U.S. Court Ruling in Trump First Term Section 301 Case Allows China Tariff Changes, Addresses Broader Tariff Power Issues

In an opinion issued last week, a U.S. appeals court affirmed a lower court opinion that upheld actions by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in relation to tariffs imposed on Chinese imports during the first Trump administration. The court opinion has direct consequences for these

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In a significant shift in its trade policy, China announced it will no longer seek Special and Differential (S&D) Treatment in current and future WTO negotiations, addressing a long-standing point of contention with the U.S. and other WTO Members. We dive into the details on the factors

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."

China Criticizes WTO Ruling on IP Enforcement, But Asserts Compliance

In response to a recent WTO dispute ruling on various aspects of its IP enforcement, China has told WTO Members that, despite having concerns with the ruling, it is now in compliance.

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.
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