Japan retaliates against US steel tariffs Japan on Friday said it has taken retaliatory action against US tariffs on steel imports, marking the first time Tokyo has taken such steps in a trade dispute. "Today, we officially informed the World Trade Organisation (WTO) of our planned... 17 May, 2002
Two quarantine posts in offing India has finally agreed to open two more quarantine check posts at Nepalgunj and Raxual within this month that is expected to allow more access to Nepali agro-products to India.It remains to be seen how effectively the quarantine check posts are... Travel 16 May, 2002
Japan proposes food stock reserve Japan has proposed for the establishment of international food stock reserve for emergency assistance to the poor nations. The proposal was made by a top Japanese government official to the World Trade Organisations (WTO) at the ongoing meeting of... Travel 16 May, 2002
Asian countries fight against copyright pirates Experts from 12 Asian countries on Monday opened a three-day conference aiming to coordinate the fight against piracy and protect intellectual property rights. The conference, which is also being attended by representatives from the United States,... 13 May, 2002
High Summit recommends for mountain perspective in planning process The five-day Asia High Summit-2002 ended here on Friday highlighting the greater need of incorporating mountain perspective in planning process and compensation for environmental services provided by mountain areas.The summit, in its draft declaration,... Travel 10 May, 2002
Consumers lost in the crowd of look-alikes might get relief Counterfeits and look-alikes are rampaging consumer markets around the world, especially in developing countries. It is now felt both inside and outside of Nepal that a comprehensive policy is needed to grapple with such goods in order to protect... 10 May, 2002
US to re-examine decision on steel tariffs The United States intends to re-examine within 18 months its decision to impose steep tariffs on steel imports, which has caused a deep rift with the European Union, US ambassador to the EU Rockwell Schnabel announced. Schnabel said: "It could then be... 18 Apr, 2002
