The Panamanian Attorney General has weighed in on the constitutionality of his government's port contract with Hong Kong-based Hutchison Port Holdings, telling the Supreme Court it is "unconstitutional," and asking the Court "to confirm the unconstitutionality of the contract as a step toward terminating the

Following a new U.S. investigation on copper imports, China warned of retaliation against potential U.S. tariffs. However, trade data suggests that China may not be the most impacted nation if new duties are imposed, and the references to China in the White House announcement may be exaggerating China&

On Saturday, President Trump issued an Executive Order instructing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to carry out a Section 232 investigation on whether timber, lumber, and their derivative products (such as paper products, furniture, and cabinetry) are a threat to national security.

This past week, CTM covered the following issues: In China: * China’s policy package to stabilize foreign investment * Letter to USTR * Crack down on malicious trademark registration  In the U.S.: * Trump administration foreign investment policy memo * Section 232 investigation on copper * Section 301 investigation on Chinese shipbuilding * Congressional hearing

The Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs held a nomination hearing today for several Trump administration officials, including the nomination of Jeffrey Kessler for Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security. If confirmed, Kessler will play a key role in a number of policy areas affecting trade

China has unveiled a comprehensive policy package aimed at bolstering foreign investor confidence and addressing key challenges in the face of global economic uncertainties. The plan, approved by the State Council, outlines 20 specific measures in expanding market access and other areas.

After Jamieson Greer was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the newly appointed U.S. Trade Representative, China's Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao sent a congratulatory letter to Greer while expressing concerns over recent and potential trade conflicts.