Taxonomy: Affected Trading Partner - Ethiopia
China: New Tariff Implementation Plan for 2013
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On December 17, 2012, the Ministry of Finance of the People’s Republic of China announced the Tariff Implementation plan for 2013.United Kingdom: Eased immigration rules for skilled workers
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On 13th December 2012, the United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA) eased immigration regulations for skilled worker (sponsored with a job, Tier 2) transfers. The main changes are: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: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:Israel: Ministerial recommendation for gas and oil companies to hire foreign nationals
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Starting from July 1, 2012, all gas and oil companies in Israel must obtain a written recommendation from the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources in order to sponsor foreign nationals for a B-1 work permit.Indonesia: Reduced number of gateways for horticulture imports
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Ministry of Agriculture Regulations 88, 89, and 90/2011, as well as 03/2012 restrict the entry and exit points of agriculture products, implement testing at the border for fruits, vegetables and cereals, and requires pre-approval of imports from tSouth Africa: Bailout for South African Airways
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On October 3, 2012, the National Treasury of South Africa issued a statement that the government has granted South African Airways (SAA) a 5 billion Rand (US$ 600 million) guarantee for a period of two years starting from 1 September 2012.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.
