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The Challenges and Solutions for Flexible Plastic Packaging Waste – Insights for Europe and North America
Flexible plastic packaging, such as films, wraps, pouches, sachets, and labels, has become an indispensable part of modern economies.
March 9, 2026
Singapore and the European Union deepen economic partnership as Digital Trade Agreement enters into force
The European Union (EU)-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement (EUSDTA) enters into force today. This milestone follows the signing of the EUSDTA by Ministerin-charge of Trade Relations Grace Fu and EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič on 7 May 2025 in Singapore.
February 2, 2026
EU and India conclude landmark Free Trade Agreement
The EU and India concluded negotiations today for a historic, ambitious and commercially significant free trade agreement (FTA), the largest such deal ever concluded by either side.
January 30, 2026
Political Risk Outlook
Our trusted global risk data and expertise empower multinational organisations to enhance resilience, drive sustainable growth, and secure competitive advantage by identifying, analysing and monitoring location-specific risks and opportunities across operations, supply chains and investments.
December 15, 2025
EU and Indonesia Conclude Negotiations on Fee Trade Agreement
Following the political agreement reached on 13 July by President von der Leyen and President Prabowo Subianto, today the EU and Indonesia finalised negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA).
September 23, 2025
2025 State of the Union Address by President von der Leyen
Europe is in a fight. A fight for a continent that is whole and at peace.
September 12, 2025
S’pore makes digital ‘passport’ to track plastic items to boost recycling, extend Semakau’s lifespan
SINGAPORE – Singapore is creating what is said to be a world-first digital “passport” for plastics to boost recycling as its sole landfill in Semakau is running out of space in 10 years.
September 2, 2025
Tariff Heat Sees Europe Heighten Focus on Vietnam and Indonesia
Trade and geopolitical tensions are prompting European companies to plough more investment and trade into South-east Asia; business expansion and landmark FTAs are being inked
August 12, 2025
Whiplash to Resilience: Corporate Real Estate in the New World Order
Our analysis shows that while the temporary tariff reduction provides companies with breathing room, the 'China+N' strategy has become a standard operating model rather than just a response to tariffs.
August 11, 2025
Awareness to action: Insights for a Greener Built Environment
Evidence in support of green buildings has strengthened in recent years. We have extensive data to show that investments towards green buildings reduce energy bills and carbon emissions.
August 11, 2025
Singapore launches review of economic strategy to stay ahead of global shifts
SINGAPORE – Singapore will carry out a fresh review of its economic strategy, with committees formed to develop longer-term plans in five areas that include strengthening the country’s global competitiveness and improving its start-up ecosystem.
August 4, 2025
EU – United States Deal On Tariffs And Trade
The European Union and United States have concluded a deal on tariffs and trade.
July 29, 2025
