More Trade News in Brief Week 37 (7 – 13 September 2015)

New DTA Protocols

Switzerland has signed protocols to its double taxation agreements (DTAs) with Norway and Albania.

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EFTA and Georgia Start FTA Talks

The member states of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) and Georgia held a first round of negotiations towards a free trade agreement (FTA).

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New Zealand Seeks Signature of Gulf FTA

New Zealand is looking for a free trade agreement with the Gulf States.

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China & Colombia Initiate FTA Talks

11 May 2012, Beijing

 

China and Colombia agreed  that the two countries should commence discussions on the feasibility of a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA).

 

Among other areas, the deal should increase the access to the Chinese market for the Colombian livestock sector and boost bilateral trade and investment in energy and minerals.

Tax Treaties Talks Between Switzerland and Italy

9 May 2012, Genève

 

Following the positive developments with regard to the tax treaties between Switzerland and various European Union member states, Italy has agreed to resume negotiations on a comprehensive fiscal accord. The negotiations would cover a broad range of fiscal issues, including a withholding tax but also a controversial blacklist of Swiss companies and people compiled by Italy 20 years ago.