USTR Ambassador Greer issued a statement questioning the status of the U.S.-EU deal to pause duties on certain EU imports, following a record-breaking European Investment Bank loan to Airbus. The statement signals concern over continued European subsidies to Airbus, which have been a longstanding source of U.S.-EU trade friction. This relates to the ongoing large […]
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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.
Korea Trade Commission Final Determination on Dumping of Chinese Galvanized Cold-Rolled Steel and Offset Printing Plates
The Korean Trade Commission issued final dumping determinations on imports of galvanized cold-rolled steel and offset printing plates from China. These rulings conclude anti-dumping investigations into the two product categories. Final determinations typically trigger imposition or confirmation of anti-dumping duties.
India Terminates Anti-Subsidy Investigation on Indonesian Clear Float Glass (CFG)
India’s Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) officially terminated its anti-subsidy investigation into imports of Clear Float Glass (CFG) from Indonesia, as announced on 28 September 2026. The termination provides regulatory certainty for Indonesian exporters and sustains export opportunities for this product to the Indian market.
WTO members conclude review of US import surcharges following removal of measure
WTO members have concluded consultations on the 10% import surcharge previously adopted by the United States. The review follows the removal of the measure, completing the formal WTO oversight process. This concludes the balance-of-payments consultation procedure related to the US surcharge.
Support Eligibility Expanded to Cover Damages from Foreign Trade Measures
South Korea’s trade ministry is expanding the scope of support programs to include businesses harmed by foreign trade measures. The policy change broadens eligibility criteria for trade damage relief beyond previous coverage. This targets firms affected by foreign tariffs, restrictions, or other trade actions.
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.
US Issues Preliminary Results of Administrative Review of Antidumping Duties on Paper Shopping Bags Imported from Vietnam (2024–2025)
The US has issued preliminary results of an administrative review of antidumping duties on paper shopping bags imported from Vietnam for the 2024–2025 period. This is a trade remedy proceeding that will affect duty rates applied to Vietnamese exporters. The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade is reporting the development.
Taiwan’s Trade Remedy Commission Makes Affirmative Preliminary Injury Determination in Antidumping Case on Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel from Vietnam
Taiwan’s Trade Remedy Commission issued an affirmative preliminary injury determination on October 12, 2026, finding reasonable indication that the domestic cold-rolled, flat-rolled stainless steel products industry is materially injured by allegedly dumped imports from Vietnam. The case will proceed to further antidumping duty investigation stages.
Anti-Dumping Investigation Initiated on Titanium Dioxide Rutile-Type Pigments and Preparations from China
Japan’s METI has initiated an anti-dumping investigation on rutile-type titanium dioxide pigments and preparations originating from China. The investigation targets unfair low-price sales (dumping) of these products in the Japanese market.