The key decisions now facing Donald Trump which will have a big impact on the Irish economy
The president-elect faces big calls on his high tariff agenda, with many key advisers calling for early moves to lay down a marker
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The Irish Times view on EU tariffs on Chinese EVs: efforts neeeded to avert trade wars
The EU tariff hikes on Chinese electric vehicles are expected to come into force at the beginning of November but a negotiated settlement remains possible
What will the EU’s new Chinese car tariff mean for buyers?
New tariffs will vary by manufacturer, but European car makers deem the measures pointless, even counterproductive
Three big international headwinds that could derail Ireland
Sunak’s Rwanda immigration plan, the election of Donald Trump in the US and a stagnating euro zone economy could all be big problems for us
Biden official claims Ireland changed alcohol labelling rules after US pressure
Objections at World Trade Organisation committee led Ireland to change how measure are applied, US trade representative said in report
EU set to ban forced-labour products with China in its sights
Provisional deal empowers Brussels to investigate and destroy products and could raise trade tensions with Beijing
The global trade system is in desperate need of an overhaul
Our understanding of comparative advantage is confused and damaging
Irish exports slump 6% in 2023 amid global trade slowdown
Declines particularly evident in pharma sector, according to CSO data
Department of Health was urged to show how alcohol label law did not breach WTO rules
Ireland's alcohol labelling law has been raised at the World Trade Organisation, with concerns that it may pose a barrier to trade
The West shouldn’t give up on ‘gentle commerce’ just yet
Although it has been strained in recent years, the link between trade and political liberalisation still holds
Ireland’s plan to bring in health warnings on alcohol products will ‘reduce harm globally’
Eurocare, alliance of 51 organisations trying to reduce alcohol-related harm in Europe, likens move to workplace smoking ban
Alcohol label wars: Ireland’s new warning law faces fight at World Trade Organisation
Cuba has objected on behalf of its rum producers, calling planned cancer warning labels ‘alarmist’ and against EU law
Michael McDowell: We fret about bilingual labels on beer cans, yet ignore gambling
There’s no logic in our health policy approach, which gyrates from one issue or fad to another
Waging war on global trade will be costly
Martin Wolf: The US risks reversing nine decades of hugely successful policy that lifted tens of millions out of poverty
WTO approves vaccine-patent waiver to help combat coronavirus pandemic
Deal delivers a significant blow to vaccine manufacturers but some say it doesn’t go far enough
Donegal tweed could get protected status under EU plan
Initiative aimed at boosting employment and weeding out cheap competition
After six long toxic years, a civilised debate about EU and Brexit
London Letter: Light cast on exit from body in which UK not ‘influential founder member’
African fashion goes global – and takes root in Ireland
Meet the designers behind the businesses here that are responding to surging demand
Cliff Taylor: What would be the economic impact of the UK triggering Article 16?
Smart Money: The risk is the free-trade agreement negotiated so painstakingly could fall apart
US and EU end Trump-era steel trade war
Deal lauded as reset in relations under Biden administration that will boost trade
Africa’s new Covid wave ‘like nothing we’ve seen before’
Just 1.2% of the African population are fully vaccinated, according to the WHO
Carbon border tax would be a climate change ‘persuader’
Common feature of all proposals is a substantial tax on emissions from fossil fuels
Transition to a greener economy needs to accelerate – but how?
Key pressure facing businesses and governments is the pace of required action
Will patent waiver really deliver Covid vaccine worldwide?
Cantillon: Balancing costs of research and needs of poorer countries is a challenge
Mixed views in EU on US-backed vaccine rights waiver
Supporters see waiver as vital in supply of vaccines to developing countries
Government and big pharma face clash on Covid-19 vaccine patent waiver
Two Ministers back US support for patent waiver opposed by pharmaceutical industry
Biden government backs waiving of vaccine intellectual property rights
President Higgins welcomes move as one of ‘immense moral significance in international policy’
Pandemic to be prolonged if vaccine knowledge not shared, says report
Six pharmaceutical plants in Ireland capable of producing vaccines if given knowldge, report states
EU and US agree to suspend tariffs on billions of euro worth of trade
Boost for Kerrygold and Baileys as US tariffs lifted
Call for Ireland to support making vaccine technology openly available
Irish organisations’ open letter to Taoiseach says ‘united action’ needed on Covid-19
Italy’s empty ski slopes, Trump’s demolished casino and astronaut CV essentials
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G7 leaders promise to ensure poorer countries have access to vaccines
Group did not agree on an approach to share stocks of Covid-19 vaccines
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin: The life and times of a Dublin prelate
From Cabinteely curate to Archbishop of Dublin
The Irish Times view on the EU-China investment treaty: what price a trade deal?
EU “strategic autonomy” has been central to the European response to Donald Trump’s go-it-alone diplomacy
Saudi Arabia to reopen borders with Qatar in bid to end bitter Gulf dispute
Rapprochement comes three years after Gulf states cut diplomatic and transport ties with Doha
Irish economy dodges a bullet as Brexit trade deal agreed
Trade deal between the EU and UK means damaging tariffs will be avoided
Norbrook blames ‘manufacturing issues’ for 11 per cent revenue drop
Company founded by the late Edward Haughey planning for a no-deal Brexit
UK cabinet minister rules out extension to Brexit transition period
Current arrangements expire at end of this month when the UK leaves the EU
Paying 15c more for a loaf after Brexit? Irish bakeries eye flour beyond Britain
Plans to stockpile and source alternative supplies from EU, and mitigate UK tariffs
Taoiseach hopeful of Brexit deal while both sides remain in talks
UK and EU to continue trade negotiations after agreement to ‘go the extra mile’
Biden urges Congress to approve Covid relief package
Investigators in New York reported to have stepped up their inquiry into Trump tax affairs
Deal or no deal: What are the key differences post-Brexit for Ireland?
Failure to reach agreement between UK and EU would hit trade and hurt consumers
Ireland wants €100bn in trade with Asia-Pacific region by 2025, says Martin
Ireland’s membership of UN Security Council should help strengthen relationships in region, according to Taoiseach
Cliff Taylor: Deal or no deal we are now heading for a hard Brexit
Smart Money: Whatever happens the economy will be hit
Why inflation could be on the way back
Martin Wolf: Today’s monetary largesse could lead to tomorrow’s price growth
Brexit: EU will not ratify deal if UK tries to break international law, says Coveney
Pressure mounting for breakthrough ahead of EU leaders’ video conference
Stock markets dial B for Biden and rejoice at vaccine newsflash
All eyes on how and when governments unwind extraordinary economic supports
Government urged to establish new wage support scheme for Brexit-impacted firms
Food industry body says sector will need €700m in financial supports over three years
US election: European politicians pin hopes on Biden victory
Some prematurely congratulate Democrat, while others optimistic on climate accord
Hard Brexit will have ‘substantial’ affect on Gaeltacht companies, review warns
Preparations for Brexit hit by Covid-19
What will Biden’s plan to bring investment back to US mean for Ireland?
Smart Money: Massive exports to the US from the Irish pharma sector in the spotlight
Bake-off soy sauce tweet backfires for UK trade ministry
Department tried to piggyback on Japan-themed episode of Great British Bake Off
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