All Pokémon GO trades now give more Candy and new Pokédex entries now award triple XP until August 19

The first-ever special trading event is now live in Pokémon GO, during which all trade – including Special Trades – cost 25 percent less Stardust to complete. This lasts until August 19 at 9 p.m. PDT and applies to all friends, even brand-new ones. You can earn more Candy during every trade – netting up to six Candies for the Pokémon you receive. You’ll also receive triple XP when you gain a new entry in your Pokédex.