Russia plans to temporarily ban imports of beef and beef products from New Zealand from February 6 and is considering banning fish imports.

It is a signal that the TPP nations are not going to​ stand by and let Trump waste eight years of hard negotiations.

Fonterra CEO Theo Spierings says a resurgence of nationalism and increased protectionism threaten global trade.

COMMENT: Trump's escalating threats against Mexico have led to calls for a guerrilla struggle of national resistance from across the political spectrum.

NZ's monthly trade deficit was little changed in December from the year-earlier month as imports and exports both slid by about the same amount.

America's withdrawal from the TPP has come as a huge blow to many countries, but now China may be able to use it to its own advantage.

Trump's decision to dump TPP is forcing companies to rethink supply chains and capital investments.

COMMENT: Consider how lethal it might be to your portfolio to let your view on politics influence your expectations.

President Donald Trump promised a dramatic economic transformation in the US, now he has told the country trade is his main priority.

Chinese President Xi Jinping cautioned against protectionism as he pushed back against Donald Trump and other Western populists.

COMMENT: The new game in Washington DC will be about "balanced trade", not free trade.

"This is another card in the prime minister's hand" in her talks with the EU, British politician Michael Gove says.

Wall St fell as investors reassessed their bets on increased US government spending and lower taxes.

"Weaponised" gadgets and a backlash against globalisation are some of risks facing the global economy over the next decade.

Following Donald Trump's first press conference as US President-elect saw Wall Street fluctuate.

Economist says 2017 shaping up to be 'full of promise', but much would depend on the international outlook and the Trump administration.

Trump's financial and trade policies could unintentionally affect Kiwi exporters, says Craigs Investment Partners broker Peter McIntyre.

Trade officials have signalled that Donald Trump will take aggressive steps to boost exports.

Even with potential record sales, the automotive industry must brace for a slowdown, analysts warn.

With global growth under pressure, the outlook for the export-dependent region is faltering.

Oritain chief executive Grant Cochrane shares his thoughts on the science being used to identify the origin of food.

It's not just the pagoda roof turret that gives the Annandale Distillery in Scotland an Asian feel.

Donald Trump's assault on trade is escalating. First the foes were China and Mexico. Now it is the world.

China slapped a $42m fine on General Motors for antitrust violations, a sign of the growing tensions between the US and the Asian nation.

Don't think you weren't warned. You were, over, and over, and over again.

COMMENT: With TPP supporters in Trump's Cabinet, trade deals may still have life.

NZ's monthly trade deficit narrowed in November as imports declined from earlier periods which were boosted by aircraft arrivals.

An "awkward" video of Theresa May at the EU summit has emerged in which the Prime Minister appears to be ignored.

The business community is welcoming Bill English's appointment to Prime Minister, but asking: can he keep up Key's skillful diplomacy?

Fonterra has told investors in the cooperative's unit fund that it's critical the government continues driving regional and multi-lateral trade agreements.