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Sourcing Spotlight: Global Trade Shifts: China VAT Crackdown, EU-Gulf Deals & UK-US Tariffs

In this week’s edition, we explore China’s new export VAT crackdown, Europe and the Gulf’s supply chain investments, and the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal, together signalling a decisive shift in global trade by tightening compliance, reshaping tariffs, and reinforcing China’s supply chain role, while pushing exporters to adapt quickly to protect margins.

Oct 2, 2025

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8 min read

China’s VAT Export Crackdown: What Buyers Need to Know

China’s new export VAT compliance rules, effective 1 October 2025, shut down the “export without VAT” loophole, raising costs and risks for global buyers. Learn how the crackdown impacts EXW vs FCA contracts, supply chain delays, and what steps importers must take to protect margins.

Oct 1, 2025

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6 min read

EU and Gulf Capital Are Quietly Redrawing China’s Supply Chain Map

How EU and Middle Eastern investment is reinforcing China’s clean-energy supply chains-solar, wind, hydrogen and upgrading digital logistics in 2025.

Sep 30, 2025

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5 min read

How the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal Will Reshape Tariffs for Small Exporters

The UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal reshapes tariffs for small exporters, cutting rates on cars, aerospace, and beef while removing duty-free access for low-value parcels. Learn how these changes affect UK businesses and what compliance steps are now essential.

Sep 25, 2025

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5 min read

UNCTAD Outlook: Shipping Costs, Trade Routes and the Path Ahead

UNCTAD’s 2025 Review of Maritime Transport highlights modest shipping growth, rising freight costs, and route changes, but also opportunities in sustainability and digitalisation. Discover what this means for global sourcing and how small businesses can adapt.

Sep 25, 2025

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4 min read