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Tesla's Self-Driving Software Faces Regulatory Roadblocks in China
Since 2023, Tesla has been actively working to obtain regulatory approval for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software in China. However, navigating China's complex regulatory landscape—spanning data security, geographic mapping, and safety standards—has proven to be a
As Trump Ramps Up Tariffs, China Pushes Back While Courting U.S. Firms
As more U.S. tariffs loom on the horizon, Chinese officials are adopting a dual
China Raises Concerns with Trump Administration Tariffs at WTO Meeting
At the WTO's General Council meeting that took place yesterday and today, China
U.S. Government Presents Case That Hesai Is Chinese Military Company
The U.S. government has filed its brief in the litigation over whether Hesai Technology,
At Munich Security Conference, China Stands Firm against Suppression While Advocating Multilateralism and Cooperation
At the Munich Security Conference, one of the most prominent political gatherings focused on international
China Extends Anti-Dumping Duties on EU Starch
Amid a series of ongoing trade remedy measures and investigations between China and the EU,
Trump's Early Trade Actions Target Rest of World As Much As China
In President Trump's first few weeks in office, he has been very active
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China Trade Monitor Database of Chinese Government Sanctions
The China Sanctions Database is now available on China Trade Monitor.
The database will cover
The Use of Trade Remedies Against China: Data Since WTO Entry Shows Frequent, Steady Usage
Commentary suggests a recent surge in the use of trade remedies against Chinese products, but the data shows a steady stream of trade remedy investigations over the years.
Exclusive Interview with Former Korean Trade Minister on China-Korea Trade
In May, a trilateral meeting among China, South Korea and Japan led to an agreement
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China Raises Concerns with Trump Administration Tariffs at WTO Meeting
At the WTO's General Council meeting that took place yesterday and today, China put on the agenda a systemic concern about recent trade actions and rhetoric by President
China and Kyrgyzstan Begin Trade Talks
Yesterday, China and Kyrgyzstan officially kicked off the negotiations for a services trade and investment agreement.
At WTO Meeting, China Presses Colombia, Indonesia on Safeguard Practices
At the WTO Committee on Safeguards meeting of October 28, 2024, for which the minutes were recently circulated, China raised an issue related to the notification of Colombia's
WTO Anti-Dumping Meeting Discusses Chinese Brandy/Pork Investigations
At the WTO Committee on Anti-Dumping Practices meeting of October 30, 2024, for which the minutes were recently circulated, the EU and Japan raised concerns with various Chinese anti-dumping measures,
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Chinese Laws & Cases
New Chinese SPS Requirements for Food Imports in January 2025
China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) opened the door to a few more food items from Spain, Laos and Bolivia, while suspending multiple imports including poultry, pork, beef
Beijing Turns Antitrust Laws Against American Tech Giants
As U.S.-China trade tensions escalate, Beijing is wielding antitrust laws as a powerful tool to scrutinize American tech firms. Google, Nvidia, and perhaps Apple, are now in the
Review of Chinese Economic Sanctions and Export Controls in 2024
2024 marked several milestones in the development of China's economic sanctions and export controls, signaling a significant escalation in both regulation and implementation.
China's New Rules on Data Security
China recently finalized a regulation governing data security, a development that marks the latest step in the country's ongoing efforts to implement a comprehensive data and cyber security
Foreign Laws & Cases
U.S. Government Presents Case That Hesai Is Chinese Military Company
The U.S. government has filed its brief in the litigation over whether Hesai Technology, an electronics company headquartered in Shanghai, should be taken off a blacklist of Chinese military
New U.S. Legislation Introduced to Revoke China's Permanent Normal Trade Relations Status
While President Trump's ability to impose tariffs through statutory authority delegated by Congress is the focus of attention right now, Congress is also considering tariff actions, with China
Biden Administration Announces New Export Controls on AI Chips
Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce published an interim final rule governing exports of chips used in artificial intelligence. The rule has already drawn criticism from Beijing and some
U.S. Commerce Department Requests Comments on Possible Drone Rule
Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM), in which it sought public comment on "
