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🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Hormuz crisis underlines vulnerability of global trade chokepoints

The ongoing crisis in the Hormuz Strait highlights the fragility of global trade routes and raises questions about the potential impacts of disruptions on the world economy.

Mar 22 • 12:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE COMING OF TARTU ⟩ Plans for the use of the Pärnu-Peipsi waterways and the Emajõgi during the Swedish era

The article discusses the historical importance of waterways connecting Tartu to the Baltic Sea for commerce, which diminished by the 17th century but was attempted to be revitalized.

Mar 20 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

The Portuguese Past of the Strait of Hormuz, in the Spotlight Due to the War in Iran

The article explores the historical significance of Hormuz, initially described by Portuguese historian João de Barros, in light of the current geopolitical tensions caused by the conflict involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran.

Mar 17 • 15:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Why should Britain bail out Trump over Iran war when he spat in our face with tariffs?'

The article critiques Britain's potential support for Donald Trump's military actions in the Middle East, emphasizing the historical grievances related to trade tariffs.

Mar 17 • 13:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

150th Anniversary of the Opening of Busan Port, Korea's First Modern Trade Port

A special exhibition commemorating the 150th anniversary of the opening of Busan Port will be held in Busan, featuring historical insights and artifacts related to the port's significance.

Mar 17 • 07:39 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Argentine agricultural sector needs to accelerate to take advantage of a gigantic historical opportunity

The Argentine agricultural sector must embrace a revolution and aim for much more than past achievements in light of significant growth in global food demand and economic integration.

Mar 14 • 08:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

The Rise of Asia Suggests We May Be Facing a Change of Epoch Scale

The rise of Asia, particularly China's positioning as a primary trade partner, suggests significant global economic shifts warranting a reevaluation of traditional Western perspectives.

Mar 14 • 03:07 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico's Negotiating Leverage with the US

The article discusses Mexico's complex negotiating position with the United States amidst the upcoming T-MEC discussions, highlighting historical and current trade dynamics.

Mar 13 • 09:57 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Strategic Strait of Hormuz at the heart of conflicts over the years

The article discusses the significance of the Strait of Hormuz in historical and ongoing geopolitical conflicts.

Mar 12 • 14:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Do you know what the famous tailors of Hoi An are known for?

The article discusses Hoi An's historical significance and UNESCO status, attributing its preservation and multicultural heritage to its role as a major trade hub and the influx of various cultures.

Mar 12 • 06:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

From the Portuguese Empire to Trump's Offensive, Passing Through the Tanker War: the Growing Strategic Importance of Hormuz

The article discusses the historical and geopolitical significance of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its role as a vital artery for global trade and its strategic importance throughout history.

Mar 10 • 17:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CRE cancels meeting and Mercosur-European Union agreement goes directly to Senate plenary

The Mercosur-European Union trade agreement will be voted directly in the Brazilian Senate instead of in a committee meeting due to its historical importance.

Mar 4 • 12:14 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

US Tariffs: What History Tells Us About Trump's Trade War

The article explores the historical impact of tariffs in relation to Trump's trade policies, suggesting that they often do not achieve their intended economic outcomes.

Feb 24 • 19:25 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Understanding the Economic Power in the Far East: China

The article discusses China's historical and current economic significance, emphasizing its evolution from a fragmented society to a major global trading partner for Germany.

Feb 23 • 14:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Evolution of the Drug Trade

The article discusses the historical evolution of drug trafficking in Ecuador, highlighting the increase in cultivation and sophistication of drug-related operations over the past 40 years.

Feb 20 • 11:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: Historical High Trade Deficit Despite Trump Tariffs

Despite high tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on dozens of countries, the U.S. trade deficit increased nearly 6%, setting a new record.

Feb 20 • 07:24 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Today in Vima: Kaisariani: Historical documents in foreign hands

The article discusses how photographs of 200 executed individuals from Kaisariani have become objects of trade online and explores the possibilities of Greece reclaiming these historical documents.

Feb 19 • 03:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bad Bunny reminds us that the coffee economy reflects the tensions of America

Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny, performing in São Paulo, symbolizes Latin American identity empowerment and highlights the economic disparities in the coffee trade influenced by historical tensions between the US and Latin America.

Feb 18 • 21:26 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Clear Rubio

During a security conference in Munich, Marco Rubio emphasized the fundamental alliance between the U.S. and Europe, reflecting on its historical significance and contemporary challenges.

Feb 18 • 09:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Once, men and women were equal in Europe, there were no poor and rich. Then the plow and salt trade changed that

The article explores the historical and archaeological perspectives on gender equality in ancient Europe and the emergence of patriarchal structures.

Feb 17 • 11:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Argentina and anti-Marxism (by Groucho)

The article discusses Argentina's historical anti-Marxist stance during the 1990s, highlighting the country's desire to engage with international trade agreements.

Feb 16 • 18:22 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

VIDEO: Argungu trader accepts all Nigerian currencies, from cowries to modern naira

A trader in Argungu, Nigeria, is gaining attention for accepting a wide range of historical and modern currencies, highlighting Nigeria's diverse monetary history during the Argungu Fishing Festival.

Feb 15 • 11:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mystery of the most famous grave where you'll still find flowers laid today

A grave at Sunderland Point in Lancashire, known as 'Sambo's' final resting place, continues to draw visitors who leave flowers, steeped in historical and cultural significance.

Feb 15 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Dennis Molinaro: Diversifying trade with China is a losing play

Dennis Molinaro argues that Canada's historical reliance on trade with China has consistently failed to yield positive results, and warns against repeating the cycle.

Feb 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

How did a prized red gemstone reach the ancient, mysterious Shu kingdom?

Archaeologists investigate the arrival of carnelian, a valued red gemstone, in the ancient Shu kingdom, revealing trade routes and historical contexts.

Feb 13 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

POSTIMEES IN GOTLAND ⟩ On the Swedish island that saved thousands of Estonians, the trace of Estonia remains

The article explores the historical ties between Estonia and Gotland, emphasizing the significance of the island during times of conflict and trade, particularly highlighting the Estonian presence there.

Feb 12 • 22:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Information on trade deals given to MPs by Trump, this is an insult to Parliament', Kharge attacks government

Opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge launched a strong attack on the government during a discussion in the Rajya Sabha, questioning the governors' actions and accusing the Karnataka governor of blocking the hate speech bill while drawing comparisons between the current depreciation of the rupee and historical remarks made by PM Modi.

Feb 4 • 10:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Brazilian fashion does not live only on commodities and has a creative identity

Amid the celebration of the trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, Brazilian textile sector executives have controversially claimed that there is no design in Brazil, revealing a disconnect from the historical foundations of European fashion.

Feb 3 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

Brooke Newman, historian: "The British monarchy benefited from slavery for centuries and it is necessary to acknowledge this"

Historian Brooke Newman discusses the British monarchy's historical connections to slavery, highlighted in her new book 'The Crown’s Silence', which emphasizes the need for acknowledgment of royal involvement in the slave trade.

Feb 1 • 20:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

On its World Day.. the Story of Hot Pepper from Spiritual Spice to Chemistry of Pleasure

The article explores the historical significance of spices, especially hot pepper, which transitioned from spiritual and medicinal uses in ancient civilizations to a key player in global trade and culinary practices.

Jan 16 • 12:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Imports and Exports 2025: China reports record trading figures

In 2025, China's trade volume reached a historical high, with imports and exports totaling 45.47 trillion Yuan, despite ongoing trade conflicts with the United States.

Jan 14 • 04:49 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Galicia as an Atlantic Node of the Slave Trade: A Coruña Hosts an Exhibit on Other Historical Memory

The article discusses an exhibition in A Coruña highlighting Galicia's role in the Atlantic slave trade, where between 1800 and 1835, Galician traders trafficked approximately 16,700 individuals.

Dec 27 • 19:19 UTC

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