Russia's WTO accession welcomed by SWA
23 August, 2012
Russia’s accession to the World Trade Organisation (WT0), after 18 years of negotiation, has been welcomed by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA).
Philippines spirits tax appeal rejected
03 January, 2012
The European Union and the US Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) have welcomed a decision that finds the Philippines to be in breach of trade rules when it comes to tax on imported spirits.
Philippines spirits tax violates WTO rules
15 August, 2011
The World Trade Organisation (WTO) has ruled that discriminatory excise tax on spirits in the Philippines is a violation of WTO rules.
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The vision behind Crystalgold
In late 2025, Drinks International editor Shay Waterworth questioned the launch of Chivas Regal Crystalgold.
