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Trade policy, commodities, and sustainability across the Indo-Pacific
Mofcom·Cn·
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced the addition of 20 Japanese entities to its ‘watch list’ (关注名单) under its export control or trade restriction framework. This action targets specific named Japanese companies and represents a formal trade restriction measure. No further details are available from the snippet.
Mofcom·Cn·
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced the addition of 20 Japanese entities to its export control restricted list. This measure restricts exports of controlled items to these entities under China’s Export Control Law. The announcement was issued on June 29, 2026.
Ustr·United States·
USTR has initiated a Section 301 investigation into Germany’s persistent underpayment for innovative pharmaceutical products, with a comment docket opened June 25, 2026 and a deadline of August 10, 2026. The notice of initiation was published June 18, 2026. This investigation could lead to tariffs or other trade measures against Germany.
Dg Trade·Eu·
The EU has published updated rules on foreign investment screening, enhancing its capacity to identify and address security and public order risks from foreign investments. The revised framework represents a significant policy update to the EU’s inward investment control regime.
Wto·Int·
WTO General Council Chair Ambassador Clare Kelly (New Zealand) presented next steps for advancing to the substantive phase of WTO reform at a heads of delegation meeting on 26 June 2026, including indicative checkpoints to monitor progress. Facilitators have been identified for the main reform areas based on member nominations. Members emphasized the urgency of […]
Doc India·In·
India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced the deployment of 1,000 advisory personnel across India to assist businesses in leveraging benefits under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). The initiative is aimed at maximizing utilization of the FTA’s provisions by Indian exporters and importers. This follows the conclusion of the India-UK CETA negotiations.
Mti·Sg·
CPTPP ministers issued a joint statement covering the agreement’s expansion, implementation, and cooperation. The statement addresses ongoing accession processes and operational matters for the trans-Pacific trade bloc. Specific policy outcomes on membership and implementation were announced.
Ustr·United States·
During USTR Ambassador Greer’s visit to Tashkent, the US and Uzbekistan agreed to an ‘early harvest’ of trade commitments aimed at strengthening bilateral economic and investment ties and ensuring reciprocity and balance. The two countries also agreed to accelerate negotiations on a broader reciprocal trade and investment agreement.
Dg Trade·Eu·
A European Commission report evaluates EU Member States’ export patterns for dual-use items in 2024, highlighting continued improvements in enforcement and implementation of the EU dual-use export controls framework. The report also provides transparency data on dual-use goods exports.
Wto·Int·
The WTO Committee on Regional Trade Agreements reviewed five RTAs covering 17 members and two non-members at its June 25 meeting. The committee also examined topics under the Transparency Mechanism for RTAs and heard presentations on trade and gender provisions in various members’ agreements.