Huan Zhu
China Starts Dumping Probe of Mexican, U.S. Pecans
Last week, China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced that it launched an ex officio anti-dumping investigation on pecans from Mexico and the United States, adding to mounting trade tensions with both countries.
China Probes Mexico's Trade Policies, Tariffs in New Barrier Investigation
China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced on September 25 that it has initiated an investigation against Mexico's "restrictive measures," claiming that they "will seriously damage the trade and investment interests of Chinese companies."
Beijing Blames U.S. Measures for Hindering Soybean, Boeing Deals
China’s Ministry of Commerce on Thursday signaled cautious optimism for greater U.S.-China economic engagement, but downplayed expectations for major new purchases of American soybeans or airplanes.
China Sanctions Six U.S. Firms Over Taiwan; Imposes Export and Investment Bans
Today, China's Ministry of Commerce sanctioned six U.S. companies, subjecting them to export controls and other trade and investment restrictions.
U.S. Customs Restricts Bikes from Taiwan on Forced Labor Concerns
In a new action related to forced labor concerns, the Trump administration has blocked imports from Giant, a Taiwanese bicycle manufacturer. Giant's response indicates that it will contest the findings.
China Gives Up Special and Differential Treatment for Future WTO Agreements
In a significant shift in its trade policy, China has announced it will no longer seek Special and Differential (S&D) Treatment in current and future World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations, addressing a long-standing point of contention with the U.S. and other WTO Members. The move highlights China&
Arc'teryx Fireworks Show Ignites Controversy in Tibet
A fireworks show staged by Canadian outdoor brand Arc’teryx and a Chinese artist in Tibet has sparked a wave of criticism over its potential environmental impact. The event, which took place in a sensitive ecosystem, has drawn scrutiny from regulators and state media and has triggered a heated online