>>Trade frictions against China
贸促〔2022〕0001号预警信息：The United States made a pentafluoroethane double reverse final ruling against China
On January 3, the United States Department of Commerce announced that pentafluoroethane imported from China made a final affirmative countervailing and anti-dumping ruling, ruling that (1) Zhejiang Sanmei Chemical Co., Ltd. subsidy rate of 12.75%, and the subsidy rate for other producers/exporters in China is 14.43%, Zhejiang Quzhou Juxin Fluorine Chemical Co., Ltd. subsidy rate is 14.66%, Arkema Pioneer Fluorine Chemical (Changshu) Co., Ltd., Dajin Fluorine Chemical (China) Co., LTD., Hongkong Richmax Ltd.And Weichang refrigeration equipment (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. subsidy rate is 306.57%。(2) The dumping rate of other producers/exporters in China is 54.03%, with an adjusted dumping rate of 51.87%。The dumping rate for Zhejiang Sanmei Chemical Co., Ltd. and producers/exporters that receive separate tax rates is 277.95%, with an adjusted dumping rate of 267.41%。The product in question has the US Harmonized Tariff number 2903.39.2035。
贸促〔2022〕0002号预警信息：The United States launched the first anti-dumping sunset review investigation into large domestic washing machines in China
On January 3, the US Department of Commerce issued a notice to launch the first anti-dumping sunset review investigation on large household washing machines imported from China。At the same time, the United States International Trade Commission launched an anti-dumping sunset review of the case of industrial damage investigation, review if the current anti-dumping measures are cancelled, within a reasonably foreseeable period, the import of products involved in the material damage to the United States domestic industry will continue or occur again。Stakeholders should submit their responses to the U.S. International Trade Commission by February 2, 2022, and their comments on the adequacy of the response to the case to the U.S. International Trade Commission no later than March 17, 2022。
贸促〔2022〕0003号预警信息：Brazil launched the second anti-dumping sunset review investigation on China-related glassware
Recently, the Brazilian Foreign Trade Secretariat issued a notice saying that in response to the application of the Brazilian domestic association, the glassware originating in China, Indonesia and Argentina launched the second anti-dumping sunset review investigation。The MERCOsur tax code of the products involved is7013.49.00、7013.28.00和7013.37.00。The dumping investigation period in this case is from April 2020 to March 2021, and the damage investigation period is from April 2016 to March 2021。Information about the case can be reached at objvidromesa.rev@economia.gov.br。
贸促〔2022〕0004号预警信息：Australia launched the second anti-dumping sunset review of Chinese hot rolled steel coil investigation
On January 4, the Australian Anti-dumping Commission issued a notice saying that at the request of Australian enterprises, the hot rolled steel coil imported from Taiwan, China launched a second anti-dumping sunset review investigation。The dumping investigation period in this case is from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021。Interested parties should submit the questionnaire and related materials to investigations4@adcommission by February 10, 2022.gov.au。
贸促〔2022〕0005号预警信息：France notified China that the export of electric scooters is not qualified
On January 3, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX), France notified that China's export of KAABO MANTIS electric scooters was unqualified。The pedal circuit of the product may short circuit and cause fire after water entry, and the electrical insulation of the product is insufficient, which does not meet the requirements of the EU machinery Directive。The alert number is A12/00005/22。
贸促〔2022〕0006号预警信息：Belgium notified China's export of nylon kitchenware unqualified
On January 3, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for food and feed (RASFF) news, Belgium notified China's export of nylon kitchenware unqualified due to the migration of primary aromatic amines。This batch of products has not yet been put on the market and will be destroyed by the relevant authorities。The type of notification is Notification of Refusal of Entry and the number is 2022.0010。
贸促〔2022〕0007号预警信息：Spain has notified that China's export of red cranberry extract is unqualified
Recently, according to the European Union's Rapid Warning System for Food and Feed (RASFF news, because the product is a new type of food without approval, Spain notified that the export of red berry extract from China is unqualified。This batch of products has not been released to the market and will be detained by the authorities。The notification type is Notification of Refusal of Entry and the number is 2021.7243。
贸促〔2022〕0008号预警信息：South Korea reported that China's export of potato crystal noodles was unqualified
Recently, according to the official website of the Korea Food and Drug Administration, because the product preservative (sodium dehydroacetate) exceeded the standard, the Daegu Department notified that the potato crystal noodles exported by China's Gansu Millennium Agricultural Science and Technology Co., Ltd. were unqualified。It is reported that in Korea, such products should not be detected to contain sodium dehydroacetate。
贸促〔2022〕0009号预警信息：The United States has issued a public alert for a variety of Chinese meat and poultry products
Recently, the United States Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA)FSIS has issued a public health alert for an unknown amount of imported meat and poultry products from China。FSIS did not request a recall because it was unable to identify and contact the importer。The total number of non-conforming products has not yet been determined because the investigation is ongoing。
贸促〔2022〕0010号预警信息：Belgium notifies China of unqualified export water pipes
On January 4, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, Belgium notified that Chinese exports of water pipes (bath toys) were unqualified, requiring sellers to delete this product in the e-commerce platform。The product is easy to break, the sound pressure level is too high, and the packaging plastic is too thin, which does not meet the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1。Alarm number A12/00019/22。
贸促〔2022〕0011号预警信息：Finland reported that China's export of rubber mallets was unqualified
On January 4, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, Finland notified that China's export of Fixit Tools rubber mallet (model: TK1358) was unqualified, requiring importers to stop importing the product。The product contains excessive polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and does not meet the requirements of the EU REACH regulation。Alarm number A12/00010/22。
贸促〔2022〕0012号预警信息：Finland notified that China's export of scissor jack is not qualified
On January 4, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, Finland notified that the Torin Big Red scissors jack (model: T10152-GS) exported from China was unqualified。The product cannot withstand the rated load, the jack cannot be used continuously, and does not meet the requirements of the European Union Machinery Directive and the European standard EN 1494。Alarm number A12/00012/22。
贸促〔2022〕0013号预警信息：Sweden reported that the export of plastic dolls from China was unqualified
On January 4, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, Sweden notified that the Barwa plastic doll (mermaid shape) exported from China was unqualified and asked the seller to remove the product from the market。The plastic material of the product contains excessive DEHP and DBP, which does not meet the requirements of the EU REACH regulation。Alarm number A12/00025/22。
贸促〔2022〕0014号预警信息：Sweden reported that the face massager exported from China was unqualified
On January 4, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, Sweden notified China's export of Ansiktsmassage electric face massager unqualified, requiring importers to withdraw the product from the market。The solder of the product contains excessive lead, which does not meet the requirements of the EU RoHS2 directive。Alarm number A12/00024/22。
贸促〔2022〕0015号预警信息：The United States has automatically withheld products from a company in Guangdong, China
Recently, because the product tested excessive sulfites, the United States Food and Drug Administration to China's Guangdong TaishanPlum sugar products exported by HONGXING Food (Jiangmen) Co., Ltd. shall be automatically detained, warning No. 99-21。
贸促〔2022〕0016号预警信息：Japan reports that the export of baked flounder with frozen sauce from China is unqualified
Recently, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare updated the situation of food exported to Japan in violation of the Japanese food hygiene law, among which, because the product composition specifications are not qualified, coliform positive, Tokyo quarantine Office notified China Qingdao Biwan Seafood Co., Ltd. exported sauce grilled flounder (frozen food eaten after heating) is not qualified, requiring the storage of all products。
贸促〔2022〕0017号预警信息：Japan reported that China's export of frozen potatoes was unqualified
Recently, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare updated the food exported to Japan in violation of the Japanese food hygiene law, among which, due to the product detection of pyrfluorochloropyryl exceeded the standard, Kobe two classes quarantine office notified China Harbin Gaotai Food Co., Ltd. exported potatoes (frozen food eaten after heating) unqualified, requiring the storage of all products。
贸促〔2022〕0018号预警信息：South Korea reports that black tea exported from China is substandard
Recently, according to the official website of the Korean Food and Drug Administration, due to the product detection of luteuron, acaridine exceeded the standard, and the gold foreign body was unqualified, the Jingren Department notified China's Anhua CountyThe black tea exported by WU YUN JIE Tea Co., Ltd. is unqualified。
贸促〔2022〕0019号预警信息：South Korea reported China's export of reversible grills unqualified
Recently, according to the official website of the Korean Food and Drug Administration, because the product detected excessive nickel, the Jingin Department notified China PingyangThe reversible grills exported by HENGFAN Electronic Products Co., Ltd. are not qualified。
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贸促〔2022〕0020号预警信息：Türkiye The lira fell for a third straight day,Knife attack at HDP office
On December 29, 2021, the Turkish lira fell by 5 % against the US dollar.6 percent, falling for a third straight day and further erasing big gains from last week's government bailout。On December 29, the central bank of Turkey announced its monetary and exchange rate policy for 2022, saying that it will maintain the inflation target of 5% and continue to implement a floating exchange rate system。On 28 December 2021, a knife attack took place at the offices of the pro-Kurdish opposition People's Democratic Party (HDP) in the Bahcelievler district on the outskirts of Istanbul, Turkey's largest city。At least 26 HDP members were arrested after police raided HDP offices in Cizlai and Shilopi in Sirnak province。In early December, the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a relative of a provincial official from the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP)。
Chinese personnel in major cities in Turkey, especially Istanbul, Ankara and the southeastern border areas, are advised to exercise caution or avoid traveling to the Syrian border during the recent sensitive period and in the coming months16 km range，In particular, other high-risk and sensitive areas such as Mardin, Shanleurfa, Hatay and the Eastern Mediterranean region，And increase vigilance in other areas of south-eastern Turkey, including Adana province;Government restrictions are highly valued，Strictly implement relevant prevention and control measures，Avoid related legal risks;Pay close attention to traditional media and social media on the latest reports of security incidents and outbreaks，Stay away from gatherings and protests，Increase the security level of the premises。At the same time, it should strictly follow the relevant bans of the Turkish military police and the government, and follow the latest instructions issued by the authorities。
贸促〔2022〕0021号预警信息：Portugal Airport workers across the country and Porto metro workers went on strike the same day
On December 30, 2021, Portugal's General Directorate of Health announced that the isolation period for asymptomatic COVID-19 patients will be reduced from 10 days to 7 days, while the isolation period for close contacts of confirmed COVID-19 cases will also be reduced from the previous 10 days to 7 days。On December 30, 2021, Portugal's Airport, maintenance and Aviation Workers' Union called for a general strike over the industrial dispute, with possible delays and cancellations, including at Humberto Delgado Airport in the capital Lisbon。On the same day, the Porto Metro workers' union called for a 24-hour strike in a labor dispute, and rail service on the Blue, Green, Purple and Orange lines in Porto was closed all day, while service on the Red and Yellow lines would be restricted。
Recommended locations throughout Portugal，Especially the capital Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Faro and other major cities，Employees of Chinese companies should exercise caution or avoid going to demonstration areas in the near future and in the coming months，Pay attention to safety preparedness and prevention of locally transmitted COVID-19;Reduce the time spent in crowded public places such as assembly places, places of worship, places of African and Gypsy origin，Respect local ethnic, religious and cultural customs，Avoid talking about socially, politically, or religiously sensitive topics，Protect against influence。
贸促〔2022〕0022号预警信息：Kazakhstan Protests broke out and the president declared a state of emergency in both regions
In recent days, a number of protests have broken out in Kazakhstan over rising LNG prices, including in Aktau, the capital of Mansusho region, and Almaty, but such activities have not been approved by local governments。On January 5, according to the official website of the President of Kazakhstan, due to the worsening situation, President Tokayev declared a state of emergency in Mangusto Oblast and the city of Almaty from 1:30 a.m. on January 5 until midnight on January 19。During the state of emergency in the city of Almaty, any major events will be banned and a curfew will be enforced from 23:00 to 07:00 the following day, while traffic in and out of the city will be restricted。
It is recommended to stay in all parts of Kazakhstan, especially the capital Nursultan, Almaty, Taraz, Zhanaozin/ Chinese personnel in Zhanozin and other central cities should attach great importance to and strictly implement epidemic prevention and control measures during the recent sensitive period and in the coming months to avoid relevant legal risks;Strictly follow the relevant bans of the Kazakh military police and government, and follow the latest instructions issued by the authorities。
贸促〔2022〕0023号预警信息：Kenya Lamu County was attacked, Isiolo County, Marsabit County and other violent robbery incidents occurred frequently
近日，The Kenyan government requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination to enter: all organized events，Including conferences, sports events, trade meetings, seminars, etc，Hotel, restaurant, cafe，Supermarkets, shopping centers, indoor markets，银行，Public transport，Government agencies, semi-official agencies。On January 3, an attack occurred in Widhu Majembeni, Lamu county, resulting in a number of deaths and the destruction of several buildings。Earlier, al-Shabaab militants attempted to kidnap several people from a mosque in nearby Wajir county, sparking a gun battle with security forces。此外，Violent cattle looting in Yamicha, Isiolo County;Robbery attacks in Dogogicha and Laaqi, Marsabit County;Armed bandits ambushed a bus on a road in Samburu County，Two people were injured;A police officer has been killed in an ambush while on patrol in Chepkesin, County Baringo。
It is recommended to be stationed all over Kenya, especially in the capital Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya- Southern border, Ken-Egypt border, Ken-Somalia border area，Chinese personnel in the near future and in the coming months，Great attention should be paid to bans issued by central and local governments，Strictly implement relevant prevention and control measures，Avoid related legal risks;Raise awareness of prevention and control，Pay attention to safety preparedness and prevention of locally transmitted COVID-19;Minimize travel，Respect local cultural traditions，Comply with local laws and regulations;Avoid talking about religious, political, ethnic, or socially sensitive topics，Take necessary precautions，Keep an eye out for unusual and suspicious people around the premises，Enhanced security at the premises and accompanying premises。
>>Dynamics of global economic and trade friction
贸促〔2022〕0024号预警信息：CambodiaAgricultural exports surged in 2021
On January 3, the Cambodian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries said that in 2021, Cambodia exported 798 agricultural products to 68 countries and regions.420,000 tons, a substantial increase of 63.83%。Major agricultural exports include rice, rice, non-rice agricultural products, etc。China has become Cambodia's largest export market for many major agricultural products。It is worth mentioning that in May last year, the first ceremony of Cambodian fresh mango export to China was held。After bananas, mangoes are the second fresh fruit that Cambodia can export directly to China。
贸促〔2022〕0025号预警信息：Brazil's central bank announces new foreign exchange rules
Recently, the Central Bank of Brazil announced new foreign exchange regulations, adjust the foreign exchange market and international capital legislation, simplify foreign exchange management for foreign trade, and improve the business environment。Under the new rules, exporters will be free to use foreign revenues and provide services to foreign customers through a variety of financing mechanisms。At the same time, the new regulations are conducive to attracting foreign capital, covering financial and capital market investment and direct investment, long-term investment and investment in infrastructure projects and concessions。
贸促〔2022〕0026号预警信息：In the next few years, Kazakhstan will gradually reduce the import of building materials
Recently, Kazakh Prime Minister AsharMa Ming said that in order to meet the domestic market demand for building materials, by 2025, the government will lead the implementation of 165 new building materials investment projects;At the same time, by 2025, it plans to reduce the share of imports of foreign building materials products from 42 percent to 27 percent。
贸促〔2022〕0027号预警信息：The European Parliament adopts the negotiating position on the Digital Market Law
Recently, the European Parliament voted to adopt the negotiating position of the Digital Market Law。The Parliamentary position paper mainly adds the following:The threshold for "gatekeeper" quantification is raised to an annual turnover of €8 billion or a market capitalization of €80 billion in the EEA，And provide core platform services in at least three member states，Monthly end users at least 45 million, commercial users at least 10,000;Add conditions to the use of targeted advertising and interoperable service data;Clarify the role of member States' competition authorities，At the same time, the enforcement power of the Digital Market Law will remain with the European Commission;The penalty increases to between 4% and 20% of Gatekeeper's global turnover in the last fiscal year。
贸促〔2022〕0028号预警信息：The EU plans to include nuclear and gas as green energy sources
Recently, the European Commission plans to conditionally include nuclear energy and gas"Green energy" classification to facilitate investment in these projects。Member states, notably Germany, did not agree to include nuclear energy in the classification。German Federal government spokesman Heberstedt said on January 3 that Germany will phase out nuclear power by the end of 2022, at the same time, Germany will phase out coal power in the next few years, and need to invest in natural gas power generation as a transition technology。
贸促〔2022〕0029号预警信息：Claim not passed"Full discussion", Indonesian coal companies called on the government to lift the ban on coal exports
On January 1, Indonesia's energy Ministry said that Indonesia would ban coal exports in January。Indonesian President Joko Widodo said on January 3 that he would revoke the production licenses of coal companies that cannot prioritize the demand of the domestic market。However, the country's Coal Mining Association (ICMA) called on the government to lift the ban, saying the Indonesian government had "rushed this decision" without fully discussing it with domestic coal companies.。
贸促〔2022〕0030号预警信息：The president of Kazakhstan has ordered a six-month price control on liquefied gas
Recently, the press service of the President of Kazakhstan released news that after the government meeting, President Tokayev instructed the implementation of six months of national price control of natural gas and gasoline。In recent days, protests broke out in many parts of Kazakhstan over the price of liquefied natural gas, and demonstrations have spread to several cities, including Almaty and the capital Nursultan。
贸促〔2022〕0031号预警信息：Cambodia has issued a new law to strengthen the management of personal data
Recently, the Cambodian government issued the Personal Information Data Management, Use and Protection Act, which allows private organizations to sign agreements or memorandums of understanding with the Ministry of the Interior.MOU) in order to have the right to use personal information。Personal information includes name, gender, date of birth, place of birth, latest address, country of birth and nationality, the decree said。
贸促〔2022〕0032号预警信息：The United States has won a dairy dispute with Canada
On January 4, the first dispute settlement panel under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement issued a ruling in which the United States won a long-running dispute with Canada over its policies aimed at protecting the domestic dairy industry from U.S. competition。Canada has until Feb. 3 to bring its policy into line or face possible U.S. tariffs or other countermeasures。