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How the scramble for sand is destroying the Mekong
The Mekong river is being damaged by sand extraction, adding to calls for limits on sand usage.

How millennials are changing the perfume business
Perfumers describe how they're adapting to calls for sustainable contents and gender-neutral smells.

Trump 'signs off' on deal to pause China trade war
Asia stocks rose after the two sides reportedly reached a deal days before new tariffs were due to start.

Trade disputes settlement system facing crisis
The World Trade Organization faces a crisis in its system for resolving disputes between members.

Cambodia's bicycle firms face bumps in the road
The Asian nation has built up a bike building industry, but human rights concerns could put the brakes on growth.

What Trump wants from global trade
President Trump believes the US is being unfairly treated by other countries when it comes to trade.

The garlic farmers who love Trump's tariffs
American garlic farmers say demand is rising after the US president put tariffs on Chinese imports.

How millennials are changing the perfume business
Perfumers describe how they're adapting to calls for sustainable contents and gender-neutral smells.

Trump 'signs off' on deal to pause China trade war
Asia stocks rose after the two sides reportedly reached a deal days before new tariffs were due to start.

Trade disputes settlement system facing crisis
The World Trade Organization faces a crisis in its system for resolving disputes between members.
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A top American retail industry group - whose members include Target, Walmart, Home Depot, and Gap - has welcomed news that the US, Mexico, and Canada have finalised a new trade deal.
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