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MOFCOM Tightens Controls over Fentanyl Precursors
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MOFCOM Tightens Controls over Fentanyl Precursors
Last week, China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) revised its control list of chemical exports, adding three more substances to a list that requires special permission for shipments to the United States, Mexico and Canada. ...
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about 3 hours ago
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U.S. Trade Rep. Greer Talks Board of Trade, AI, Chinese FDI
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U.S. Trade Rep. Greer Talks Board of Trade, AI, Chinese FDI
At an event yesterday at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), U.S. Trade Rep. Jamieson Greer had a discussion with former U.S. Trade Rep. Mike Froman, who is now the President of CFR, about various aspects of U.S. trade policy. Issues related to China that came up ...
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about 4 hours ago
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Wingtech Tests China’s Anti-Sanctions Law in $1.2B Suit Against Nexperia
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Wingtech Tests China’s Anti-Sanctions Law in $1.2B Suit Against Nexperia
Chinese firm Wingtech has invoked Chinese anti-sanctions legislation to sue its Dutch subsidiaries Nexperia and five other parties in Chinese court, seeking to unwind Dutch measures that it says unlawfully stripped it of control over its semiconductor subsidiary as well as 8 billion yuan (approximately $1.2 billion) in compensation. ...
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1 day ago
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New Paper Looks at How Chinese AD Investigation on EU Pork Targeted Spain
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New Paper Looks at How Chinese AD Investigation on EU Pork Targeted Spain
A new academic paper examines how China uses anti-dumping investigations as a retaliatory response to anti-dumping/countervailing duty investigations it faces in other countries, focusing on the example of China's pork investigation in flipping Spain's vote in the EU electric vehicle case. ...
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1 day ago
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Five EU Nations Push for Stronger Tools To Address Chinese Non-Market Practices
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Five EU Nations Push for Stronger Tools To Address Chinese Non-Market Practices
As part of an ongoing discussion in the EU on how to respond to economic harm from Chinese exports, a group of EU member states has published a paper that makes the case for a variety of new trade tools. ...
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2 days ago
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Xi’s Delicate Balance Between Trump and Putin
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Xi’s Delicate Balance Between Trump and Putin
Following a high-stakes summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin this week. The back-to-back summits underscore China's delicate balancing act. ...
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2 days ago
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
This past week, CTM covered in detail the outcomes of President Trump's visit to China: * CTM offered some reflections on the trip here. * China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) detailed its view of a five-point consensus reached during the visit, and later provided additional details regarding its ...
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5 days ago
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Panel Request in Chinese WTO Complaint against Indian Solar/IT Measures Blocked
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Panel Request in Chinese WTO Complaint against Indian Solar/IT Measures Blocked
At the meeting of the WTO's Dispute Settlement Body today, China's first request for a panel to hear its complaint against Indian measures in the solar and IT sectors was blocked. ...
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5 days ago
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Chinese Container Makers Face U.S. Antitrust Indictment
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Chinese Container Makers Face U.S. Antitrust Indictment
The U.S. Justice Department has indicted four Chinese container manufacturers and seven of their executives in what it called a global price-fixing and production-restriction scheme that inflated shipping container prices and affected U.S. commerce during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
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6 days ago
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At WTO Meeting, China Addresses Tariff Modifications, Pushes Back on EU Industrial Efforts
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At WTO Meeting, China Addresses Tariff Modifications, Pushes Back on EU Industrial Efforts
At a meeting of the WTO's Council for Trade in Goods yesterday, China raised concerns about tariff modifications being undertaken by the EU (and the UK), as well as two new pieces of legislation under consideration in the EU. ...
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6 days ago
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U.S. Senate Bill Targets Agriculture Sector's Dependence on China, But Faces Uphill Battle
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U.S. Senate Bill Targets Agriculture Sector's Dependence on China, But Faces Uphill Battle
In the context of China-U.S. trade relations, unilateral U.S. moves are often met with a retaliatory response from China, and U.S. agricultural exports are a key target. A new piece of legislation introduced in the Senate tries to address this, but given certain market realities, it may ...
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7 days ago
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Beijing Details Trade Pact with U.S., Taps New Board for Multi-Billion-Dollar Tariff Cuts
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Beijing Details Trade Pact with U.S., Taps New Board for Multi-Billion-Dollar Tariff Cuts
Today, officials from China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) provided additional details regarding their view of the agreements reached with their U.S. counterparts last week, highlighting that Washington has agreed not to raise tariffs beyond the levels established last fall and outlining the use of the Board of ...
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7 days ago
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China Beef Imports From Australia and Brazil Approach Quota Limits
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China Beef Imports From Australia and Brazil Approach Quota Limits
China's imports from Australia and Brazil are rapidly approaching quota limits set under its trade safeguard measures, threatening to trigger steep tariffs for two of China's top agricultural suppliers, according to the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM). ...
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8 days ago
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China Initiates Discussion on Modifying Tariff Concessions under WTO Schedules
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China Initiates Discussion on Modifying Tariff Concessions under WTO Schedules
In reaction to recent moves by the EU to invoke the tariff schedule modification provisions in GATT Article XXVIII, China has requested technical discussions at the WTO on the proper use of this procedure. ...
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8 days ago
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Beijing Issues Blocking Order Targeting EU FSR Investigations on Nuctech
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Beijing Issues Blocking Order Targeting EU FSR Investigations on Nuctech
Last week, Beijing issued a notice officially characterizing the cross-border aspects of the European Union's investigation in its Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) probe into Nuctech as an "unjust extraterritorial application of foreign law" and strictly prohibiting compliance with the European Commission's requests. ...
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9 days ago
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White House Issues Fact Sheet on China Trip
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White House Issues Fact Sheet on China Trip
Following up on President Trump's visit to China, the White House has issued a fact sheet documenting what it sees as the most important outcomes. This piece sets out the key details on trade issues, and also provides links to other CTM pieces related to the trip. ...
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10 days ago
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Reflections on Trump's Visit to China
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Reflections on Trump's Visit to China
With President Trump's visit to China now complete, we can reflect a bit on what did (and did not) happen. Issues related to the Iran war, bilateral trade and investment flows, AI, and the status of Taiwan were central to the discussions, but whether any significant policy changes ...
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10 days ago
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China Outlines "Preliminary Results" from Trump Visit
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China Outlines "Preliminary Results" from Trump Visit
China's Ministry of Commerce detailed its view of a five-point consensus reached during this week’s summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, signaling a commitment to reciprocal tariff reductions in order to deescalate tariff tensions and an expansion of trade in the aircraft and agricultural sectors. ...
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10 days ago
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
This past week, CTM covered the following issues. To assist policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers in navigating the terrain of China-U.S. relations, China Trade Monitor is launching its U.S.-China Trade Friction Timeline. During this week's Xi-Trump meeting, China and the U.S. signaled a tentative ...
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12 days ago
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U.S. Trade Rep. Weighs in on China Trip
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U.S. Trade Rep. Weighs in on China Trip
With President Trump's trip to China now finished, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer weighed in on the trade outcomes and discussions. ...
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12 days ago
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Comments on China Trip
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Comments on China Trip
In the midst of the summit between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump in Beijing, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent weighed in on a number of trade issues that are under discussion. ...
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13 days ago
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Xi and Trump Signal Stability as Beijing Summit Thaws Trade Tensions
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Xi and Trump Signal Stability as Beijing Summit Thaws Trade Tensions
China and the United States signaled a tentative thaw in trade and technology tensions as President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump met today in Beijing, with a mix of symbolic gestures and concrete commercial steps. ...
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13 days ago
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Section 301 Excess Capacity Hearing Highlights China Concerns
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Section 301 Excess Capacity Hearing Highlights China Concerns
Last week, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) held a four-day hearing as part of its Section 301 investigation of Structural Excess Capacity and Production in Manufacturing Sectors. ...
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13 days ago
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China Issues New Blueprint for AI Agents
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China Issues New Blueprint for AI Agents
China's new national AI strategy seeks to regulate and accelerate the development of "AI agents," while placing a heavy emphasis on a security bottom line. By implementing a tiered governance framework, Beijing is building an AI ecosystem designed to mitigate systemic risks while aggressively scaling applications ...
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14 days ago
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U.S. Solar Industry Accuses Chinese Producers of Circumventing Duties through Ethiopian Production
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U.S. Solar Industry Accuses Chinese Producers of Circumventing Duties through Ethiopian Production
Following up on earlier anti-dumping/countervailing duty (AD/CVD) cases against imports of Chinese solar products, both from China itself and from Chinese companies operating in various third countries, the U.S. solar industry has now accused Chinese companies of circumventing existing AD/CVD cases by selling through Ethiopia. ...
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14 days ago
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U.S.-China Trade Friction Timeline
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U.S.-China Trade Friction Timeline
We are entering a week of high-stakes diplomacy. As Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng meets U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in South Korea today, they are engaging in the final effort to clear the path for President Trump’s long-awaited State Visit to China on May 13-15. This visit ...
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15 days ago
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China Requests WTO Panel in India Solar/IT Dispute
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China Requests WTO Panel in India Solar/IT Dispute
Yesterday, China followed up on an earlier request for consultations with a request that a WTO panel be established to hear its complaint about discriminatory measures adopted by India in the solar and information technology sectors. ...
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15 days ago
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China Reports Sharp Growth in 2026 Q1 Shipbuilding Ahead of Xi-Trump Meeting
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China Reports Sharp Growth in 2026 Q1 Shipbuilding Ahead of Xi-Trump Meeting
China's official data shows its shipbuilding industry remained firmly in the global lead in the first quarter of 2026, with output, new orders and backlog all rising sharply as demand held strong. ...
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16 days ago
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Ireland Investigates Shein for Data Practices
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Ireland Investigates Shein for Data Practices
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) has launched a formal inquiry into the data governance practices of Shein, the fast-fashion giant, marking the latest regulatory challenge for Chinese firms as they expand their footprint in Europe. ...
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17 days ago
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Members of Congress Introduce Chinese Auto Ban, Farmland Purchase Restriction Legislation
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Members of Congress Introduce Chinese Auto Ban, Farmland Purchase Restriction Legislation
In advance of President Trump's trip to China this week, U.S. lawmakers are continuing to ratchet up political pressure against allowing the sale of Chinese automobiles in the U.S. They are also moving to restrict Chinese purchases of U.S. farmland. ...
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17 days ago
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
This past week, CTM covered the following issues. China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) issued a blocking order against U.S. penalties that had been imposed on some Chinese companies for violating U.S. sanctions related to trading in Iranian oil. This action marks the first invocation of China' ...
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19 days ago
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U.S. Trade Court Ruling Strikes Down Section 122 "Balance-of- Payments Deficits" Tariffs
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U.S. Trade Court Ruling Strikes Down Section 122 "Balance-of- Payments Deficits" Tariffs
In a split opinion issued today, a two-judge majority on the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that the surcharge imposed by the Trump administration under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 is inconsistent with the requirements of that statute. ...
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20 days ago
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USTR Initiates Second 4-Year Review of Section 301 China Tech Transfer Tariffs
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USTR Initiates Second 4-Year Review of Section 301 China Tech Transfer Tariffs
Yesterday, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) initiated the second review of the Section 301 tariffs originally imposed on Chinese imports during the first Trump administration, and subsequently reviewed, extended, and modified during the Biden administration. ...
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20 days ago
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China's Rare Earth Export Controls: Q1 2026 Data Reveals Targeted Squeeze on U.S. and Japan
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China's Rare Earth Export Controls: Q1 2026 Data Reveals Targeted Squeeze on U.S. and Japan
China’s rare earth exports rebounded in March, maintaining a steady global footprint one year after Beijing tightened its grip on the strategic minerals. However, new customs data reveals a divergence in trade patterns, with shipments to the United States and Japan plummeting amid escalating national security friction. ...
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20 days ago
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EU Faces €368 Billion Blow If Chinese Tech Purged Under New Cyber Rules, Report Warns
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EU Faces €368 Billion Blow If Chinese Tech Purged Under New Cyber Rules, Report Warns
A proposed overhaul of the EU's cybersecurity rules could cost the European Union nearly €367.8 billion over five years if Chinese suppliers are forced out of key sectors, according to a joint report published by the China Chamber of Commerce to the EU (CCCEU) and KPMG. ...
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21 days ago
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U.S. Makes WTO Submission in China-EU Dispute over CVDs on EVs
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U.S. Makes WTO Submission in China-EU Dispute over CVDs on EVs
In the WTO dispute brought by China against EU countervailing duties on Chinese EVs, the U.S. third party submission highlights a few key legal issues in the dispute. ...
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21 days ago
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Section 301 Forced Labor Hearing Highlights China Concerns
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Section 301 Forced Labor Hearing Highlights China Concerns
At a hearing last week held by the U.S. Trade Representative's Office on the failure of various governments to ban imports made with forced labor, various witnesses testified and U.S. government officials asked questions, with Chinese practices playing a prominent role. ...
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22 days ago
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The Implementation of China’s Unreliable Entity System
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The Implementation of China’s Unreliable Entity System
China’s Unreliable Entity List (UEL) system has evolved rapidly following significant legislative updates in late 2025 and early 2026. This piece provides a review of the UEL implementation. With the newly revised Foreign Trade Law and the Provisions on Industrial and Supply Chain Security, the UEL system is being ...
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22 days ago
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China Issues First Blocking Order, Responding to U.S. Oil Sanctions
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China Issues First Blocking Order, Responding to U.S. Oil Sanctions
On May 2, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) issued a blocking order against U.S. penalties that had been imposed on some Chinese companies for violating U.S. sanctions related to trading in Iranian oil. This action marks the first invocation of China's blocking rules, which are ...
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23 days ago
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USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement
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USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement
Last week, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released its Special 301 report "on the adequacy and effectiveness of U.S. trading partners’ protection and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights," repeating many of its long-standing complaints about Chinese policies and practices in this area. ...
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23 days ago
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FCC Targets Chinese Test Labs, Data Centers, and Network Interconnection
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FCC Targets Chinese Test Labs, Data Centers, and Network Interconnection
On April 30, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to advance a proposal to ban Chinese labs from testing and certifying electronic devices in the U.S. market. The vote was met with immediate opposition from Beijing. ...
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24 days ago
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WTO Committee Meeting Discusses Overcapacity, Transnational Subsidies, and More
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WTO Committee Meeting Discusses Overcapacity, Transnational Subsidies, and More
At the meeting of the WTO's Subsidies and Countervailing Measures Committee last week, governments discussed overcapacity, a level playing field, transnational subsidies, and China's "First Set of Key Technology Equipment" program. ...
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24 days ago
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
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CTM Weekly Newsletter
This past week, CTM covered the following issues. China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) blocked Meta's acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus. China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) placed seven EU entities on its export control entity list for alleged arms sales to Taiwan. The move ...
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26 days ago
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Chinese Port Investors File Investment Claim against Australia
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Chinese Port Investors File Investment Claim against Australia
A controversy over Chinese control of the Port of Darwin has led to an investment arbitration lawsuit, although the details of the claim have not been publicly disclosed yet. ...
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27 days ago
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Shanghai Rolls Out New Data Export Rules to Bolster Global Business Ties
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Shanghai Rolls Out New Data Export Rules to Bolster Global Business Ties
Shanghai expanded the city's negative list for cross-border data transfer, expanding a pilot program to establish a city-wide framework that streamlines how businesses move data across national borders. ...
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27 days ago
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U.S. Solar AD/CVD Determinations Target Chinese Subsidies to Companies in Indonesia, Laos
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U.S. Solar AD/CVD Determinations Target Chinese Subsidies to Companies in Indonesia, Laos
In recent months, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has announced preliminary affirmative determinations in the anti-dumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations of crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled into modules (solar cells), from India, Indonesia, and Laos. The Indonesia and Laos investigations considered allegations of ...
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28 days ago
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China Cites WTO Violations in Rejection of EU’s Industrial Policy Plan
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China Cites WTO Violations in Rejection of EU’s Industrial Policy Plan
China has submitted comments to the EU's proposed Industrial Accelerator Act, accusing Brussels of "double standards" and "discriminatory" policies that potentially violate several WTO obligations. ...
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28 days ago
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Hytera-Motorola Trade Secret Fight Leads To $50 Million Fine
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Hytera-Motorola Trade Secret Fight Leads To $50 Million Fine
Last month, a federal judge in Chicago fined Chinese telecommunications company Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd US$50 million for "criminally conspiring to steal proprietary technology from Illinois-based Motorola Solutions, Inc." ...
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29 days ago
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Congressional Democrats Push for Continued Exclusion of Chinese Autos
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Congressional Democrats Push for Continued Exclusion of Chinese Autos
Seventy-four Democrats in the House of Representatives have sent a letter to President Trump pressing him not to allow imports of Chinese automobiles or Chinese automobile production in the U.S. ...
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29 days ago
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Beijing Scraps Tariffs for 20 African Nations in Major Trade Push
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Beijing Scraps Tariffs for 20 African Nations in Major Trade Push
Today, China's Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council updated its tariff schedules, granting zero tariffs to imports from 20 African countries, effective next month. ...
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29 days ago
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