The Rise of the Indo-Pacific in the Global Supply Chain

Amid trade tensions and emerging technologies, Indo-Pacific countries are poised to play an increasing role in the global value chain. Protectionism, decoupling, regionalization, and Covid-19 have shaped and reshaped value chains in the last five years. The pandemic and other geopolitical dynamics have revealed the deeper interconnectedness between economies, with China remaining a central player.…

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Philippines Aims to Become Asia’s Next Logistics Hub with U.S. Support

The Philippines is positioning itself as the next major manufacturing and logistics hub in Asia, leveraging its strengthening ties with the United States. This strategic move comes as part of a broader effort to enhance defense and economic collaborations under the current administration. Recently, the U.S. pledged to boost investments in the Philippines’ transport infrastructure,…

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The Critical Need for Women Leaders in Supply Chain

The supply chain industry, once predominantly male, is now witnessing a significant shift towards gender diversity. Despite progress, achieving greater gender equality remains a work in progress. A recent survey indicates that while women make up approximately 39% of the supply chain workforce, they hold only 25% of leadership roles. This underrepresentation limits the potential…

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Blockchain Technology Transforms Supply Chains Beyond Finance

Blockchain technology is revolutionizing supply chains across various industries, offering transparency, security, and efficiency that extend far beyond its origins in finance. Blockchain’s inherent transparency, thanks to a decentralized ledger system, ensures that each transaction is recorded on a public ledger. This capability enhances accountability and trust in supply chains by enabling quick and easy…

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ICTTM Enters New Partnership to Promote Trade Transparency and Economic Equity for Lebanese Producers

London, United Kingdom – May 22, 2024 – The International Centre for Trade Transparency and Monitoring (ICTTM) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Fair Trade & Tourism Lebanon (FTTL). This strategic agreement will grant FTTL members complimentary access to the beta version of ADAMftd (Advanced Data Analytics and…

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ICTTM Forms New Partnership to Enhance Economic Activity and Regulatory Compliance for Biotech and Pharma Companies

London, United Kingdom – May 22, 2024 – The International Centre for Trade Transparency and Monitoring (ICTTM) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Market Access Today (MAT), a fast-growing biotech and pharma industry news outlet. This strategic partnership will offer MAT readers complimentary access to the beta version…

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100% Free Courses and Certifications in International Trade Now Available for Everyone, Provided by the International Trade Council Academy

SINGAPORE, May 21, 2024  — The International Trade Council proudly announces the launch of the International Trade Council Academy, a revolutionary online learning platform offering 100% free courses and certifications to anyone interested in international trade, including import, export, trade finance, foreign direct investment, logistics, and supply chains. This initiative aims to democratize international trade…

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Sports Retailer Implements Large-Scale Robotics Solution at French Site

A leading contract logistics provider has successfully implemented a large-scale robotics solution for a major global sporting goods retailer in Europe. This advanced solution aims to enhance order processing speed, adapt to seasonal demand fluctuations, and boost overall operational efficiency. Rui Marques, managing director of the logistics provider in France, highlighted the benefits: “This tote-to-person…

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Thai Trainees Enhance Skills in Advanced Fruit Logistics and Modern Agriculture Techniques in China

A specialized training class on fruit logistics has commenced for 10 participants from southern Thailand in Haikou, the capital of China’s tropical province of Hainan. Starting on Sunday, the course will provide cutting-edge knowledge on tropical fruit logistics and processing, alongside the latest technologies and development trends in modern and smart agriculture. The trainees will…

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