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The Executive Order 13981, issued by President Donald J. Trump, focuses on protecting the United States from security risks associated with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) made by foreign adversaries. The order outlines steps to prevent the use of taxpayer money for buying UAS that present security threats, calls for assessments of current government UAS use, and encourages prioritizing domestically produced UAS. It defines "covered UAS" as those manufactured or containing components from nations like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and emphasizes examining how these systems are used by federal agencies. The order also directs agencies to consider replacing these UAS in future budgets.

In a new interim final rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced changes to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) regarding advanced computing and semiconductor manufacturing items. These changes include new controls on semiconductor equipment, high bandwidth memory, and software keys. The rule aims to limit specific exports to countries of concern, such as China, due to national security risks. The refinements include foreign direct product rules, license requirements, and clarifications to assist compliance.

The United States International Trade Commission has started a review to decide if removing the antidumping duty on ironing tables and related parts from China would harm the U.S. industry. They are asking interested parties to provide information and feedback by specific deadlines. The review follows previous continuations of the duty order in 2010 and 2016, aiming to evaluate whether the domestic industry would face injury if the order is revoked. Anyone wishing to participate must submit the required information electronically and follow specific procedures outlined by the Commission.

The International Trade Commission has begun reviewing whether to revoke duties on certain magnesia carbon bricks from China and Mexico. This review will determine if removing the duties would harm the U.S. industry. Interested parties must respond by February 3, 2021, providing requested information. The Commission will decide whether to conduct full or expedited reviews based on the adequacy of these responses.

The United States International Trade Commission has started a review to decide if lifting duties on polyester textured yarn from China and India would harm U.S. industry. These duties, placed in January 2020, aim to prevent cheap imports from hurting local businesses. The Commission invites interested parties to provide specific information and comments by early 2025. If information is not provided in the requested form, the commission may use unfavorable assumptions regarding the non-complying party.

The United States International Trade Commission has started reviews to determine if removing duties on uncoated paper from China, Indonesia, Australia, Brazil, and Portugal might cause harm to U.S. industries. These reviews will consider the potential impact on production, prices, and imports of such paper. Companies and organizations involved in producing, importing, or exporting this paper are invited to submit relevant information by specified deadlines. The outcome will decide whether to maintain or revoke these trade orders.

The U.S. Department of Energy has issued a Prohibition Order that restricts the acquisition and use of certain bulk-power system (BPS) electric equipment from China because of national security concerns. This order aims to prevent foreign adversaries from potentially exploiting these equipment vulnerabilities, especially in areas critical to defense facilities. It specifically targets equipment like transformers and circuit breakers operating at 69 kV or higher if they are manufactured or supplied by entities under China's influence. Violation of this order may result in significant civil or criminal penalties.

In a recent notice, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced changes to actions related to a Section 301 investigation concerning China's technology transfer and intellectual property practices. These changes include raising tariffs on certain tungsten, polysilicon, and wafer products from China starting January 1, 2025. The new tariffs, part of President's instructions to encourage China to change its practices, will be 25% for tungsten products and 50% for polysilicon and wafers. This decision considers public feedback, which highlights the potential benefits and risks of these tariff increases.

The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has started a review to decide whether removing the antidumping duty on refined brown aluminum oxide from China would harm the U.S. industry. This review is part of the Tariff Act of 1930, and the USITC is asking interested parties to provide information by specific deadlines. The notice includes instructions on how to participate, submit information, and outlines various criteria to be considered during the review process. The aim is to assess the potential impacts on U.S. producers if these duties are lifted.