PTPolicyTraderThe policy behind the trade.
Trade policy, commodities, and sustainability across the Indo-Pacific
Dgft·In·
India’s DGFT has extended the validity of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) authorizations for gold imports (HS 7108) under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) issued in FY 2025-26 until June 30, 2026. The extension applies to existing TRQ holders under the preferential trade arrangement. This is a specific administrative measure affecting market access for […]
Dgft·In·
India’s DGFT has issued a notification restoring RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) rates. RoDTEP is a key export incentive scheme that reimburses duties and taxes on exported goods. The restoration of rates directly affects tariff-related export benefits for Indian exporters.
Dgft·In·
India’s DGFT has amended Standard Input Output Norms (SION) A-2005, which govern the quantity of inputs allowed duty-free for export production under the Advance Authorisation scheme. The amendment modifies the norms applicable to a specific export product category, affecting customs duty exemptions tied to export obligations.
Mofcom·Cn·
China’s Ministry of Commerce is publishing the proposed allocation list of enterprises eligible for the 2026 tariff rate quota (TRQ) for sugar imports from Nicaragua. The notice invites public comment on the draft allocations. This relates to preferential tariff quota management under China-Nicaragua trade arrangements.
Seco·Ch·
The Swiss Federal Council has decided that export of war materiel to countries involved in the international armed conflict with Iran cannot be authorized for the conflict’s duration. Existing licences and exports of other goods will be regularly reviewed by an interdepartmental expert group for neutrality compatibility. This constitutes a direct export control measure affecting […]
Dgft·In·
India’s DGFT has issued a notification providing time-limited support measures for exporters affected by geopolitical disruptions in the Gulf and West Asia maritime corridor. The measure appears to address trade facilitation relief for exporters facing shipping route disruptions. Specific provisions likely include deadline extensions or procedural relaxations under India’s foreign trade policy.
Dg Trade·Eu·
The European Commission imposed anti-dumping duties on imports of phosphorous acid originating from China. This action targets dumped imports entering the EU market.
Dgft·In·
India’s DGFT has amended Policy Condition No. 2 under Chapter 95 of the ITC(HS) 2022 Import Policy Schedule, which covers toys, games, and sports equipment. The notification alters the regulatory conditions governing imports of these goods. Specific details of the amendment are not available in the snippet.
Dg Trade·Eu·
The European Commission imposed anti-dumping duties on imports of valine (an amino acid) from China into the EU. This is a definitive trade remedy action targeting dumped Chinese exports of this product.
Dg Trade·Eu·
The European Commission has imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on imports of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) resins from Taiwan and South Korea. This action targets unfairly traded imports entering the EU market.