South Korea's Hanjin Shipping Co Ltd (117930.KS) filed for court receivership after losing the support of its banks, setting the stage for its assets to be frozen as ports from China to Spain denied access to its vessels.
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China delays new canola rules in late reprieve for Canada
September 15, 2016
China agreed to delay introducing stricter rules on shipments of canola from Canada while both countries work to end a months-long trade spat over sales of the oilseed, offering an eleventh hour temporary reprieve for Canada's farmers.
Austria says will start 'conflict' in EU about Canada trade deal
September 15, 2016
Austria is ready to confront other European Union members states over its opposition to a free trade deal with Canada, Chancellor Christian Kern said, because it sees it containing many of the same problems as one being negotiated with the United States.
Industry Labelling Tool Update - Labelling Requirements for Confectionary, Chocolate and Snack Foods
September 10, 2016
Additional guidance on the labelling of Confectionary, Chocolate and Snack Food products has been incorporated into the Industry Labelling Tool.
The update improves organization of existing content, further consolidates their labelling requirements, and provides additional examples to expand on current guidance.
Pierre Pettigrew named CETA envoy
September 10, 2016
Former Liberal minister for international trade Pierre Pettigrew has been named a special envoy of the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement.
A statement from Global Affairs Canada said the creation of this position reflects the high priority that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government places on seeing the deal done.