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India Tariff Tracker
The BGA India team, led by Managing Director Anuj Gupta, wrote an update to clients on the new 25 percent U.S. tariff on India. Context Two days ahead of the U.S. tariff deadline on August 1, President Donald Trump, through his Truth Social platform, announced that the United States will levy 25 percent tariffs on India —one percentage point lower than the 26 percent announced April 2. While referring to India as a friend, Trump said he imposed the tariffs on the country due to its long-standing … Continue Reading

Philippine President Marcos Jr. Outlines Plans and Priorities in State of the Nation Address
The BGA Philippines team, led by Managing Director Victor Andres Manhit, wrote an update to …

EU-US Trade Deal Sparks Mixed Reactions Amid Remaining Uncertainties
This update was written by Maryvonne Maetz of Euros / Agency Group, a BGA partner. …

Indonesia Tariff Tracker
This update from BGA Indonesia is the latest in a series highlighting new developments in …

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New Book on Australia’s Diplomatic Challenges
BGA’s Senior Advisor Ambassador Ian Kemish has published a new book on Australia’s key diplomatic challenges over the last two decades. The book, fully released in July and titled “The Consul: An Insider’s Account from Australia’s Diplomatic Frontline,” examines Kemish’s central role as a leader in Australia’s consular service in some of the defining episodes in that country’s diplomatic history.
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U.S. Trade Mission in Southeast Asia Continues in Vietnam with Focus on Clean Energy Transition
BGA Vietnam Managing Director Ha Nguyen wrote a piece reflecting on Vietnam-U.S. economic and business ties. The piece was released in line with the first-ever summit held between the United States and Southeast Asian leaders in Washington, D.C. in May. (June 10, 2022)
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Webinar on OTT Guideline: International Best Practices
BGA’s Bangladesh team organized a webinar on over-the-top (OTT) guidelines and international best practices. The webinar, which took place in late May, was done in collaboration with the Dhaka Tribune, and is available for viewing here. (May 31, 2022)
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