymakers and businesses should expect it to continue
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[2026-01-29 15:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: US limits on ASML’s China trade continue to define the company’s growth pattern, with overall sales up despite China revenues falling
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[2026-01-29 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Industries and Manufacturing, Haroon Akhtar Khan, arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday evening. He was received by Trade, Commerce and Food Security Deputy Minister R.M. Jayewardene at the Bandaranaike International Airport. Khan was in Sri Lanka to participate in the Thirteenth Session and Eighth Secretary-level Discussions of the Pakistan–Sri Lanka Joint Economic Commission (JEC) held yesterday (28).
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[2026-01-29 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Plantations and Community Infrastructure Ministry has entered into a strategic partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, and the Government of Australia to accelerate growth in Sri Lanka’s coconut export sector. A cooperation agreement was signed yesterday (28) at the Plantation Industries and Community Infrastructure by Ministry Secretary B.
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[2026-01-28 21:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Ministry of Plantations and Community Infrastructure has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Government of Australia to revitalize Sri Lanka’s coconut industry.
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[2026-01-28 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Brussels diversifies away from China and US risks, while the pact makes India a more attractive place for European firms to sell vehicles and fuel growth
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[2026-01-28 18:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2026-01-28 07:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka is set to make a remarkable presence at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLEDB). With its participation, the island nation aims to showcase its rich food ingredients, premium-quality products, and dynamic export potential on a truly global stage.
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[2026-01-28 07:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Cabinet Spokesman and Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa urged all doctors not to participate in the trade union action initiated by the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA).
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[2026-01-28 07:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the India-European Union trade deal will boost manufacturing in India and also expand services-related sectors in the country. Being dubbed as the “mother of all deals”, the free trade agreement, whose conclusion is set to be announced today, will further strengthen global businesses and investors’ confidence in India, Modi said while inaugurating virtually the India Energy Week here.
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[2026-01-28 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka has performed well in achieving its export targets last year despite headwinds in the global economy, including disruptions triggered by tariff measures introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump. This outcome is a noteworthy achievement under volatile conditions in the world. Yet, Sri Lanka’s traditional export basket remains largely unchanged, and the country must do far more to secure exponential growth in this sector if it is to progress towards upper middle-income status, and to become a developed nation
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[2026-01-28 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: SJB MP Ajith Perera yesterday urged the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to take urgent action regarding the import of “questionable” or substandard coal for the Lakvijaya Power Plant in Norochcholai.
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[2026-01-28 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: US President Donald Trump has announced he is raising tariffs on South Korean imports to 25% after accusing Seoul of “not living up” to a trade deal reached last year.
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[2026-01-28 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: As US president courts rural voters before midterms, growers fear Beijing may retaliate against Trump policies by curbing purchases again
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[2026-01-28 00:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In WhatsApp group chat screen grabs seen by the Post, Choy So-yuk accuses Regina Ip of double standards in defending Judy Chan over alleged traffic offence
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[2026-01-27 22:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: City’s trade to be supported by sustained global growth, improved ties with new markets and strong demand for AI products, authorities say
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[2026-01-27 22:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Both sides are ‘set to benefit’ from the deal that analysts say will underscore broader shifts under way in the global order
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[2026-01-27 20:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The European Union and India have announced a landmark trade deal after nearly two decades of on-off talks, as both sides aim to deepen ties amid tensions with the US.
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[2026-01-27 18:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Trump’s message appears more focused on pushing through the US-South Korean trade bill than on permanently raising tariffs, analysts say
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[2026-01-27 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Trade and the economy to top British prime minister’s agenda as London navigates ‘re-engagement’ with Beijing, analysts say
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[2026-01-27 14:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: US President Donald Trump has announced he is raising tariffs on South Korean imports to 25% after accusing Seoul of “not living up” to a trade deal reached last year.
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[2026-01-27 10:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: South Korea’s tariffs had declined to 15 per cent but will jump back up to 25 per cent if the US president stays true to his word
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[2026-01-27 06:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Although the Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) is engaged in a continuous trade union action, sources from hospitals stated that patient care services were carried out as usual yesterday at leading Government hospitals.
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[2026-01-27 06:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The commencement of operations at Berth Number III of the Colombo East Container Terminal (CECT) marks a significant step in expanding the Port of Colombo’s cargo-handling capacity and strengthening Sri Lanka’s position in regional and global maritime trade, industry officials said.
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[2026-01-27 06:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: India plans to slash tariffs on cars imported from the European Union to 40 percent from as high as 110 percent, sources said, in the biggest opening yet of the country’s vast market as the two sides close in on a free trade pact that could come as early as Tuesday.
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[2026-01-27 05:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The EU, which suspended the deal in protest against Trump’s demand to take over Greenland, has put off a decision until next week
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[2026-01-27 05:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Canada’s prime minister calls Donald Trump a ‘strong negotiator’ ahead of high-stakes USMCA talks
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[2026-01-26 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Ministry of Commerce unveils new resource to help companies navigate the dos and don’ts of complex international markets, and policies will be rolled out appropriately
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[2026-01-26 23:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A potential defence partnership agreement between India and the UAE has fuelled speculation of more rival blocs emerging in the region
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[2026-01-26 22:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Bankers from HSBC, Hang Seng Bank and ICBC Asia tout technology innovation to ease pain points for trade-finance clients
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[2026-01-26 22:24 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
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[2026-01-26 21:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: Sri Lanka’s export sector demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, with total earnings (including merchandise and services) reaching USD 17,252.15 million. This performance reflects a steady annual growth rate of 5.6%, signaling sustained recovery and improving trade conditions on the global stage.
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[2026-01-26 09:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Monetary Authority’s five-year fintech upgrade will streamline SME trade finance and help build the city’s digital trade infrastructure
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[2026-01-26 06:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The 16th Jaffna International Trade Fair (JITF) 2026 was officially declared open on January 23 at the Muttraweli Grounds in Jaffna, bringing together local and international business leaders in a major boost to regional trade and investment.
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[2026-01-26 06:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Batticaloa International Trade Fair 2026 (BITF 2026), one of the most anticipated commercial and trade exhibitions in the Eastern Province, will be held on February 13-15, 2026 at the Shivananda College Grounds, Batticaloa.
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[2026-01-26 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: India’s central bank has proposed that BRICS countries link their official digital currencies to make cross-border trade and tourism payments easier, two sources said, which could reduce reliance on the US dollar as geopolitical tensions rise.
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[2026-01-25 22:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: India and the EU have tried to cut dependence on Russia and the US respectively by diversifying imports and pushing their own domestic manufacturing
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[2026-01-25 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Shenzhen-based company expects to sell 1.3 million cars this year outside mainland China
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[2026-01-25 12:21 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: US President Donald Trump has threatened to slap a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if the country strikes a trade deal with China.
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[2026-01-24 19:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: जर्मनी के चांसलर फ्रीडरिष मैर्त्स ने शुक्रवार को कहा कि यूरोपीय संघ और भारत के बीच व्यापार समझौते की बातचीत का अहम हिस्सा पहले ही तय हो चुका है. उन्होंने यह भी कहा कि यूरोपीय आयोग की अध्यक्ष उर्सुला फॉन डेय लाएन इसी हफ्ते भारत की यात्रा करने वाली हैं, जहां इस समझौते पर हस्ताक्षर किए जाने हैं.
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[2026-01-24 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Huang’s Lunar New Year trip comes as the H200 AI chip faces US export rules and an uncertain China import stance
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[2026-01-24 11:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The ringgit climbed more than 10 per cent against the dollar last year, squeezing the bottom line of the export-reliant market
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[2026-01-24 01:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Similar devices under new and different brands spark questions about potential efforts to circumvent trade curbs and maintain US market access for popular gadgets
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[2026-01-24 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: While exports to the US fell last year, other markets more than made up the difference
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