15/04/2016
What does the future of Agri-Trade hold?
At FITT we had a burning question: What does the future hold for the international trade in agriculture products?
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15/04/2016
3 of the biggest historical wars fought over trade
War is always an ugly thing, regardless of the causes or the outcomes. Here are the biggest, most famous wars (and some honourable mentions) in modern history fought over the control of trade routes and commodities, and their impacts on global trade.
14/04/2016
Top 5 tips for international entrepreneurs from on the ground in China
With the ups and downs of being a young “Laowai” (outsider), I’ve been on a steep learning curve in what I consider to be a pretty unique combo of business experiences. Here’s what other international entrepreneurs interested in the Chinese market can learn from them.
14/04/2016
Canadian blanket ban on trade with Iran lifted but serious restrictions remain
Canada originally imposed economic sanctions against Iran in response to its nuclear proliferation program. As a result of the application of these sanctions, there was an effective blanket prohibition on trade with Iran.
13/04/2016
Mark Jewells, CITP|FIBP – Business Development Manager
Mark Jewells, CITP|FIBP is a Business Development Manager at First National Financial, where he manages a large book of mortgage brokers.
12/04/2016
4 lessons to improve your global business partnerships
A dispute between a North American chain store and an Asian exporter contains valuable lessons for your next global business partnership negotiations.
11/04/2016
Why services are the fastest growing exports worldwide – and are about to gain momentum
According to the International Trade Centre (the joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations), service exports grew 27% worldwide between 2010 and 2014.
08/04/2016
Strategic planning is the key to expanding your import-export business
When a company is considering moving into international trade or expanding its import-export activities, it should go through a process of careful, market-oriented strategic planning.
07/04/2016
Get onboard the “smart ship” – innovation and disruption in the ocean freight market
The spread of disruption and innovation in supply chain technology has now reached the ocean freight industry.
06/04/2016
Claude Gendron, CITP|FIBP – Deputy Director, Aerospace Team
Three years after moving into the international trade world from a government position in international security, his efforts have already paid off in spectacular fashion, and his career on GAC’s aerospace team is on the rise.