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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

"Unfair price": importation of strawberries from Egypt puts pressure on prices and worries producers from Minas Gerais

The importation of strawberries from Egypt has surged in recent years, leading to significant impacts on the domestic market, particularly affecting strawberry growers in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Mar 22 • 07:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria’s food importation hits N7.65tn amid hunger

Nigeria's food import expenditures reached N7.65 trillion in 2025, exacerbating the ongoing hunger crisis despite increased imports.

Mar 22 • 00:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Porsche presented a new SUV, announced its upcoming launches and the arrival of a hyper-personalization program

Porsche aims to double its sales in Argentina this year following tax reductions and increased importation openness.

Mar 18 • 17:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In addition to importing by ships, BYD will bring 50,000 cars manufactured in Brazil to the country

BYD plans to import 50,000 cars manufactured in Brazil to Argentina in addition to utilizing its fleet of cargo ships for importation.

Mar 17 • 14:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

NDLEA prosecutes 10 Filipinos and vessel for 20kg cocaine importation

Ten Filipino nationals and a vessel have been charged in Lagos for unlawfully importing 20 kilograms of cocaine into Nigeria.

Mar 17 • 01:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

US probes Nigeria, others in labour rights crackdown

The US has initiated a trade investigation into Nigeria and 59 other countries due to alleged failures in preventing the importation of goods made with forced labor.

Mar 16 • 00:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Customs Service Takes Action Against 'Oil Hoarding'... A Surcharge of Up to 2% for Delayed Reporting After Import

The Customs Service of South Korea is imposing a surcharge on oil companies that delay reporting the importation of oil products, with an aim to prevent hoarding amid rising oil prices.

Mar 13 • 07:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The President invites party leaders to discuss foreign policy

President Alexander Stubb is meeting with party leaders in Finland to discuss current foreign and security policy issues, including the recent debate on allowing the importation of nuclear weapons.

Mar 12 • 23:59 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

The Landsréttur Court Did Not Accept the False Testimony Either

The Landsréttur court has sentenced Kendry Ariel Agramonte Moreta to three years in prison for an attempted drug importation of nearly three kilograms of cocaine, dismissing his claims of ignorance as untrustworthy.

Mar 12 • 15:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Is it time to buy a car? A guide to understand the new market with models entering reference prices

The article discusses the current complexities of the Argentine auto market, emphasizing the increased model offerings and fluctuating prices as a result of various economic factors.

Mar 12 • 03:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Survey on a Hot Topic: This is What the Public Thinks About Bringing Nuclear Weapons to Finland

A recent survey reveals public opinion on the Finnish government's consideration to amend legislation prohibiting the importation of nuclear weapons.

Mar 10 • 11:28 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

The importation of weapons to Europe multiplies this decade

The article discusses the significant increase in weapon imports to Europe during this decade.

Mar 9 • 02:40 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"I think this is business," says agriculture minister commenting on data showing that more than 4,000 pets were imported from Russia last year

The agriculture minister of Latvia commented on the importation of over 4,000 pets from Russia, suggesting that it is driven by business interests.

Mar 7 • 05:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Revenue seizes shipment of 80 Starlink antennas in Boa Vista

The Brazilian Federal Revenue seized a shipment containing 80 Starlink antennas in Boa Vista, suspecting that they were imported without paying taxes.

Mar 6 • 15:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Caputo stated that the country is at a peak of economic activity, although he defended the opening of imports: 'Argentina is not an industrial model'

Economic Minister Luis Caputo argued that Argentina is experiencing peak economic activity while defending the importation of goods, stating that the country's economic model lacks an industrial foundation.

Mar 5 • 17:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SDP and the Left Alliance criticize the preparation for the removal of nuclear weapons ban

The Finnish government is preparing to allow the importation of nuclear weapons, drawing criticism from opposition parties for lack of transparency.

Mar 5 • 17:26 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Slovnaft Incinerator is Significantly Closer to Construction. Meanwhile, Taraba's Ministry Allowed Record Import of Waste from Abroad

Slovnaft's plan to build the largest waste incineration plant in Slovakia is moving forward with a favorable recommendation from the Ministry of the Environment, despite concerns over increased waste importation.

Mar 5 • 14:55 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Appeal of 12-Year Drug Sentence to the Court of Appeal

A man in his 60s appeals his 12-year prison sentence for drug importation to Norway, while another sentenced man accepted his 7 years and 2 months in prison.

Mar 4 • 15:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than R$ 774 thousand in irregular products seized during Federal Revenue operation in Bahia

Over R$ 770 million worth of goods were seized during a Federal Revenue operation aimed at combating the illegal importation of products in Bahia, Brazil.

Mar 3 • 13:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Opening vs. Employment, Which Import Boom?

The article discusses the ongoing debate in Argentina regarding the impact of trade liberalization on employment, highlighting the rise in imports against the backdrop of shrinking industries.

Feb 27 • 16:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

The court imposed years of imprisonment in a drug trafficking trial – a Swedish man received over 10 years sentence

A Finnish court has sentenced several individuals in a major drug trafficking case involving the importation of significant quantities of narcotics from Sweden.

Feb 27 • 14:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Investors retreat as manufacturing sector loses appeal – MAN

The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria reports a significant decline in foreign investment in the manufacturing sector despite an overall increase in capital importation into the country.

Feb 27 • 00:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government suspends cocoa imports from Ivory Coast, the world's largest producer

Brazil has suspended the importation of fermented and dried cocoa beans from the Ivory Coast due to phytosanitary concerns.

Feb 24 • 16:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

RARS filed a notice with the prosecutor's office regarding Morawiecki

The Polish Strategic Reserves Agency has filed a complaint with the prosecutor's office regarding the import of 700,000 tons of coal following directives from former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki.

Feb 22 • 21:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Beyond FATE: auto parts manufacturers are converting into importers and nearly 7,000 jobs have been lost in the last two years

The importation of goods has severely impacted the national auto parts industry, leading to significant job losses and business closures.

Feb 22 • 09:01 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

South Africa: massive importation of vaccines to combat the foot-and-mouth disease epidemic

South Africa's government is importing massive quantities of vaccines to address a foot-and-mouth disease epidemic affecting cattle in the country.

Feb 21 • 17:40 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The importer Schwartz: "What a great country. I, a small entrepreneur, have defeated the White House"

Victor Schwartz, a small wine importer, expresses his joy and relief after a court ruling in his favor against the U.S. government, allowing him to continue selling Italian wines in America.

Feb 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Federal, state police target 'black flights', drug imports in remote north

Federal and state authorities in Australia are uniting to combat illicit drug importation and organized crime in Far North Queensland through a new taskforce.

Feb 19 • 20:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The price of tires, a key factor behind the surprising closure of Fate

The closure of the Fate tire company in Argentina is attributed to the significant price difference between local and imported tires, influenced by recent economic policies.

Feb 18 • 20:22 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

PVD calls for not buying dogs, cats, and domestic ferrets from Russia and Belarus

The Latvian Food and Veterinary Service (PVD) urges residents to avoid purchasing pets from Russia and Belarus due to rabies concerns linked to imported animals.

Feb 17 • 11:26 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Free shop supermarket: which food category resists the onslaught of imports

In Argentina, certain food categories are holding strong against the influx of imported goods, particularly due to logistical challenges and local consumption habits.

Feb 16 • 09:01 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

Arrested on bus - detained for four weeks for serious drug importation

A Swedish woman in her twenties was arrested after a customs check on a bus and has been ordered to be detained for four weeks for serious drug importation.

Feb 16 • 08:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How can a Tesla appear on the streets even without being sold in Brazil; learn the rules and costs

In Brazil, Tesla models, including the Cybertruck, can be seen on the streets despite the company not selling vehicles in the country due to independent imports.

Feb 15 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'How will we stop India?' This question arose in the USA after the trade deal

In the wake of a new trade deal, questions have arisen in the USA about how the Trump administration will monitor India's importation of Russian oil following the imposed restrictions.

Feb 12 • 13:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

China Quadrupled Its Share of Imports in 20 Years: Now Accounts for One in Four Dollars Spent by the Country on Foreign Goods

China's share of Argentina's imports has quadrupled over the past two decades, now accounting for 24% of total imports and matching that of Brazil.

Feb 10 • 13:27 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

One Year Investigation Concludes with Eleven Arrests in Iceland

An international operation led to the arrest of eleven individuals in Iceland involved in a drug trafficking organization linked to cocaine importation from South America to Europe.

Feb 10 • 11:29 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

South Korean excluded from party: Wanted to 'import' women and marry them off

South Korean politician Kim Hee-soo has been expelled from his party for suggesting the importation of foreign brides to address low birth rates in the country.

Feb 9 • 12:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Democratic Party expels Kim Hee-soo, Jin-do County chief, for controversial comments about importing Vietnamese virgins

The Democratic Party of Korea expelled Kim Hee-soo, the mayor of Jin-do County, over his controversial comments suggesting the importation of young women from Vietnam and Sri Lanka to address population decline issues.

Feb 9 • 02:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Shame from Gindo County Mayor’s Remark on 'Importing Vietnamese Virgins'… Jeonnam Province to Send Apology Letter to the Embassy

The Jeonnam provincial government issued an apology after Gindo County Mayor Kim Hee-soo faced backlash for suggesting the 'importation' of Vietnamese women to address a declining population issue.

Feb 8 • 06:12 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Mexico maintains high concentration in the origin of its imports

Mexico's imports remain highly concentrated in a few countries, with the majority coming from the United States and China in 2025.

Feb 8 • 06:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trump expands importation of Argentine beef by 80,000 tons to try to curb prices in the USA

President Donald Trump signed a decree to temporarily increase Argentine beef imports by 80,000 metric tons to help curb rising prices in the United States.

Feb 7 • 03:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

10,000 cars from the U.S. could enter without tariffs after the agreement

A new trade agreement between Argentina and the U.S. allows the importation of vehicles made in the U.S. without a 35% customs tax, though it will be limited by an annual quota.

Feb 6 • 14:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Agreement with the U.S.: up to 10,000 cars with zero tariff could lead to discounts at dealerships

A trade agreement with the U.S. allows for the importation of up to 10,000 vehicles without tariffs in 2026, potentially resulting in lower prices at dealerships.

Feb 6 • 14:24 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NADDC pushes tyre, battery import ban

The National Automotive Design and Development Council in Nigeria is advocating for a ban on the importation of vehicle tyres and batteries to enhance local manufacturing and boost the economy.

Feb 6 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Brazilian medical student in Paraguay arrested for the second time in a week transporting over 100 irregular cellphones in PR

A Brazilian medical student in Paraguay was arrested for the second time in a week for transporting 151 cellphones without proof of proper importation.

Feb 5 • 14:45 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NMDPRA targets zero fuel imports as downstream overhaul deepens

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority is aiming to eliminate fuel imports as part of a major reform of the country's petroleum supply chain.

Feb 4 • 21:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

What if ghettos full of Nepalese, Filipinos, etc., start to emerge in Zagreb, Split, or Rijeka?

The article discusses the challenges Croatia faces in integrating immigrant workers since the removal of quotas for labor importation in 2021, highlighting ineffective policies that fail to prevent the ghettoization of foreign workers.

Feb 3 • 21:28 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Union Leader Warns Against Import of 'Substandard Conditions'

A prominent labor leader warns that Denmark may be repeating past mistakes of the 1960s and 1970s regarding the importation of foreign labor under unfavorable conditions.

Feb 3 • 10:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

ANMAT redefines the rules for importing used medical equipment and relaxes controls according to risk

ANMAT has updated regulations on the importation of used medical equipment to expand the services that health establishments can offer, replacing a 2007 norm.

Feb 2 • 20:18 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government deregulated the importation of used and refurbished medical equipment

The government of Javier Milei has implemented a new deregulation of imports for the healthcare sector, allowing clinics and hospitals across the country to more easily acquire used medical equipment from abroad.

Feb 2 • 15:44 UTC

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