Search Results for keywords:"trade"

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has launched a Section 301 investigation into Nicaragua's actions concerning labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. This investigation aims to determine if Nicaragua's practices are unreasonable or discriminatory, negatively affecting U.S. commerce. A public hearing is scheduled for January 16, 2025, and the USTR is inviting public comments and testimony on these issues until January 8, 2025. The investigation will examine evidence of violations and seek to determine the appropriate response.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that producers and exporters of melamine from Germany are receiving government subsidies. This investigation covers the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Because no comments were received on the preliminary findings, the Department adopted the preliminary determinations as final without changes. If the U.S. International Trade Commission confirms that these imports harm U.S. industry, a countervailing duty will be applied to balance the effects of the subsidies.

The President's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa (PAC-DBIA) is holding a meeting to celebrate 10 years since its establishment. During this meeting, the Council will review past recommendations on various topics like infrastructure, technology, and trade, and propose new recommendations for U.S.-Africa commercial engagement. The meeting will be broadcast live online, and the public can submit their comments in advance. Meeting materials will be made available on their website after the event.

The Department of Commerce has released preliminary findings from an administrative review regarding the sale of stainless steel sinks from China. The review covers the period from April 1, 2019, to March 31, 2020, and includes six companies. Two primary companies, Jiangmen New Star Hi-Tech Enterprise Ltd. and Zhuhai Kohler Kitchen & Bathroom Products Co., Ltd., were not granted separate rates and are included under the China-wide entity rate of 76.45%. Interested parties are encouraged to provide comments on these findings, with the final results expected to be published within 120 days.