Advocacy

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) welcomes the opportunity to submit comments to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) regarding the US-China Board of Trade (the “Board”).

USCBC member input is encouraged. Last week, the NPC released draft legislation for comments through July 25.

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of its more than 270 member companies to the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC) regarding the Regulations of the People’s Republic of China on the Place of Origin of Imported and Exported Goods (Draft Amendment for Comment) (hereinafter referred to as “the Draft Amendment”).

The US-China Business Council (USCBC), on behalf of more than 270 member companies, appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) regarding the Implementation Measures for Fair Competition Review Regulations (Draft Amendments for Comments) (hereinafter referred to as “the Draft”). We commend SAMR for moving quickly to refine the Implementation Measures within a year of their rollout. This reflects a strong commitment to improving regulatory consistency and advancing the development of a unified national market. The business community is encouraged by these efforts. Strengthening the application scope, tightening review standards, and enhancing central oversight, are all important steps toward a more rules-based and predictable operating environment.

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) welcomes the opportunity to submit comments to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) regarding the initiation of the Section 301 investigation into China’s structural excess capacity.

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) submits these comments on behalf of its member companies to the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) in connection with Investigation No. 332-609, Effects on the US Economy of Revoking China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations Status. USCBC’s membership comprises approximately 270 US companies that do business with China, including many of the largest and most recognized American brands, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises. Commercial engagement between the United States and China in goods and services confers substantial benefits on the US economy, enhances US global competitiveness, and supports American workers.

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of its member companies to the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPCSC) on the Draft Revision to the Trademark Law (herein, “the Draft”).

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) appreciates the opportunity to submit comments on behalf of its member companies to the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) on the draft Regulations on E-Commerce Platforms’ Assistance in the Investigation and Handling of Trademark Infringement Cases (herein after referred to as “the Draft”).

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) welcomes the opportunity to submit comments to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) regarding the initiation of the Section 301 investigation into China’s implementation of the Economic and Trade Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the People’s Republic of China (“Phase One Agreement”).

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) welcomes the opportunity to submit comments to the Department of Commerce regarding the Expansion of End-User Controls to Cover Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities interim final rule (henceforth the “Affiliates Rule”).