Canada and the EU launched a digital trade pact that will reshape the global tech industry.
New rules. New standards, dictated by Team EU-Canada!

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#europe #europeanunion #canada #carneyeffect #markcarney #digitaltradepact #digitaltradepact #digitaltrade #Team #EU-Canada

EU’s visit to China highlights rising concerns over product safety and cross‑border e‑commerce, signalling tougher EU scrutiny as digital trade becomes central to EU‑China relations.
#EUChina #DigitalTrade #Ecommerce #TradePolicy

US Calls Out UPI, Data Rules As Trade Barriers Ahead Of Deal USTR flags Indias UPI rules, data localization and internet shutdowns as digital trade barriers, also criticizes high farm tariffs and other non tariff hurdles for US firms

Web Server Hosting US Calls Out UPI, Data Rules As Trade Barriers Ahead Of Deal Arise Server #TradeBarriers #DigitalTrade #DataLocalization #UPIRules #USTradePolicy

The
@USTradeRep
has published the 2026 National Trade Estimate Report. Of particular importance was USTR’s highlighting of #digitaltrade barriers, a key U.S. strength and source of growth.

SIIA Statement on the Failure of the WTO Ministerial Conference to Reach Agreement on a Permanent Extension of E-Commerce Duty Moratorium - SIIA SIIA reacts to WTO e-commerce moratorium lapse, urges swift global agreement.

At @siia.net, we commend Ambassador Greer and the USTR team for championing the #ecommerce moratorium at the WTO. Its expiration is a setback for #DigitalTrade and the global economy—swift, constructive action is needed to restore it.

The failure to extend the WTO’s moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions is a self-inflicted setback on #DigitalTrade. For 25+ years, countries agreed: tariffs on digital transmissions hurt everyone. 1/2

E-commerce Duties Moratorium Expires at WTO Talks WTO e‑commerce duties moratorium expired Mar 30, 2026 after 28 years (since 1998); 164 WTO members now face tariff uncertainty for digital transmissions.

E-commerce Duties Moratorium Expires at WTO Talks: WTO e‑commerce duties moratorium expired Mar 30, 2026 after 28 years (since 1998); 164 WTO members now face tariff uncertainty for digital transmissions. 👈 Read full analysis #Ecommerce #WTO #DigitalTrade #Tariffs #Moratorium

EU and CPTPP agree to progress with "historic" digital trade deal, Canada's international trade minister says The European Union and the parties to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership agreed on Friday to move ​forward with reaching a "historic" digital trade agreement bet...

The European Union and the parties to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership agreed on Friday to move ​forward with reaching a "historic" digital trade agreement between both ​trading blocs.

#europe #cptpp #digitaltrade

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UK, Singapore Seal Digital Trade Agreement UK and Singapore accelerate a bilateral digital trade pact reported Mar 28, 2026; the move responds to WTO deadlock among 164 members and targets cross-border data rules.

UK, Singapore Seal Digital Trade Agreement: UK and Singapore accelerate a bilateral digital trade pact reported Mar 28, 2026; the move responds to WTO deadlock among 164 members and targets cross-border data rules. 👈 Read full analysis #DigitalTrade #UKSingapore #CrossBorderData #TradeAgreement #WTO

WTO Adopts First Global Digital Trade Rules WTO members advanced baseline digital trade rules on Mar 28, 2026 (Investing.com); compare EU DMA (2022) and CPTPP (2018) for likely effects on cross-border data flows.

WTO Adopts First Global Digital Trade Rules: WTO members advanced baseline digital trade rules on Mar 28, 2026 (Investing.com); compare EU DMA (2022) and CPTPP (2018) for likely effects on cross-border data flows. 👈 Read full analysis #DigitalTrade #WTO #GlobalTrade #TradeRules #CrossBorderData

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Co-authored w/ Carolina von der Weid & Marília Maciel: our Diplomacy.edu piece on #WTO Ministerial—digital trade crossroads.

Bridge divides w/ ICT for developing nations (Africa case), eye MC14 for liberalization/tax balance.

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#DigitalTrade

Digital Trade: The New Battlefield Nobody’s Talking About A new Hinrich Foundation report maps 2,587 #digitaltrade commitments across 163 agreements. While the #US bulldozes bilateral deals, the world quietly builds multilateral frameworks. The room is getting built without Washington. #globalTrade #dataflows #CPTPP

A new Hinrich Foundation report maps 2,587 #digitaltrade commitments across 163 agreements. While the #US bulldozes bilateral deals, the world quietly builds multilateral frameworks. The room is getting built without Washington. #globalTrade #dataflows #CPTPP

Cross-Border Data Governance & International Digital Trade Law: Building Trust in a Borderless Digital Economy Data is flowing across borders more than ever and accounts for a significant portion of international trade in the digital economy today. From a small e-commerce seller in India to a multinational firm, there is not one digital transaction which does not depend on cross-border data flow. The key question: How do we regulate data across borders in a way that builds trust, establishes privacy and security, while still complying with different laws on the books?

Most businesses, scaling fast—but ignoring:cross-border data laws & digital trade regulations.https://t.ly/q0W4S

#DataGovernance #CrossBorderData #DigitalTrade #DataPrivacy #TechPolicy #GlobalBusiness #CyberSecurity #StartupTips #DigitalEconomy #Compliance #FutureOfTech #Innovation #BusinessGrowth

Economia digital na encruzilhada | Outras Palavras Conferência na OMC traz oportunidades. Em jogo, moratória de tributação sobre comércio eletrônico, com potencial de atingir as big techs. Renovação não contribui para debate regulatório. África aprese...

Escrevo com Marília Maciel e Carolina von der Weid artigo sobre a próxima conferência ministerial da World Trade Organization (OMC) e suas implicações para a economia digital, o Brasil e o Sul Global.

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#digitaltrade #digitaleconomy #GlobalSouth #Brazil #Africa

Why Digital Services Like Coupang Are Central to the U.S.-Korea Trade Deal - CCIA As U.S. and South Korean negotiators work to implement their new trade agreement, policymakers in Washington should be asking a simple but uncomfortable

Digital services are often overlooked in traditional trade circles, but the math says they’re central to our economic future and provide one-third of all revenue from Korea. Check out the latest from @econwags: ccianet.org/articles/why... #DigitalTrade

US backs digital tariff ban as India resists - Yes Punjab News US lawmakers seek permanent WTO ban on digital tariffs before MC14, with India’s opposition a major hurdle.

US backs digital tariff ban as India resists yespunjab.com?p=229634

#WTO #DigitalTrade #MC14 #USTradePolicy #IndiaUS #Ecommerce #Tariffs #GlobalTrade #AdrianSmith #ITIF #TradePolicy #Semiconductors #AIeconomy #FarmSubsidies #WorldEconomy

Why Digital Services Like Coupang Are Central to the U.S.-Korea Trade Deal - CCIA As U.S. and South Korean negotiators work to implement their new trade agreement, policymakers in Washington should be asking a simple but uncomfortable

Full analysis here: ccianet.org/articles/why... #DigitalTrade #TradePolicy

Did you know digital services are the single largest source of U.S. commercial revenue in South Korea? Companies like @Coupang are the backbone of the U.S.-Korea trade relationship. It's time trade policy reflects this digital reality. Read more: ccianet.org/articles/why... #DigitalTrade

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EU and Canada eye digital trade deal, in wake of US hostility The commissioned announced Friday, that the EU and Canada have begun to negotiate a so-called ‘Digital Trade Agreement’, with the aim of boosting legal certainty and fair digital trade across the Atla...

1️⃣ The #EU and #Canada have officially launched negotiations for a new Digital Trade Agreement. Amid rising transatlantic trade tensions and US hostility, this pact aims to secure legal certainty and ensure fair digital trade. #DigitalTrade 🌍

🎁🗞️ @euobserver.com

Making the comprehensive agreement (CETA) even more comprehensive (comprehensiver?) #digitaltrade

Issues of particular concern include heavy-handed application of digital competition regulations and proposed revenue transfers from video streaming services. By properly addressing these issues, Germany and the U.S. can help restore stability to transatlantic trade. #DigitalTrade #Streaming 2/2

CCIA's Jonathan McHale (top-middle) at the at the Washington International Trade Conference.

Dismantling global barriers to #DigitalTrade is essential to ensuring strong returns on investment in digital services.“ You can't get a return unless you reach global markets, and unless these barriers are addressed, the ability for the US to offer these... 1/2

2026 Washington International Trade Conference - WITA The Washington International Trade Conference brings together leaders in international trade from across the U.S. and around the world to explore the trade landscape and look toward the future of...

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⚖️ Data drives #DigitalTrade & economic growth, but governments must balance openness with regulation.

Join our webinar on March 6 to explore emerging rules on cross-border data flow, their impacts, and challenges for developing countries.

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📢 Final reminder for #DigitalTrade professionals:

We’re just hours away from TradeExperettes’ “Digital Road to Yaoundé” webinar (15:00 CET).

Join the discussion on trade, AI, and inclusive growth ahead of #WTO MC14.

Register now ⬇️
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📢 #DigitalTrade professionals:

Ahead of #WTO MC14, join TradeExperettes’ “Digital Road to Yaoundé” webinar on 12 Feb, 15:00 CET for a timely discussion:

“Trade & Frontier Technologies: Harnessing AI for Inclusive Growth.”

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TrendWatch: Deals With US, EU, Australia: Joining The Dots Of India's Trade Arc

4/4 Mukherjee weighs potential gains from these deals with concerns of WTO compliance, US protectionism, and fast changing geopolitical dynamics

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Listen to the podcast:
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#DigitalTrade #GlobalTrade