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Uganda becomes the world's newest oil exporter

Uganda becomes the world's newest oil exporter

Uganda is set to become the world's newest exporter of crude oil, with plans to begin exporting its 'Pearl Sweet' oil in December. The announcement was made by the head of the state oil company, UNOC.

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French champagne production nearly halved due to extreme weather

French champagne production nearly halved due to extreme weather

France's champagne production is expected to drop by 48 percent this year to 1.34 million hectoliters due to extreme weather conditions. The French Ministry of Agriculture reported that this significant decline is a direct result of the recent harsh climate.

Wars increasingly put international shipping under pressure

Wars increasingly put international shipping under pressure

Ongoing wars, sanctions, and the rise of a shadow fleet are increasingly putting pressure on the international shipping industry. Eighteen major maritime nations, including the Netherlands, warn that these factors are causing structural changes to global trade.

Vlaams Belang may not simply use IKEA brand for campaign

Vlaams Belang may not simply use IKEA brand for campaign

The European Court of Justice has ruled that the Belgian political party Vlaams Belang cannot freely use IKEA's brand name and visual identity for its political campaigns. The court determined that a claim to freedom of expression does not automatically override the company's trademark rights.

Former executive of Belgian chipmaker suspected of spying for China

Former executive of Belgian chipmaker suspected of spying for China

A former executive of the Belgian chip manufacturer Belgan has been detained on suspicion of espionage. He is accused of leaking trade secrets to a Chinese company where he was also employed.