News US officially closes de minimis loophole in tariff crackdown WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order eliminating duty-free de minimis treatment for low-value imports from China. Read More »
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Amazon Haul extends invitations to Chinese sellers NEW YORK – Amazon is ramping up its efforts to expand Amazon Haul, its budget-friendly online marketplace aimed at attracting Read More »
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News SEC withdraws defence of climate risk disclosure rules WASHINGTON – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has withdrawn its defence of rules mandating the disclosure of climate-related Read More »
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News Jeanswest enters administration, set to close all stores PERTH – Australian fashion brand Jeanswest has entered voluntary administration for the second time in just five years, as its Read More »
Let’s talk wool: 90th IWTO Congress 17th June 2021 No Comments The 90th IWTO Congress celebrated the creation of the first global wool trading standards, drafted 90 years ago. Soon, the textile trade will be tied Read More »