DUBAI, April 15 (Reuters) – A Portuguese-flagged container ship, the MSC Aries, was seized by Iran on April 13 for “violating maritime laws”, Iran’s foreign ministry said on Monday,...

In the vast landscape of global trade, there exists a bridge connecting two distant lands—one adorned with the intricate tapestry of ancient traditions, the other pulsating with the vibrancy of modern...

In the intricate web of global commerce, trade agreements serve as the invisible threads that bind economies together, shaping the very fabric of international trade dynamics. As we delve into the realm...

In a world where borders are becoming more blurred than ever before, one cannot underestimate the colossal impact of international trade on shaping the global economy. The intricate web of transactions...

With over 66 countries using the procedure, the TIR system is the international customs transit system with the widest geographical coverage.  Because the TIR Convention 1975 is directly applicable, there...

The Council launched today EUNAVFOR ASPIDES. The objective of this defensive maritime security operation is to restore and safeguard freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and the Gulf. With the launch...

The legal basis for the EU’s trade relations with Israel is the EU-Israel Association Agreement, which entered into force in June 2000. The agreement aims to provide an appropriate legal and institutional...

In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the future of global commerce rests upon the delicate balance struck by international trade agreements. These agreements serve as the backbone of the...

The Import Administration works to promote competition and reduce the cost of living through promotion and diversification of imports. The administration operates on a variety of intra- and inter-ministerial...

This guide provides an overview for consumers who wish to import goods to Israel for their personal use. (more…)