Brazil’s Export Model Is Anchored in Globally Strategic Commodities
February 20, 2026
Primary commodities accounted for 69% of export earnings in 2025, anchoring Brazil’s global relevance in food, energy, and metals.
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China Export Strength Supports Trade Growth:
February 20, 2026
China’s 2025 expansion reflects steady export growth and a return to mid-single-digit overall trade momentum.
China’s Exports to Latin America Have Nearly Doubled Since 2014, Driven by Mexico and Brazil
February 19, 2026
Machinery, electronics and vehicles dominate China’s Latin America export basket, driven by Mexico and Brazil.
MENA’s Trade Growth Is Now Being Driven by Imports, Not Exports
February 18, 2026
Exports have stagnated over the past decade, while imports have risen steadily, reinforcing MENA’s demand-led growth story.
China’s Ports Reached Record Throughput in 2025 as Freight and Container Volumes Hit New Highs
February 18, 2026
China handled 18.3 billion tonnes of port freight in 2025, including 5.7 billion tonnes of foreign trade cargo.
North Africa’s Manufacturing Landscape Offers Scale, Export Platforms and Specialisation
February 17, 2026
Egypt anchors domestic manufacturing scale, Morocco leads industrial export integration and Tunisia is a high-intensity specialist.