Murmansk to Begin Grain Exports Using Fertiliser Loading Gear
Russia's Arctic port of Murmansk will use fertiliser-loading equipment to handle its first grain exports, as the Black Sea route remains closed.
Economy
EU and Philippines Reach Substantial Agreement on Free Trade Deal
The EU and the Philippines have reached substantial agreement on a free trade deal covering nearly €30 billion in annual trade, with finalisation expected within one to two years.
Zimbabwe seals funding deal to modernise Chirundu border post
Zimbabwe announced a funding agreement with private partners to upgrade the Chirundu border with Zambia, easing delays on a vital copperbelt trade route.
Gadkari Urges Sugar Mills to Diversify into Bio-Energy, Warns Plain Sugar Future Uncertain
Nitin Gadkari calls for sugar mills to pivot to CBG, ethanol and bio-manure, citing Rs 22 lakh crore fossil fuel imports and stubble burning concerns.
Biofuel output set to climb nearly 70% by 2030, study warns of land and food risks
A new study says global biofuel production could rise almost 70% by 2030, with feedstock land needs potentially doubling and raising food security and deforestation concerns.
Burnham Seeks 'Trusted Partner' Role for Britain in EU's Made in Europe Plan
Andy Burnham pushes for UK access to the EU's Made in Europe scheme, warning that exclusion would damage the British car industry and EU supply chains.
Euro zone bond yields slip as Iran hints at Hormuz reopening
Euro zone bond yields fell for a second day after Iran raised the prospect of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices lower.
Slovak PM Fico Urges EU Emergency Summit on Soaring Fuel Prices
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico criticised the EU for failing to address rising fuel prices and called for an emergency summit on the issue.
China Signals Support for Automaker Investment in Europe
China's commerce minister told Germany's auto industry association head that Beijing backs Chinese automaker investment in Europe and is committed to trade consultations with the EU.
China Adds Two Fentanyl Precursor Chemicals to Export Control List
China has placed two piperidone compounds on its drug precursor export control list, requiring permits for exports to the US, Mexico and Canada.
Use By vs Best Before: Decoding Food Labels as Regulators Tighten Scrutiny
Food regulators are tightening scrutiny of date labels on packaged products, prompting a closer look at what 'use by' and 'best before' actually mean.
Hormuz Traffic Slumps to Two Vessels as Tankers Come Under Attack
Commodity vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to two on Monday, even as two tankers were attacked in separate incidents.
Sinograin Sets Second September Soybean Auction Days Before Trump-Xi Summit
Sinograin will hold its second large-scale imported soybean auction this month on Monday, days ahead of the Trump-Xi summit in Washington.
Macron Urges EU to Delay Methane Reporting Rules Amid Energy Crunch
French President Emmanuel Macron has asked the European Commission to postpone new methane reporting rules for oil and gas importers by a year, warning of legal risks as energy supplies tighten.
Goyal: India Poised to Drive Global Growth Through Partnerships
Piyush Goyal says India is positioned to power global growth, citing FTAs, infrastructure spending and GST reforms.
US and Chinese Investors Keep Betting Across the AI Divide as Trump and Xi Meet
Investors on both sides of the US-China AI rivalry keep funding each other's tech sectors, even as leaders meet in Washington.
Macron says Trump talks opened diplomatic path on Strait of Hormuz
Macron says talks with Trump in New York explored ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and boost oil shipments, with further discussions expected in coming days.
Victoria Proposes Green Power Mandate for New Data Centres
Victoria has proposed requiring new data centres to source their own renewable power, avoid residential and rural zones, and use recycled water for cooling.
Yen Slides for Third Straight Day as Doubts Grow Over BOJ's Rate-Hike Pace
The yen fell for a third day against the dollar as traders questioned whether the Bank of Japan will raise rates fast enough to close the gap with global peers.
TRAI Mandates Shorter Voice-and-SMS-Only Recharge Plans for Low-Income Users
TRAI has amended consumer protection rules to require telecom operators to offer affordable voice-and-SMS-only recharge plans across multiple validity periods.