Keywords: Trade Dispute


United States launches investigation into Germany over pharmaceutical pricing practices

The United States government has opened an official investigation into Germany’s pharmaceutical pricing policies, in a move that could potentially lead to the imposition of new tariffs on medical products. The inquiry, announced by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), will......

Colombia accuses Ecuador of alleged election interference amid rising trade tensions

Colombia’s foreign ministry has accused Ecuador of “deliberate interference” in its presidential election, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two neighboring countries amid an ongoing trade dispute. The controversy emerged after Ecuadorian authorities announced a decision to......

Andean Community orders Colombia and Ecuador to remove trade restrictions

Andean Community has ordered Colombia and Ecuador to withdraw recent trade restrictions imposed against each other following an escalating economic dispute between the neighboring nations. The regional bloc instructed both governments to eliminate all tariff measures and trade barriers within ten business......

China eases BHP iron ore curbs after months long trade dispute

China has lifted restrictions on some iron ore purchases from BHP, signaling a shift in a trade dispute that had disrupted global supply chains for months and unsettled commodity markets. A state-backed buyer, China Mineral Resources Group, informed steel producers they could resume bidding on selected......

China warns of retaliation over Mexico's tariff hikes

China stated on Wednesday that Mexico's recent trade measures, including significant tariff increases, represent barriers to trade and investment and affirmed its right to adopt countermeasures. The increased import duties affect more than $30 billion in Chinese exports to Mexico. The Chinese Ministry......

China warns of tariffs on French wine amid EU trade tensions

China signaled on Wednesday that it could open investigations into French wine or impose reciprocal tariffs on European Union goods if France continues to advocate for sweeping trade measures against Chinese products, according to Yuyuan Tantian, a social media account affiliated with state broadcaster......

Trump threatens to revoke certification of Canadian aircraft including Bombardier jets

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to withdraw U.S. certification for aircraft manufactured in Canada, including business jets produced by Bombardier, escalating tensions between Washington and Ottawa over aviation regulations. In a statement posted on social media, Trump accused Canadian......

China unveils national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen

China has launched its first national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen, a strategic move to bolster self-reliance in semiconductors amid a global chip shortage fueled by tensions with Nexperia. The facility, jointly developed by state-owned China Reform Holdings and the China Automotive Technology......

China Imposes Tariffs on Plastics from US, EU, Taiwan and Japan

China has announced the imposition of anti-dumping tariffs as high as 75% on plastic imports from the United States, the European Union, Taiwan, and Japan. This decision follows the conclusion of a government investigation into unfair pricing practices, according to a statement from China's Ministry......