At WTO’s 14th Ministerial Conference in Cameroon, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged transparent, inclusive reforms focused on development, fairness, and consensus.

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With the India–EU FTA, 9,425 tariff lines cleared, opening wider market access and zero-duty opportunities.
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Australian government to cut 500 'nuisance' tariffs - Yes Punjab News Australia to remove 500 nuisance tariffs by July 2026; CPI hits 12-month high at 2.8%, boosting economic reform focus.

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India equities poised for rally as reforms, trade hopes boost outlook: MS Investing.com -- Morgan Stanley said India’s equity market is positioned for a fresh rally, with structural reforms and easing macroeconomic pressures creating conditions for a re-rating of shares. In its latest Asia Pacific strategy update, the brokerage pointed to the likely implementation of the goods and services tax reform, which it said would lift growth prospects and support lower interest rates through 2026. It also cited an improvement in India-China relations that could stabilize supply chains and investment flows. The report highlighted sector-specific reforms as another driver. Telangana’s proposed changes to the electricity sector, if adopted by other states, were described as potentially transformative for the country’s power industry. The analysts noted that India’s economy has already benefited from a combination of lower borrowing costs, higher liquidity and a slower pace of fiscal consolidation in recent months. They said these measures could sustain growth momentum even without additional policy shifts. On the external front, sentiment could improve if trade tensions with the United States ease. A 25% tariff on Indian exports set to take effect on August 27 may be delayed, the report said, while negotiations on a broader India-U.S. trade agreement remain on the table. Despite these positive signals, foreign investor positioning in Indian equities remains low, suggesting room for stronger inflows should confidence rise. Morgan Stanley added that India has both the fundamentals and immediate triggers for equities to move higher, setting the stage for what it described as a “durable rally” in the market. With valuations skyrocketing in 2024, many investors are uneasy putting more money into stocks. Unsure where to invest next? Get access to our proven portfolios and discover high-potential opportunities. In 2024 alone, ProPicks AI identified 2 stocks that surged over 150%, 4 additional stocks that leaped over 30%, and 3 more that climbed over 25%. That's an impressive track record. With portfolios tailored for Dow stocks, S&P stocks, Tech stocks, and Mid Cap stocks, you can explore various wealth-building strategies.

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Positive trade reforms on the horizon Chamwe Kaira  Recent developments point to positive changes in the country’s trade environment, driven by targeted reforms and capacity-building efforts to improve efficiency, market access, and competitiveness, says Almandro Jansen, an analyst with Simonis Storm. In March 2025, the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade launched the Namibian Trade Information Portal. This digital platform centralises key trade information, such as customs procedures, licensing requirements, tariff schedules, investment incentives, and trade regulations.  Jansen explained that the portal reduces red tape and makes trade processes more predictable. “It is particularly beneficial for small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to engage in regional and global markets,” he said. The portal aims to lower transaction costs and support smoother cross-border trade. At the same time, Namibia has strengthened its capacity to manage preferential trade regimes. Through the EU-WTO Rules of Origin Africa Program, the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has created a national pool of Rules of Origin (RoO) trainers.  These trainers will educate public and private sector stakeholders on how to apply RoO provisions under agreements like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the European Union. This effort is set to improve compliance, increase use of preferential tariffs, and help local exporters benefit more from trade deals. Jansen also noted that the government is finalising an international trade management bill. This new legislation will update Namibia’s trade governance by strengthening the country’s negotiating power in international forums, aligning trade rules with global standards, and providing legal tools to protect local industries from unfair practices.  “It is also expected to institutionalise economic diplomacy efforts and create a more enabling environment for industrial development and value addition,” Jansen said. In April 2025, the government announced an investment of N$885 million to upgrade telecommunications and digital infrastructure.  This will support the trade sector by speeding up customs clearance with digital systems, expanding e-commerce access, and improving trade logistics through real-time tracking and data integration.  Jansen believes the investment will reduce operational inefficiencies and boost Namibia’s competitiveness in regional and global trade. Namibia’s trade sector recorded a deficit of N$2.7 billion in March. This was a slight worsening from February’s N$2 billion deficit but an improvement compared to the N$4.6 billion deficit reported in March last year.

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