españolFood: Global Prices up to June 2020Thursday, July 2, 2020 Explained by the uncertainty reported in the markets due to covid-19 disease, in June 2020 the global food price index registered a 2% variation from the previous month. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reported that due to market uncertainty caused by covid-19 disease, prices of vegetable oils, sugar and dairy products rebounded to their highest level in several months after sharp declines in May, while in the cereals and meat markets most prices came under downward pressure. EU Pressures NicaraguaFriday, December 20, 2019 The European Parliament's plenary session proposes that the European Commission apply the democratic clause in the EU-Central America Association Agreement, which would involve Nicaragua's withdrawal from the agreement. Almost two years after the start of the political and economic crisis in Nicaragua, MEPs are proposing to sanction the Ortega administration with the eventual withdrawal of the country from the trade agreement. Europe is Not Easy for Non-Traditional ExportsWednesday, October 3, 2012 Although there is a market in the EU for Nicaraguan non-traditional products, producers face tough requirements and controls in order to conquer it. In 2013 the trade component of the Association Agreement with the European Union will come into effect, which will liberalize most of the Central American export goods. New Round CA – EU With PanamaMonday, March 22, 2010 A negotiation round for an association agreement between Central America and Europe starts this week, covering commercial aspects. Pending topics include access for Central American agriculture products to Europe (banana and sugar) and sustainable development. C.A. Considering EU Negotiation Without HondurasMonday, July 13, 2009 Looking to not delay the final process of the negotiation, the region will analyze if they continue without the participation of Honduras. The Guatemalan chancellor, Haroldo Rodas, spoke about the subject: "In the future, when its crisis is resolved, Honduras could rejoin". Honduras: Exports to Europe GrowingMonday, September 26, 2011 The old continent is the main destination for foreign sales made by the country. Coffee, farmed shrimp, bananas and sugar are the leading products in Honduran exports to the European Union, accounting for 35% of the total in the first half of the year. All you need to know for exports to EuropeThursday, July 17, 2008 The European Commission has an Export Helpdesk in Internet that provides you with all the information that exporters need for trouble-free sales to Europe. And it's all free of charge! As well as high-value information on Customs codes, tariffs, trade statistics, and all the necessary paperwork, the portal has links to a virtual market where exporters can make offers and importers list their requirements. Panama Enters EU NegotiationThursday, March 4, 2010 The European Union formally accepted the inclusion of Panama in the negotiations for an Association Agreement with Central America. This way, EU recognizes Panama as part of the Central American block, despite the fact that it is not a member of the Central American Economic Integration Secretary (SIECA). EU Would Approve Including Panama In C.A. NegotiationsWednesday, March 3, 2010 The European Union would announce its formal incorporation into the negotiations tomorrow. As a requisite for being included in the project, Panama has accepted all the items already negotiated and closed. Central America and the EU Advance in Association AgreementThursday, March 25, 2010 Negotiating teams closed chapters on health and food health measures in the Association Agreement between the two blocks. The announcement was made by Roberto Echandi, Costa Rica’s chief negotiator, who explained they also closed the technical regulations chapter. EU Maintains Honduras in AgreementWednesday, September 2, 2009 The European Commission "doesn't want to leave Honduras isolated" in the Association Agreement negotiations. The measure fostered by Spain for leaving Honduras out of the negotiations has not been backed by other countries in the EU. C.A. Readies Next U.E. RoundTuesday, August 11, 2009 In the upcoming meeting, the most urgent topics will be reviewed and tentative dates will be set for restarting U.E. negotiations. This meeting will be held from August 19 to 20, in San José, Costa Rica. EU has Flexible Position on PlasticWednesday, May 13, 2009 The countries of the isthmus may import resins for plastic manufacture in the region for subsequent export. The chief Costa Rican negotiator, Roberto Echandi, also reported that progress was made in some service areas. EU trade agreement could be delayedWednesday, July 23, 2008 Negotiations with the European Union on an Association Agreement might be delayed longer than expected. It might take until the end of 2009, and the accord might not go into effect until 2014. Enrique Lacs, former economic minister of the economy for Guatemala and former negotiator of the trade agreements made between Guatemala and the United States and Mexico, says he thinks the negotiations will take more time while aspects of policies, cooperation and market access are hammered out. EU-CAAA Analysis: Nervous ProducersFriday, May 21, 2010 The Agreement with the European Union was closed this week; although nearly two years will pass before it take effect, the analysis of potential gains and losses is well underway. Consolidating the tariff benefits of the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), was labeled as a major accomplishment for Central America’s European-bound production. |
|
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 - last update: 5:47 pm
|
|
2080
×
![]()