PTPolicyTraderThe policy behind the trade.
Trade policy, commodities, and sustainability across the Indo-Pacific
Ustr·United States·
USTR announced country-specific and first-come, first-served in-quota TRQ allocations for raw cane sugar, refined sugar, and sugar-containing products for FY2027 (October 1, 2026–September 30, 2027). These allocations are made under U.S. WTO commitments. The announcement directly affects market access for sugar-exporting countries to the U.S. market.
Kemendag·Indonesia·
Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade is applying trade safeguard measures (TPP) to protect the domestic cosmetics industry from serious injury caused by surging imports. The safeguard instrument is designed to give domestic industry breathing room to recover. This represents a specific named trade remedy action targeting the cosmetics sector.
Wto·Int·
A joint WTO-IMF Trade Policy Activity index shows a marked rise in global trade policy activity during 2025-26, with heightened tensions among major economies against an overall upward trend. The index tracks the volume and nature of trade policy measures worldwide.
Doc India·In·
India completed its eighth Trade Policy Review at the WTO in Geneva. The review is a formal WTO mechanism examining a member’s trade and related policies. No further details are available from the snippet.
Dbt·Gb·
The UK Secretary of State has published trade remedies notices imposing anti-dumping duties on bicycles and bicycle parts originating from eight countries: Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Tunisia. This covers a broad set of Asia-Pacific and other sourcing countries for a significant consumer goods category.
Kemendag·Indonesia·
Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso presented to the House of Representatives Commission VI a proposal to ratify four international trade agreements, including the Indonesia-EAEU FTA and three ASEAN strategic agreements. Ratification would proceed via Presidential Regulation. The minister sought parliamentary support to advance these agreements.
Wto·Int·
The WTO TRIPS Council met on 22-23 July 2026 to discuss member notifications of IP legislation, pandemic preparedness and technology transfer, the TRIPS-CBD relationship, and cooperation among IP offices. The session also covered technical cooperation updates and a side event on genetic resources. The meeting was chaired by Ambassador Alaa Hegazy of Egypt.
Gac·Canada·
Canada’s Advisory Committee on Canada–U.S. Economic Relations convened to discuss the U.S. administration’s announced intention to impose a 50% tariff on a range of Canadian goods. The meeting follows escalating bilateral trade tensions between Canada and the United States.
Gac·Canada·
Canada’s Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Jobs announced public consultations to strengthen measures against forced labour in global supply chains. The consultations aim to develop policy responses addressing forced labour imports and supply chain due diligence. This is a named government action with direct trade policy implications under Canada’s existing Fighting Against Forced Labour and […]
Ustr·United States·
USTR Ambassador Greer and Jordan’s Minister of Industry, Trade, and Supply signed the United States–Jordan Agreement on Reciprocal Trade on July 21, 2026. The agreement aims to expand market access for American exporters and deepen economic ties between the two countries. Specific substantive trade measures are referenced as part of the deal.