International trade
The U.S. Department of Commerce's recent announcement of a 20.56% antidumping duty rate on Canadian softwood lumber imports into the United States highlights the ongoing issue of unfair trade practices by Canadian companies. This review establishes a liability rate for lumber imports that were dumped by
International trade
Donald Trump's unorthodox trade approach has delivered unexpected results, as the EU and Britain accept tariffs while he remains firm on his agenda. The initial worry that his tariffs would tank the financial system has given way to a giddy optimism that the stock market has recovered and
International trade
The International Trade Centre (ITC) has reported that Uganda has launched the Avocado Roadmap and Platform, a strategic initiative to expand the country's avocado value chain and tap into growing regional and global markets. The event signifies a significant milestone for Uganda's agricultural sector, with potential
International trade
The Continental Network for Women's Business Associations in Africa (CONWOBAA) was officially unveiled at the inaugural Global SME Ministerial Meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, bringing together 102 women's business associations from six regions across Africa. The network, facilitated by the International Trade Centre (ITC) in partnership
International trade
The U.S. Federal Trade Court on Monday stayed its decision to block President Donald Trump's decision to end a long-standing tariff exemption for low-value imports, known as "small imports." This temporary reprieve allows Trump's tariffs on imports valued at less than $800 to
International trade
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its latest World Economic Outlook, which presents a more optimistic view of the global economy's performance despite the ongoing trade wars. However, the IMF cautions that the economy's strength is fleeting and a drag from fraying trade relations will continue.
International trade
The United Steelworkers (USW) union, along with the USW Wood Council, is calling on the federal government to take immediate action in response to the escalating softwood lumber trade dispute. This comes after the U.S. Department of Commerce increased anti-dumping duties on Canadian softwood lumber exports to 20.56%
International trade
The American Line Pipe Producers Association has petitioned the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding the preliminary results and partial rescission of an antidumping duty administrative review concerning large diameter welded pipe from Turkey. The review covers the period from May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. The agency has
Appeals (Law)
Canada is bracing for a potential U.S. trade war as the country waits to see if the federal appeals court will uphold a ruling that limits President Trump's authority to impose tariffs. Trump's ultimatum for countries to make trade deals with the U.S. by
International trade
China and the United States will hold their second round of economic and trade talks in Sweden, aimed at resolving differences through equal dialogue and consultation. Despite twists and turns in recent years, China has maintained a constructive position, insisting on solving problems through equal dialogue and consultation. The talks
International trade
The U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has announced the imposition of antidumping and countervailing duties on vanillin imports from China, following affirmative final determinations of unfair trade practices. The International Trade Commission notified Commerce of its final affirmative determinations that a U.S. industry is
International trade
The International Trade Centre (ITC) has partnered with Visa to launch a regional capacity building programme supporting women and youth-led businesses in Kenya and South Africa. The programme aims to enhance the digital, financial, and entrepreneurial capacities of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) led by women and youth, who
