Canada Starts Consultations on Critical Manufacturing Sectors and Unfair Chinese Trade Practices
Following up on a recent decision to impose special surtaxes on Chinese EVs, steel, and aluminum, Canada is now starting a public consultation on similar measures against Chinese products in various "critical manufacturing sectors."
European Commission Provides Updates on Chinese EV Duties
At a press conference today, European Commission spokesperson Olof Gill provided updates on a number of aspects of the EU's countervailing duty investigation on Chinese EVs.
New Report Examines Market Distortions in Chinese Steel Sector
The UK's Trade Remedies Authority has just posted a report prepared by LSE Consulting’s Trade Policy Hub which provides a detailed examination of Chinese government policies that lead to market distortions in the Chinese steel industry.
China Trade Issues in U.S. Presidential Debate
Issues related to China in general, and trade with China in particular, came up only briefly in last night's presidential debate, with the only new line of discussion being Kamala Harris accusing Trump of weakness towards China with regard to export controls.
China's WTO Complaint against Canada's EV, Steel, Aluminum Tariffs Now Available
The WTO has posted China's request for consultations with Canada on the recently announced tariffs on electric vehicles, steel, and aluminum.
U.S. Legislation on Countering Chinese Drones Passes House
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation that would restrict the use of drones made by Chinese company Da-Jiang Innovations (DJI), with a companion bill recently introduced in the Senate.
China Launches Anti-Dumping Investigation on Canadian Canola Seeds
Today, China's Ministry of Commerce initiated an anti-dumping investigation on Canadian canola seeds, as part of its retaliation against Canada's tariffs on a number of Chinese goods.
