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Tradewatch 2025 global Insight

TradeWatch Global Insights

As we approach the end of 2025, the pace of change in global trade shows no sign of slowing. Trade professionals are navigating a landscape shaped by ongoing geopolitical shifts, regulatory transformation, and the increasing integration of sustainability and technology into every aspect of trade operations.

This issue features a special focus on the interplay between customs valuation and transfer pricing, with a global article exploring recent case studies and the latest guidance from the World Customs Organization.

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TradeWatch Americas Insights 

Under our Americas chapter, focus is on:

  • Brazil: tax reform — impacts and challenges for foreign trade
  • Canada: new administrative review policy published for value reviews under the Special Import Measures Act
  • Canada: preferential tariff programs update

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TradeWatch Asia-Pacific Insights

The Asia-Pacific chapter focuses on the following key issues:

  • Australia: future border carbon adjustment recommended
  • Japan: annual report on post-entry customs
  • Japan: METI releases revised export control regulations
  • Vietnam: 2025 Inspection Program for customs

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TradeWatch EMEIA Insights

Under the EMEIA chapter, authors focus on:

  • EU: update on the proposals to reform the Customs Union
  • EU: regulation that bans products made with forced labor adopted and published
  • India: evaluating the trade remedy landscape
  • Northern Ireland: possible trade benefits
  • Norway: on the way to implementing CBAM and EUDR
  • Saudi Arabia: managing compliance — post-clearance audits  

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TradeFlash July 2025

Welcome to the latest edition of TradeFlash — a curated summary of global trade developments, regulatory updates, and insights from EY’s Global Trade professionals.

In this issue, we highlight key global trade updates, share practical guidance on emerging compliance trends, and provide access to EY thought leadership, including articles, webcasts, and podcasts. These resources are designed to help you stay informed and ahead of change.

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