In a surprising turn of events given the state of China-U.S. trade relations at the moment, China has renewed export licenses for U.S. pork and poultry facilities that were set to expire last weekend. On the other hand, it did not renew the licenses of hundreds of U.

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.

In a swift and comprehensive retaliation against the 10% additional tariff imposed by the United States today on all Chinese goods, Beijing has unleashed a barrage of countermeasures. These actions span across multiple fronts, including a WTO challenge, retaliatory tariffs, sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) decisions on U.S. agricultural products,

In February, China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) announced several changes to import regulations for aquatic products and livestock, and revised its rules on penalties for violations.

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.

China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) opened the door to a few more food items from Spain, Laos and Bolivia, while suspending multiple imports including poultry, pork, beef and lamb due to various animal diseases.

2024 marked several milestones in the development of China's economic sanctions and export controls, signaling a significant escalation in both regulation and implementation.