PTPolicyTraderThe policy behind the trade.
Trade policy, commodities, and sustainability across the Indo-Pacific
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India’s DGFT has extended the deadline for surrendering unutilised tariff-rate quota (TRQ) quantities allocated for the import of 1 lakh metric tonne (LMT) of raw sugar. The extension affects importers who have not utilised their allocated TRQ quantities. No further details are available from the snippet.
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India’s DGFT has extended the Minimum Import Price condition for specific chemical items classified under Chapter 29 of ITC HS 2022, Schedule I (Import Policy). This measure functions as a non-tariff import control affecting market access for the covered chemicals. No further details are available from the snippet.
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India’s DGFT has extended the Minimum Import Price condition on Sulfadiazine active pharmaceutical ingredient classified under Chapter 29 of ITC HS 2022 Schedule I. The MIP is a non-tariff import restriction affecting the import policy for this pharmaceutical chemical. No additional details are available from the snippet.
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India’s DGFT has announced the extension of the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme until December 31, 2026. The scheme provides rebates on embedded duties and taxes to exporters, functioning as a key export incentive. This continuation signals ongoing government support for export competitiveness across eligible sectors.
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India’s DGFT has extended the Minimum Import Price condition for specific items under Chapter 48 (paper and paperboard products) of the ITC HS 2022 Schedule I (Import Policy). This measure constitutes a non-tariff trade restriction affecting import conditions for the covered products. The extension continues an existing import policy instrument.
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China’s Ministry of Commerce issued a notice on procedures for declaring export licenses for automobiles and motorcycles for the 2027 quota year. The notice outlines requirements and timelines for exporters to apply for export permits under China’s managed export licensing system for these vehicle categories.
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The UK government has issued a notice to exporters detailing how the UK’s accession to CPTPP affects Certificates of Free Sale (CFS) for cosmetic products. The notice addresses market access implications for cosmetics exporters under the new FTA framework.
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Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced the lifting of a temporary import suspension on poultry meat and related products from Portugal. This measure relates to SPS-based trade restrictions previously imposed, likely due to avian influenza. The removal restores market access for Portuguese poultry products to Japan.
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USTR Ambassador Jamieson Greer issued a statement following the release of recommendations from the U.S.-China Board of Trade, a body established by Presidents Trump and Xi during Trump’s May 2026 Beijing visit to manage trade in non-sensitive products. The Board’s recommendations represent a named bilateral policy outcome on U.S.-China trade relations. This is a significant […]
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RCEP has announced the establishment of a working group to manage Chile’s accession process to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. This marks a concrete procedural step toward Chile joining the agreement. No further details are available from the snippet.