The World Trade Organisation (WTO) Annual Report 2025 reviews the organization’s activities in 2024 and early 2025, a period marked by resilience, reform, and new challenges in the global trading system. Key Highlights Outlook While the WTO marks its 30th…
Is the infamous Apapa gridlock still a headache for your business? At Africa International Trade and Commerce Research (AITCR), in partnership with the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry. AITCR is committed to finding solutions that drive Nigeria’s economic progress.…
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, but the ease or difficulty of moving goods across borders often determines how competitive countries can be. This is where National Trade Facilitation Committees (NTFCs) play a crucial role. Established under the…
Plastics are now a cornerstone of global trade and the economy, yet their environmental costs are staggering. In 2023, global plastics trade exceeded $1.1 trillion (323 million metric tons), with over 78% of production traded internationally. Alarmingly, 75% of all…
China’s intellectual property environment continues to attract foreign interest, with 94,000 trademark registration applications submitted by non-Chinese entities in the first half of 2025, reflecting a 7.4% year-on-year growth, according to the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). This steady rise…
In a significant step toward advancing innovation and economic collaboration, Morocco and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to deepen cooperation in industrial property rights. The agreement was formalized during the 66th General Assembly…
The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) has officially unveiled its inaugural Case Digest, a landmark publication that consolidates rulings and legal decisions made by URSB Registrars in their quasi-judicial capacities. The Digest is set to become a pivotal resource for…
In a landmark moment for the Kingdom’s innovation landscape, the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP)has officially issued its 20,000th patent, cementing Saudi Arabia’s growing reputation as a regional leader in intellectual property rights and technological advancement. This achievement marks…
In a decisive step toward advancing its agri-food industry, the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC) and the National Federation of Agri-Food (FENAGRI) have signed a landmark partnership agreement in Casablanca. This collaboration is designed to transform the…
UNDP Report – July 2025 Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) face unique structural barriers to growth, from a lack of seaport access to high trade costs, climate vulnerabilities, and limited financing options. Representing 7% of the world’s population but only 1.1%…