PTPolicyTraderThe policy behind the trade.
Trade policy, commodities, and sustainability across the Indo-Pacific
Moit·Vn·
India has issued a final determination in a countervailing duty (anti-subsidy) investigation targeting calcium carbonate plastic filler products imported from or originating in Vietnam. This represents a formal trade remedy outcome affecting Vietnamese exports to India.
Moit·Vn·
Vietnam chaired the CPTPP Ministerial Meeting and the 10th CPTPP Commission session. These gatherings addressed implementation and governance of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership among member states. No further details are available from the snippet.
Moit·Vn·
Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade held a dissemination event for the new E-Commerce Law and its implementing Decree No. 248/2026/NĐ-CP. These instruments establish the regulatory framework for digital trade and e-commerce activities in Vietnam. The specific provisions of the decree likely cover platform obligations, cross-border e-commerce, and related digital trade rules.
Ustr·United States·
USTR will hold public hearings July 7-9, 2026 on proposed responsive actions under Section 301 investigations targeting 60 economies for failing to address trade in forced labor goods. The hearings are part of formal investigation procedures that could lead to tariffs or other trade measures. This represents a significant multilateral enforcement action linking forced labor […]
Ustr·United States·
USTR will hold a public hearing on July 6-7 regarding proposed responsive actions in a Section 301 investigation of Brazil covering digital trade, electronic payment services, and unfair trade practices. The hearing is part of the formal process to determine potential trade measures against Brazil. This involves market access, digital trade, and possible tariff or […]
Mdic·Br·
Brazil’s Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Agriculture issued a joint note on the ratification of the MERCOSUR-EFTA Free Trade Agreement. The agreement covers trade in goods, services, and other areas between MERCOSUR members and the EFTA states (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein). This marks a significant step in formalizing the trade relationship between the two […]
Mdic·Br·
Brazil’s CAMEX has published the second edition of its manual governing the process for submitting tariff change petitions. The manual outlines procedures, requirements, and criteria for requesting modifications to import duties. It serves as a regulatory guide for industry and government stakeholders seeking tariff alterations.
Mdic·Br·
Brazil’s ministries of Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Agriculture issued a joint note on the ratification of the MERCOSUR-Singapore Free Trade Agreement. This marks a formal step in bringing the agreement into force. The FTA covers trade between the MERCOSUR bloc and Singapore.
Mdic·Br·
Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services (MDIC) published a guide on calculating dumping margins for trade remedy investigations. The document covers methodologies used in anti-dumping proceedings. This is a technical reference for practitioners involved in Brazilian trade defense cases.
Dbt·Gb·
The UK and New Zealand held an official-led Joint Committee meeting on 27 May 2026 to review implementation of their Free Trade Agreement. The public summary covers discussions on FTA implementation progress between 2025 and 2026. No further details are available in the snippet.