Current global tensions and policy uncertainty could be 'turning point' for world trade: SM Lee

If the trade-to-GDP ratio starts to fall, there will be "serious economic and strategic implications",  says Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the Singapore Maritime Week. Read More

Heightened tensions & policy uncertainty could be ‘turning point’ for world trade, S’pore committed to staying open: SM Lee

Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong delivered the Singapore Maritime Lecture on Mar. 24, on the opening day of the Singapore Maritime Week conference. He warned about "choppy waters" ahead for Singapore ... Read More

OECD lowers global growth projections over tariffs, uncertainty

That was due to "higher trade barriers in several G20 economies and increased geopolitical and policy uncertainty ... between major global economies "would hit growth around the world and add to ... Read More

Trade War Expected to Weigh on Global Economy

Growth outlooks in the United States and several other countries are projected to slow this year and next, as uncertainty on trade and economic policy takes a toll. Read More

Global trade in flux: Navigating policy volatility and structural shifts

International trade is once again in the spotlight. A new Monthly Briefing from UN DESA examines the evolving dynamics, offering insights into both the risks and potential opportunities ahead. Read More

Global ocean shipping industry faces uncertainty amid Trump trade tensions

The global ocean shipping industry that handles 80% of world trade is navigating a sea of uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump stokes trade and geopolitical tensions with historical foes ... Read More

Trump trade threats compound global ocean shipping uncertainty

LONG BEACH, California (Reuters) - The global ocean shipping industry that handles 80% of world trade is navigating a sea of uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump stokes trade and ... Read More

Heightened tensions, policy uncertainty could signal ‘turning point’ in world trade: SM Lee

SM Lee was speaking at a lecture during the opening of the Singapore Maritime Week. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read More

Trump trade threats compound global ocean shipping uncertainty

US threats of hefty tariffs and million-dollar port fees raise alarms Experts call protectionist moves by US 'unprecedented' Global shipping rates soften, weakening carriers' hand as contract ... Read More

Trump Trade Threats Compound Global Ocean Shipping Uncertainty

The global ocean shipping industry that handles 80% of world trade is navigating a sea of uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump stokes trade and geopolitical tensions with historical foes as ... Read More