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Cambodia: Phnom Penh Port expansion set to boost Kingdom’s waterways shipping

The launch of the 2nd phase of the Phnom Penh Autonomous Port’s (PPAP) container terminal will boost the Kingdom’s waterway shipping through more trade capacity and reduced costs, according to industry insiders. The claims came after the PPAP, listed on the Cambodia Securities Exchange (CSX), officially launched the second step of its container terminal, announcing

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Turkey’s marble blocks and slabs exports – 1st quarter 2018

What was the export trend of the world’s largest marble blocks and slabs exporter in the first quarter of 2018? Stonenews.eu, after studying the statistical results* of the International Trade Centre, the UN Comtrade and the National Statistical Institutes, is presenting Turkey’s marble blocks and slabs exports during the first quarter of 2018 as well

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India: Discovering the marble rocks of Bhedaghat – a hidden treasure of Madhya Pradesh

Location Bhedaghat is a small town located around 25 km from the city of Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh. Located on the banks of Narmada River, the town is home to some beautiful marble hills, gorgeous waterfall, and ancient temples. Those who have visited this place, they vouch by its natural beauty and serenity that surrounds the region.

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Africa is about to become the world’s largest free trade zone

South Africa’s and Togo’s parliaments this month ratified the agreement establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The total number of countries committing to the deal has thus grown to 49. Once the agreement comes into effect, it will create a tariff-free continent, covering a single market of 1.2 billion people in 55 nations

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All of the top 10 fastest growing cities in the world are in India

Think of the world’s wealthiest cities: New York, Tokyo, Los Angeles and London probably spring to mind. But based on annual gross domestic product (GDP) growth Asian cities – particularly those in India – are powering ahead of other urban economies. According to research institute Oxford Economics, all the top 10 fastest-growing cities by GDP between 2019

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Comparison of Marble and Granite Blocks Exports over the last five years

Marble or Granite blocks are exported most in the last five years? Stonenews.eu, after collecting and studying the statistical reports of the International Trade Centre and the National Statistical Services, is presenting comparative figures of marble and granite blocks exports of the last five years. The figures presented are about Harmonized System Codes (Hs Codes)*

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How Marble Sculptures Have Inspired Artists and Captivated Audiences for Millenia

Throughout art history, sculptors have experimented with an eclectic range of mediums. While cast bronze, carved wood, and fired clay have made lasting impressions, no material has captivated quite like marble. Prevalent in ancient and contemporary art alike, marble artworks have a prominent place in many major art movements and are among some of the most famous sculptures in the world. Here, we trace the

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The countries with the largest marble exports in 2017

Which countries exported more marble in 2017? What was the ratio between marble blocks/slabs and finished marble products? Stonenews.eu, after studying the statistical results of the International Trade Centre, the UN Comtrade and the National Statistical Institutes, is presenting the five countries with the highest value on marble exports as well as the corresponding quantity

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