Regis Simo
@simor.bsky.social
Assoc Professor in International Trade Law at the University of Cape Town. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
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🇺🇳 UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) chief in high-level visit to China to discuss global trade and multilateral cooperation.
Rebeca Grynspan took part in the annual “1+10” Dialogue with China’s premier and heads of major international financial & economic institutions.
▶️ https://ow.ly/mmTf50XGYE0
Rebeca Grynspan took part in the annual “1+10” Dialogue with China’s premier and heads of major international financial & economic institutions.
▶️ https://ow.ly/mmTf50XGYE0
December 10, 2025 at 4:49 PM
🇺🇳 UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) chief in high-level visit to China to discuss global trade and multilateral cooperation.
Rebeca Grynspan took part in the annual “1+10” Dialogue with China’s premier and heads of major international financial & economic institutions.
▶️ https://ow.ly/mmTf50XGYE0
Rebeca Grynspan took part in the annual “1+10” Dialogue with China’s premier and heads of major international financial & economic institutions.
▶️ https://ow.ly/mmTf50XGYE0
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Border carbon adjustments are increasingly shaping #trade & #climate policy. As 2025 comes to a close, it's time to take stock of where #BCAs stand—and what to expect in 2026.🗓️
Read our State of #BCAs 2025 report, available in English, French & Spanish: https://bit.ly/3MgXPsS
Read our State of #BCAs 2025 report, available in English, French & Spanish: https://bit.ly/3MgXPsS
December 10, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Border carbon adjustments are increasingly shaping #trade & #climate policy. As 2025 comes to a close, it's time to take stock of where #BCAs stand—and what to expect in 2026.🗓️
Read our State of #BCAs 2025 report, available in English, French & Spanish: https://bit.ly/3MgXPsS
Read our State of #BCAs 2025 report, available in English, French & Spanish: https://bit.ly/3MgXPsS
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New tariffs, related to Section 301 investigation of Nicaragua’s labor/human rights abuses & "dismantling of the rule of law":
"Effective January 1, 2026, the US will impose a tariff that is phased-in over two years on all imported Nicaraguan goods that are not originating under the [CAFTA-DR]."
"Effective January 1, 2026, the US will impose a tariff that is phased-in over two years on all imported Nicaraguan goods that are not originating under the [CAFTA-DR]."
USTR Section 301 Action on Nicaragua’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Relating to Labor Rights, Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, and the Rule of Law
WASHINGTON – Today, the United States Trade Representative took targeted action under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to address Nicaragua’s acts, policies, and practices related to abuses of lab...
ustr.gov
December 10, 2025 at 7:44 PM
New tariffs, related to Section 301 investigation of Nicaragua’s labor/human rights abuses & "dismantling of the rule of law":
"Effective January 1, 2026, the US will impose a tariff that is phased-in over two years on all imported Nicaraguan goods that are not originating under the [CAFTA-DR]."
"Effective January 1, 2026, the US will impose a tariff that is phased-in over two years on all imported Nicaraguan goods that are not originating under the [CAFTA-DR]."
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Latest draft of the proposed EU law on expulsion of irregular migrants, to go to ministers on Monday -
data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document...
If agreed, would still have to be negotiated with the European Parliament (which has not yet agreed its position)
data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document...
If agreed, would still have to be negotiated with the European Parliament (which has not yet agreed its position)
data.consilium.europa.eu
December 6, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Latest draft of the proposed EU law on expulsion of irregular migrants, to go to ministers on Monday -
data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document...
If agreed, would still have to be negotiated with the European Parliament (which has not yet agreed its position)
data.consilium.europa.eu/doc/document...
If agreed, would still have to be negotiated with the European Parliament (which has not yet agreed its position)
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Tariffs on exports from least developed countries to the US have surged — up 14 points on food & agriculture and 20 on manufactured goods — threatening jobs, especially for women in textiles.
Haiti, Cambodia & Lesotho face the biggest risks as key US preferences end.
▶️ https://ow.ly/jp9L50XlGo7
Haiti, Cambodia & Lesotho face the biggest risks as key US preferences end.
▶️ https://ow.ly/jp9L50XlGo7
November 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Tariffs on exports from least developed countries to the US have surged — up 14 points on food & agriculture and 20 on manufactured goods — threatening jobs, especially for women in textiles.
Haiti, Cambodia & Lesotho face the biggest risks as key US preferences end.
▶️ https://ow.ly/jp9L50XlGo7
Haiti, Cambodia & Lesotho face the biggest risks as key US preferences end.
▶️ https://ow.ly/jp9L50XlGo7
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"The package is part of the EU’s Scaling Up Renewables in Africa campaign. This campaign aims to raise global awareness and mobilize public and private investments for clean energy generation and access across Africa."
www.theenergypioneer.com/post/africa-...
www.theenergypioneer.com/post/africa-...
Africa's Green Energy Gets EU Boost
Access to clean, renewable energy remains one of Africa’s biggest challenges, amid reports that up to 600 million people still lack access to reliable electricity. Yet, Africa has significant potentia...
www.theenergypioneer.com
October 30, 2025 at 3:33 PM
"The package is part of the EU’s Scaling Up Renewables in Africa campaign. This campaign aims to raise global awareness and mobilize public and private investments for clean energy generation and access across Africa."
www.theenergypioneer.com/post/africa-...
www.theenergypioneer.com/post/africa-...
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When trade deals expire: What’s at stake for Africa and the US?
Market access to the United States could further deteriorate for many African countries if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not renewed before its expiration on 30 September 2025.
Full data story: ▶️ ow.ly/Hq0w50X3E9a
Market access to the United States could further deteriorate for many African countries if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not renewed before its expiration on 30 September 2025.
Full data story: ▶️ ow.ly/Hq0w50X3E9a
September 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
When trade deals expire: What’s at stake for Africa and the US?
Market access to the United States could further deteriorate for many African countries if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not renewed before its expiration on 30 September 2025.
Full data story: ▶️ ow.ly/Hq0w50X3E9a
Market access to the United States could further deteriorate for many African countries if the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is not renewed before its expiration on 30 September 2025.
Full data story: ▶️ ow.ly/Hq0w50X3E9a
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Committee reviews farm policies, follows up on ministerial outcomes, addresses food security #WTOAg
Committee reviews farm policies, follows up on ministerial outcomes, addresses food security
At a meeting of the WTO Committee on Agriculture on 25-26 September, members discussed key issues surrounding trade and food security. Led by chairperson Diego Alfieri of Brazil, the meeting provided members with the opportunity for a frank exchange of views on a range of topics.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Committee reviews farm policies, follows up on ministerial outcomes, addresses food security #WTOAg
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Canada initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding US steel and aluminium duties bit.ly/43GKeBx
Canada initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding US steel and aluminium duties
Canada has requested WTO dispute consultations with the United States regarding the imposition by the United States of import duties on certain steel and aluminium products from Canada. The request wa...
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March 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Canada initiates WTO dispute complaint regarding US steel and aluminium duties bit.ly/43GKeBx
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This is the best investment the US has ever made in public health and humanitarianism internationally. Millions of people depend on PEPFAR for life extending drugs. It's the best legacy of George W. Bush. Need to expedite the release of funds to avoid a disruption of people's medications.
Trump suspends funding for PEPFAR www.nytimes.com/2025/01/24/u...
Trump Pauses Disbursements to Program Supplying H.I.V. Treatment Worldwide
Pepfar, which is estimated to have delivered lifesaving treatment to as many as 25 million people in 54 countries, faces a funding delay of as long as 180 days.
www.nytimes.com
January 24, 2025 at 11:53 PM
This is the best investment the US has ever made in public health and humanitarianism internationally. Millions of people depend on PEPFAR for life extending drugs. It's the best legacy of George W. Bush. Need to expedite the release of funds to avoid a disruption of people's medications.
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IELP blog post: Is NAFTA a Good Explanation for Workers Leaving the Democratic Party? The Case of Ohio http://dlvr.it/TH3d1t
December 29, 2024 at 1:10 PM
IELP blog post: Is NAFTA a Good Explanation for Workers Leaving the Democratic Party? The Case of Ohio http://dlvr.it/TH3d1t
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It's publication day!
bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/trade/ricard...
bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/trade/ricard...
November 26, 2024 at 1:30 PM
It's publication day!
bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/trade/ricard...
bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/trade/ricard...
Spot on
Bluesky seems a nice enough place to say this. If you go to your industry/academic conference and spend all your time catching up with professional friends - you are part of the reason newcomers call the conference “cliquey and unwelcoming”. If you’re established, talk to newcomers. It’s that easy.
November 21, 2024 at 12:21 PM
Spot on
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My Trade Secrets today. When Trump replaces Biden, America’s trading partners fear he will impose high unilateral tariffs, treat WTO rules with contempt and coerce them with threats of trade restrictions.
“No change there then” would be an exaggeration, but not a grotesque one.
on.ft.com/3Z5lDnr
“No change there then” would be an exaggeration, but not a grotesque one.
on.ft.com/3Z5lDnr
A crumbling system of trade rules awaits Trump’s wrecking ball
[FREE TO READ] The new administration confronts a WTO already undermined by long-standing US disapproval
on.ft.com
November 14, 2024 at 7:06 AM
My Trade Secrets today. When Trump replaces Biden, America’s trading partners fear he will impose high unilateral tariffs, treat WTO rules with contempt and coerce them with threats of trade restrictions.
“No change there then” would be an exaggeration, but not a grotesque one.
on.ft.com/3Z5lDnr
“No change there then” would be an exaggeration, but not a grotesque one.
on.ft.com/3Z5lDnr
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