Latest News

Panama opens new cruise ship terminal at mouth of canal
Panama opens new cruise ship terminal at mouth of canal
Economy
by  AFP

Panama on Tuesday inaugurated a new cruise ship terminal at the mouth of the drought-hit Panama Canal, hoping to attract more tourists to the Central American nation. "The cruise terminal will generate new tourist routes... attracting more visitors to our country," Cortizo said at an opening ceremony.

Canadian farmers 'not satisfied' with EU trade deal
Canadian farmers 'not satisfied' with EU trade deal
Economy
by  AFP

Canadian farmers say they are bewildered by the French Senate's rejection last week of the free trade agreement between the EU and Canada -- as agricultural producers and trade experts suggest that the accord mainly benefits Europeans over their North American counterparts. "We cannot reduce the free trade agreement to just agriculture," added Dufour.

Port blocked by Baltimore bridge collapse is key hub for US shipping
Port blocked by Baltimore bridge collapse is key hub for US shipping
Economy
by  AFP

Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, named after the poet who penned the lyrics to the US national anthem, used to carry around 34,000 vehicles a day across one of the busiest harbors in the United States. The extended closure of the Francis Scott Key Bridge "will inevitably disrupt commercial activities and supply chains," the Maryland Chamber of Commerce said in a statement.

Vietnam appeals to US for 'market economy' status
Vietnam appeals to US for 'market economy' status
Economy
by  AFP

Vietnam called Tuesday on the United States to recognize it as a market economy, saying stronger trade ties would benefit Washington in key areas as it seeks to diversify from China. Vietnam and China are among a dozen countries designated non-market economies by the United States, allowing tougher actions on exports.