The Philippines has launched a safeguard investigation on imported pork. This measure targets pork imports that may be causing serious injury to domestic producers. The investigation could result in tariff-based safeguard measures on pork trade.
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Zimbabwe initiates safeguard investigation on pasta products
Zimbabwe notified the WTO Committee on Safeguards on 22 October 2026 that it initiated a safeguard investigation on 18 September 2026 covering imports of certain pasta products. The notification was submitted under WTO safeguard procedures.
Seafood exports to Israel: Shifting to long-term contracts, leveraging VIFTA rules of origin
The article advises Vietnamese seafood exporters to transition to long-term contracts with Israeli buyers and utilize rules of origin provisions under the Vietnam-Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA) to gain preferential market access. It highlights the strategic importance of VIFTA’s origin rules for the seafood sector in maintaining competitiveness in the Israeli market.
Philippines launches safeguard investigation on pork imports
The Philippines notified the WTO Committee on Safeguards on 21 October 2026 that it initiated a safeguard investigation on pork imports on 9 October 2026. The notification is a formal WTO procedural step under the Agreement on Safeguards.
Taiwan-Marshall Islands Hold 1st ECA Joint Committee Meeting, Advancing Bilateral Trade
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Marshall Islands held the 1st Joint Committee Meeting under their Economic Cooperation Agreement (ECA), signing Resolution No. 1 on committee procedures to formalize institutional operations. Key outcomes include trade promotion cooperation targeting Marshall Islands seafood, coconut oil, and handicrafts in Taiwan, plus agricultural and renewable energy technical cooperation. […]
Notice on Public Announcement of Enterprises Proposed for 2026 Wool and Wool Top Import Tariff Quota Reallocation
China’s Ministry of Commerce is publishing the list of enterprises proposed to receive reallocated import tariff rate quotas for wool and wool tops for 2026. This is a standard administrative redistribution of unused or returned quota allocations among eligible applicants.
Brazil sets rules for exporters to access Mercosur–EFTA quota allocations in Norway
Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services has established procedures for exporters to utilize tariff-rate quotas under the Mercosur–EFTA agreement with Norway, effective November 1. Eligible products include beef, poultry, honey, corn, and apple juice. The measure defines how companies can access preferential quota benefits under the agreement.
Lifting of Temporary Import Suspension on Poultry Meat from Ukraine
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced the removal of a temporary import suspension on poultry meat and related products from Ukraine. This measure restores market access for Ukrainian poultry exports to Japan. The change is an SPS-related trade measure affecting specific agricultural commodities.
Ministry of Industry and Trade Issues Guidance on New Rice Export Regulations
Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued guidance on implementing new regulations governing rice exports. The guidance addresses procedural requirements for exporters under updated rules. Specific details on licensing, quotas, or conditions are outlined for rice trading enterprises.
Indonesia Export Reference Price and Gold Reference Price for October 2026 Period II Both Decline
Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade has set the Export Reference Price (HPE) for gold at USD 135,024.36/kg for the second period of October 2026, down 3.15% from USD 139,409.07/kg in Period I. The Gold Reference Price (HR) also fell to USD 4,199.73 per troy ounce from USD 4,336.11. The prices are established under Ministerial Decree No. […]