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The European Commission (EC) has completed its talks over reviewing the European Union’s Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) Agreement with Ukraine. According to EC President Ursula von der Leyen, the modernized agreement ensures trade flows from Ukraine to Europe and world markets, builds bridges of stability and economic solidarity and defends EU farmers’ … Read more

As European Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Christophe Hansen said at a press conference in Brussels on Monday, the European Commission and the Ukrainian government have reached an agreement in principle on their trade relations in the future, particularly as regards exports of agricultural products.
Since June 2022, autonomous trade measures (ATM) for Ukrainian goods have been introduced and tariffs and quotas for 36 agricultural products have been removed. The EU has prolonged ATM twice and finally has replaced them with a transitional regime based on the 2016 quotas since June 5, 2025.
Hansen said that the both sides have conducted constructive talks over recent weeks to review their bilateral trade agreement to ensure a more stable and predictable basis for exporters, businesses and farmers.
According to him, this agreement currently comprises Ukraine’s commitment to gradually align to EU production standards in the agricultural sector, such as animal welfare or the use of pesticides by 2028 and to include a safeguard mechanism where imports would cause serious difficulties.
Also, they increased quotas for the most sensitive products such as sugar, poultry and eggs, wheat, maize or honey, as the key elements of the revised market access arrangements for imports from Ukraine into the EU, compared with the 2016 agreement.
A number of other Ukrainian products, including butter, skimmed milk powder, malt and gluten, oats and barley groats, whose quota volumes will be increased up to the highest level of trade in recent years, will get an improved access to the EU market.
Hansen said that trade in some products, examples including whole milk powder, fermented milk, mushrooms, grape juice, and some others, will be fully liberalized.
In its turn, Ukraine will significantly increase export quotas for pork, poultry and sugar, and reduce further duties or abolish them altogether for some other products, which should enhance the export possibilities for European famers.
Hansen mentioned the possibility of revision of the situation by the European Commission again in a few years, especially in the context of Ukraine’s progress in economic integration and its accession prospects.
While they haven’t announced the outcomes of the negotiations officially, they continue to apply the EU’s transitional arrangements that have taken effect since June 6.
NH Logistics UKR has been offering IOR Importer of Record and EOR Exporter of Record services since 2001 and is a market leader in Ukraine and Eurasia, supporting many clients with their import/export shipments.

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According to today’s announcement of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia (PKS), the Digital Exporters Catalogue, an innovative platform designed for foreign partners, distributors, importers, investors, companies, and business entities seeking a centralised source of information about the capacities, products, and services of Serbian export-oriented firms interested in expanding their presence and cooperation in international markets, has appeared.
As PKS states, simple and clear access to a database encompassing a wide range of sectors, from the food industry and construction to mechanical engineering, ICT, creative industries, and various service sectors, is provided by this digital tool.
As a result, users can quickly and easily search the offerings of Serbian companies due to this platform and find detailed information about their products and contact details.
The statement claims that the availability of essential information about each company, such as export destinations, applicable quality standards, certifications held, as well as logistics and production capacities, is a key advantage of the Digital Export Catalogue.
All these details significantly and effectively support potential partners by helping them make business decisions and establish cooperation.
Owners of domestic companies highlight that participation in the Digital Exporters Catalogue as a unique opportunity to strengthen their position in the global market, increase visibility, and establish new business contacts worldwide.
They say that PKS will further support the internationalisation of business and the promotion of the Serbian economy at international trade fairs, business forums, and through its network of economic representative offices in Shanghai, Dubai, Jerusalem, Moscow, Brussels, Frankfurt, and Ljubljana through this platform. The statement reports that Serbia’s diplomatic and consular network, as well as international events both home and abroad, will help promote the Digital Exporters Catalogue around the world.
According to the explanations, the Digital Exporters Catalogue is not just a database, but a strategic tool designed to enhance Serbia’s export activities and international economic cooperation. Furthermore, this new digital tool enters in a broader strategy to strengthen the domestic economy’s capacities, support exports, and intensify international economic collaboration across all continents.
Finally, Serbian exporters who wish to present their products and services to a global audience through this platform, can apply via the website www.serbia-export.com and become part of the initiative.
NH Logistics SER has been offering IOR Importer of Record and EOR Exporter of Record services since 2001 and is a market leader in Serbia and Eurasia, supporting many clients with their import/export shipments.

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