Even if a lasting peace deal is struck between Iran and the US this week, it will be months before oil shipped through the Strait of Hormuz reaches European refineries – and potentially years before global output of finished fuel returns to pre-war output levels, experts are warning.
At a time when global trade is marked by uncertainty, Ireland’s economic relationship with France stands out as both resilient and future-focused.
Vaping products could be sold on a “growing” black market throughout the State without a crackdown on tax rules and inspections, a trade body representing vape retailers has warned.