China Moves Forward with WTO Complaint against EU CVDs on EVs
China has filed a panel request in its WTO challenge to the EU's countervailing duties on Chinese electric vehicles.
OpenAI Calls for Chinese AI Ban in Group of Allied Countries
In a submission to the Trump administration, U.S. AI company OpenAI called for the use of export controls to restrict AI diffusion to China through coordination with a group of like-minded countries.
China Releases New Labeling Rules for AI Content
China has introduced new rules to govern the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in generating content, requiring clear labels for AI content. This move is an effort to address growing concerns over misinformation and the misuse of AI technologies, including in fraudulent activities.
USTR Holds Hearing in China Semiconductors Section 301 Investigation
The Biden administration started a Section 301 investigation on China's policies and practices in the semiconductor industry, and the Trump administration is continuing it, with a likelihood of a determination that will lead to an additional basis for tariffs or other penalties on China.
CK Hutchison Criticized for Panama Port Deal
CK Hutchison's negotiated sale of its port business has sparked criticism, highlighting the geopolitical implications of U.S.-China competition on international firms.
Russian Fees To Hit Chinese Carmakers
As a result of Western sanctions, Russia's automotive market has seen a significant shift, with Chinese manufacturers gaining ground in recent years. In response, the Russian government has implemented measures to regulate imports and support domestic manufacturers, seeking to push Chinese automakers to localize some of their production
EU Countervailing Duties on Aluminum Wheels from Morocco Target BRI Subsidies
On Friday, the European Commission announced that it had imposed countervailing duties on imports of aluminum road wheels from Morocco, with one of the subsidies at issue having been provided through China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).