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.
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United States and Uzbekistan Announce Early Harvest on Trade, Accelerate Reciprocal Trade and Investment Talks
During USTR Ambassador Greer’s visit to Tashkent, the US and Uzbekistan agreed to an ‘early harvest’ of trade commitments aimed at strengthening bilateral economic and investment ties and ensuring reciprocity and balance. The two countries also agreed to accelerate negotiations on a broader reciprocal trade and investment agreement.
USTR Initiates Section 301 Investigation into Germany’s Pharmaceutical Pricing Practices
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.
Ambassador Greer Issues Statement on the USMCA Joint Review
The USMCA Free Trade Commission conducted its mandated joint review on July 1, 2026, with the US, Mexico, and Canada meeting virtually to assess the agreement’s operation. Ambassador Greer issued a statement on the outcome of this review. The USMCA joint review is a treaty-required process that can lead to continuation or renegotiation of the […]
Public Hearing on Proposed Responsive Action in Section 301 Investigation of Brazil
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 […]
USTR Public Hearings on Section 301 Investigations into Forced Labor Trade Practices Across 60 Economies
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 […]
US Stakeholders Applaud Trump Decision Not to Rubber-Stamp USMCA Renewal
President Trump declined to automatically renew the USMCA, keeping the agreement in effect while the US pursues renegotiation to address perceived shortcomings. The USTR press release highlights support from American farmers, manufacturers, ranchers, and service suppliers for this decision. The move signals a formal review/renegotiation process for the US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
US Invokes USMCA Rapid Response Mechanism Over Worker Rights at Newmont Peñasquito Mine in Mexico
USTR has invoked the USMCA Rapid Response Labor Mechanism (RRM) against Mexico regarding alleged denial of workers’ rights at Newmont Corporation’s Minera Peñasquito silver-gold mine in Zacatecas. This is a formal trade enforcement action under the USMCA labor chapter targeting a specific facility. The RRM allows expedited review and potential remedies including tariffs on goods […]
Joint Statement on Second Round of USMCA Joint Review Negotiations between USTR and Mexico
USTR Jamieson Greer and Mexican Economy Secretary Marcelo Ebrard issued a joint statement following the second round of bilateral USMCA joint review negotiations held June 15-17, 2026 in Washington, D.C. The statement covers outcomes of the formal review process under the USMCA agreement. No further detail is available from the snippet alone, but the meeting […]
Joint Statement: Second Round of USMCA Joint Review Negotiations between US and Mexico
The USTR and Mexico’s Secretariat of Economy held the second round of bilateral USMCA joint review negotiations in Washington on June 15-17, 2026. The joint statement follows a meeting between Ambassador Greer and Secretary Ebrard. No specific outcomes are detailed in the snippet, but the review process is a formal FTA mechanism.