The Philippine Departments of Trade and Industry, Labor and Employment, and Finance signed a Joint Administrative Order establishing a prohibition on imports produced through forced labor. This represents a concrete regulatory measure affecting customs and import procedures in the Philippines. The order formalizes an import restriction mechanism aligned with international forced labor trade standards.
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DTI, DOLE, and DOF sign Joint Administrative Order to prohibit imports produced through forced labor
The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Labor and Employment, and Department of Finance signed a Joint Administrative Order establishing a prohibition on imports produced through forced labor. This is a named regulatory measure directly governing market access conditions for goods entering the Philippines. The order formalizes inter-agency enforcement of forced labor import […]
Canada launches public consultations on tariff-rate quota administration for certain steel imports
Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs announced public consultations on the administration of tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for certain steel imports listed under item 82 of the Import Control List. The consultations aim to gather input on how these TRQs are managed and allocated.
WCO Data Model Version 4.3.0 Released at 30th Anniversary Milestone
The WCO has published Data Model Version 4.3.0, approved by the WCO Council in June 2026, marking the model’s 30th anniversary. The release was celebrated via a public webinar attended by over 420 participants worldwide. The WCO Data Model standardizes customs data for cross-border trade interoperability.
WTO Trade Policy Review: India (Eighth Review, July 2026)
The WTO conducts its eighth Trade Policy Review of India on 21 and 23 July 2026, based on reports from the WTO Secretariat and the Government of India. The review covers India’s trade policies and practices across all sectors.
Commission upgrades import monitoring mechanism
The European Commission is upgrading its import monitoring toolbox by reconfiguring the ‘import barometer,’ a data-gathering tool originally established in 2025, to respond to growing imbalances in global trade. The upgrade aims to improve tracking of import trends across the EU.
WTO General Council July 2026: UK Statements
The UK delivered statements at the WTO General Council meeting in July 2026, presented by the UK’s Permanent Representative Kumar Iyer. The statements cover UK positions on WTO matters discussed at the General Council. Specific policy positions and outcomes are contained in the full text.
Extension of TRQ Authorisation Validity for Gold Imports under India-UAE CEPA (HS 7108) to 30 September 2026
India’s DGFT has extended the validity of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) authorisations for gold imports under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (HS 7108) issued in FY 2025-26, now valid until 30 September 2026. This measure affects preferential import entitlements for gold under the bilateral FTA framework.
CPTPP Joint Ministerial Statement on Expansion, Implementation, and Cooperation
CPTPP ministers issued a joint statement covering the agreement’s expansion, implementation, and cooperation. The statement addresses ongoing accession processes and operational matters for the trans-Pacific trade bloc. Specific policy outcomes on membership and implementation were announced.
Manual for Tariff Change Petitions – 2nd Edition
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.