Import
Argentina's Economy Minister Luis Caputo stated he has never bought clothes in the country because prices are exorbitant, amid plans to open imports to aid consumers. The remark drew backlash from Claudio Drescher, head of the Argentine Clothing Industry Chamber, who labeled him part of the 'caste' and inexperienced in business.
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Many young entrepreneurs in Ethiopia enter the jewellery-making industry with modest capital and minimal formal training, relying on digital platforms for sales. Online commerce, especially through TikTok, has rapidly overtaken traditional in-person jewellery sales. Rising input costs and supply chain shortages pose major challenges for local artisans, while policy support remains limited.
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a 30-day ultimatum to importers whose goods remain uncollected at the Inland Container Depot and bonded facilities in Nairobi. If the items are not cleared within this period, they will be declared abandoned and sold at public auction from January 5 to 9, 2026. The notice was published in a gazette dated November 7.
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In San José de las Lajas, Mayabeque, eggs imported from Brazil are sold exclusively in dollars at the La Época market and sell out within minutes. The $5.25 price per 30-egg carton equals over 2,500 pesos, making it a luxury for many Cubans. This highlights the crisis in local egg production, which has plummeted in recent decades.