China’s Ministry of Commerce has launched a formal trade barrier investigation into US practices and measures that allegedly impede trade in green products. The investigation is announced under MOFCOM Announcement 2026 No. 18, dated March 27, 2026. This marks a specific named trade remedy/market access action targeting US green trade restrictions.
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MOFCOM Announcement No. 17 (2026): Trade Barrier Investigation Launched Against US Practices Undermining Global Supply Chains
China’s Ministry of Commerce has initiated a trade barrier investigation targeting US practices and measures deemed to undermine global supply and production chains. The announcement formally launches the investigation under China’s trade barrier investigation rules. This signals a significant bilateral trade policy escalation between China and the United States.
MOFCOM Order No. 1 of 2026: Decision to Cancel Counter-Measures Against Two EU Financial Institutions
China’s Ministry of Commerce issued Order No. 1 of 2026 lifting counter-measures previously imposed on two EU financial institutions. This reversal of retaliatory trade/financial restrictions signals a shift in China-EU bilateral relations. The specific institutions and original measures are referenced in the order.
MOFCOM Announcement No. 21 (2026): Blocking Order Against US Iran-Related Oil Sanctions on 5 Chinese Companies
China’s Ministry of Commerce issued a blocking order prohibiting compliance with US secondary sanctions targeting five Chinese companies over Iran-related oil trade. The measure invokes China’s blocking statute to counter extraterritorial application of US sanctions. This directly affects cross-border trade and export control enforcement between China and the US.
Malaysia Faces US Trade Action if Section 301 Provisions Are Violated
Malaysia faces potential US trade action under Section 301 of the Trade Act if it fails to comply with relevant provisions. The press release addresses the risk of US trade remedies being applied against Malaysian exports. This signals active bilateral trade policy concern between Malaysia and the United States.
UK’s Steel Trade Measure from 1 July 2026
The UK government has announced a new steel trade measure effective 1 July 2026 that will limit tariff-free steel import quota volumes. This represents a safeguard-type restriction on steel imports entering the UK market. Further details on quota levels and product coverage are contained in the full publication.
USTR Makes Findings and Proposes Action in 60 Section 301 Investigations Relating to Failures to Take Action on Trade in Forced Labor Goods
USTR has determined under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 that 60 economies have unreasonable acts, policies, and practices related to failure to prohibit and enforce against imports of forced-labor-produced goods. The agency is proposing trade actions against these economies. This is a major multilateral enforcement initiative with specific named measures and potential […]
WTO Goods Council addresses trade tensions and transparency with 38 specific trade concerns
The WTO Council for Trade in Goods met on 20-21 May 2026, with members addressing 38 specific trade concerns, nine of which were raised for the first time. Delegations discussed growing strain on the rules-based trading system amid escalating trade tensions and compliance challenges. The meeting was chaired by Ambassador Erwin Bollinger of Switzerland.
China requests WTO dispute panel over India’s measures on solar cells and IT goods
At the DSB meeting on 22 May 2026, China requested establishment of a dispute panel to review Indian measures restricting imports of solar cells, solar modules, and information technology goods. The DSB Chair also addressed ongoing WTO dispute settlement reform discussions.
New Zealand launches safeguard investigation on certain aluminium extrusions
New Zealand notified the WTO Committee on Safeguards on 27 May 2026 of the initiation of a safeguard investigation on imports of certain aluminium extrusions, effective 28 May 2026. The investigation was formally notified through WTO channels.