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U.S. expands 'dolphin safe' tuna rules to end trade dispute

28/03/2016

The United States on Tuesday announced that tougher rules for labeling Mexican tuna imports as "dolphin-safe" would be expanded to the rest of the world in a bid to end a long-running trade dispute with Mexico.

EC Reviews Anti-Dumping Tariffs on Vietnam’s Certain Leather Footwear

28/03/2016

The European Community (EC) recently issued announcement on the review of Decision No. 1472/2006 declaring anti-dumping tariff on certain leather footwear importing from China and Vietnam.
Accordingly, EC will review and evaluate regulations on Market economy treatment - MET and Individual Treatment – IT according to requirements submitted by producers/exporters that were not enable to choose samples.

China expands ban on ivory imports

25/03/2016

BEIJING, March 22 (Xinhua) -- China has expanded its ban on ivory imports to protect African elephants, the State Forestry Administration announced on Tuesday.

Boost to manufacturers as EAC relaxes rules on goods produced in the region

25/03/2016

Local industries have received a major boost after the East African Community relaxed the rules on goods made in partner states.

VN: Cashew prices reach highest in a decade

25/03/2016

HÀ NỘI (VNS) — The local cashew industry has seen a spike in cashew prices, marking a 10 year record high, mostly due to increasing global prices.

Steel Institute says fast-tracking of anti-dumping laws against Asian produced steel will assist the sector

25/03/2016

The Australian Steel Institute (ASI) says time is running out to keep the local steel industry afloat and welcomes government moves to fast-track anti dumping laws.

EU action against Chinese steel exports won't solve industry problems

25/03/2016

The European Union's (EU) call to step up measures on imports of Chinese steel products will not solve the problems facing the global steel industry but will affect the international trade order, China's Commerce Ministry said on Monday.

Taiwan's challenge to Canada's anti-dumping duties wins support

24/03/2016

Taipei, March 19 (CNA) Several member countries of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have voiced support for Taiwan's challenge against a move made by Canada to impose anti-dumping tariffs on Taiwanese carbon steel welded pipes, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA).