Next wave of tariffs related to Section 301 on the horizon

July 25th, 2018

The Trump administration’s Section 301 case on China’s intellectual property rights (IPR) and technology transfer policies appears to be headed for additional escalation, with a second phase of tariffs expected to be implemented by early September and no indication that the two governments are seeking a negotiated solution.

Shots fired in US-China trade dispute, but significant battle unlikely until early summer; USCBC member feedback requested on proposed US tariffs

April 4th, 2018

The United States and China have both fired warning shots on the growing field of bilateral trade disputes, though the most significant battle is likely still weeks away. While both sides have announced proposed tariffs on $50 billion in imports in relation to the USTR’s investigation into China’s intellectual property and technology transfer policies, neither will be implemented immediately.

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Next wave of tariffs related to Section 301 on the horizon