PTPolicyTraderThe policy behind the trade.
Trade policy, commodities, and sustainability across the Indo-Pacific
Mofcom·Cn·
China’s Ministry of Commerce has issued a preliminary determination in its anti-dumping investigation into pea starch originating from Canada. The announcement (No. 25, 2026) publishes the initial findings under China’s trade remedy procedures. Provisional anti-dumping measures may follow this preliminary ruling.
Dgft·In·
India’s DGFT has amended import policy conditions under Chapter 74 (copper) and Chapter 76 (aluminium) of the ITC(HS) 2022 schedule. The changes modify sub-paragraphs of specific policy conditions governing imports of these metals. This affects the regulatory framework for copper and aluminium imports into India.
Dg Trade·Eu·
The European Commission submitted proposals to the Council for signature and conclusion of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA) with Indonesia. These agreements mark a significant step toward formalizing bilateral trade and investment relations between the EU and Indonesia.
Moea·Tw·
Taiwan’s Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) will enforce new mandatory inspection requirements for nine product categories effective July 1, 2026, including electric vehicle charging equipment (≤30 kW), power conversion systems (≤20 kW), and stationary lithium energy storage systems (≤20 kWh). These are new non-tariff conformity assessment measures affecting market access for imported and […]
Seco·Ch·
Switzerland’s Federal Council published a declaration on 29 June 2026 outlining implementation of further elements of the November 2025 Switzerland-US joint statement aimed at stabilising bilateral trade relations. Switzerland expects reciprocal US commitments in return, while pursuing a comprehensive trade agreement as the long-term goal. The move is tied to managing US tariff pressures on […]
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 […]