Taxonomy: Affected Trading Partner - Algeria
Mexico: Reduction of import tariffs on certain goods
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On 23 November 2012, the Mexican Government decided to lower import tariffs on a multitude of goods, mainly agriculture and chemical goods. 135 tariff lines are affected.Nigeria: Increased import duty on wheat grain
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On 20 July 2012, the government of Nigeria increased import duty on wheat grain from 5% to 20%.China: Temporary changes in export taxes on certain products
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As from 1 December 2008, China made a series of adjustments to export tariffs on certain goods. The changes were announced in the General Administration of Customs Report 84, 2008. The following adjustments were announced:Spain: Restrictions on imports of biodiesel
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On 20 April 2012, the Spanish Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism approved a general provision concerning the supply of biodiesel in Spain.EC: Suspension of autonomous common customs tariff duties on certain goods
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On 19 December 2011, the EC decided to suspend the common customs tariff on a multitude of goods, especially agricultural, fishery and industrial products. This tariff liberalisation will enter into force on 1 January 2012.United Kingdom: Stricter immigration rules
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On 9 July 2012, new immigration rules for non-EEA citizens were introduced. The main changes cover these areas:Russian Federation: State guarantees to producers in the defence industry
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On 8 October 2012, the Russian Federation (according to Decree № 1876-p) provided state guarantees of 6,476,330,000 Russian Roubles to two exporting firms in the defence industry.South Africa: Termination of first-generation BITs
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During a visit to UNCTAD in Geneva, South Africa’s Trade and Industry Minister, Dr.Italy: Reduced cost of financing for exporting companies
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On July 1st, 2009, the Italian Parliament approved a law decree titled "Anti-crisis measures".Italy: Tighter citizenship requirements
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On 15 July, 2009, the Italian government approved a decree on public safety including various legislative amendments (from penal and civil codes to traffic laws).The decree also deals with aspects of immigration.
