The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has released a statement slamming the Nigerian government's decision to impose a ban on 25 products.
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US, Mexico to boost cooperation in foreign investment screening
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EU states make last-ditch effort to back spending rules reform
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Striking Washington Post staffers walk off the job
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UK to raise BBC licence fee after two-year freeze
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