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Tripartite Social Summit Discusses Investment for Vibrant Economy

The EU Council held a Tripartite Social Summit discussing 'Investment for a vibrant European economy and quality jobs'. Leaders and social partners addressed closing investment gaps and reducing strategic dependencies, with a focus on economic competitiveness and job creation.

WTO Market Access Committee Improves Recording of Trade Concern Resolutions

The WTO's Committee on Market Access has adopted a decision to improve the recording of how trade concerns are resolved. This change introduces a new agenda item for reporting resolved trade concerns and a database to track their status. The Committee also communicated with the World Customs Organization regarding tariff classification for menstrual products.

Canada Safeguard Investigation on Certain Vegetable Goods

Canada has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of certain vegetable goods. Interested parties, including importers and exporters, have deadlines in April 2026 to participate and submit information, with a hearing scheduled for June 2026.

EU Imposes 122.8% Anti-Dumping Duties on Chinese Phosphorous Acid

The European Commission has imposed a definitive anti-dumping duty of 122.8% on imports of phosphorous acid from China. This action follows an investigation that found dumped imports were causing injury to EU industry. The measure aims to level the playing field for EU producers.

CIHR Team Grant: GACD 2026 NCD Multi Sectors Funding Opportunity

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced a new Team Grant opportunity, the GACD 2026 NCD Multi Sectors funding call. This initiative aims to fund implementation research focused on tackling non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in low- and middle-income countries and underserved populations. Applications are due by June 23, 2026, for Stage 1 and October 22, 2026, for Stage 2.

CIHR Operating Grant for ECRs in Human Development, Child and Youth Health

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced an Operating Grant opportunity for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in Human Development, Child and Youth Health for 2026. The program aims to build research capacity and generate new knowledge in this field, with a registration deadline of September 15, 2026, and an application deadline of October 20, 2026.

USPTO Notice of Information Collection for Patent Attorney Admissions

The USPTO has issued a notice requesting public comments on the extension and revision of an existing information collection regarding the admission to practice and roster of registered patent attorneys and agents. This notice allows for a 60-day comment period before submission to the OMB.

OFSI Updates UK Sanctions Enforcement Guidance and Penalties

The UK's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has updated its civil enforcement guidance and introduced new penalties and discount mechanisms. These changes aim to accelerate investigations, reduce burdens, and improve transparency in financial sanctions enforcement.

West London College Seeks Student Computers

West London College has published an open tender for student computers with an estimated value of £300,000 to £300,200. The deadline for suppliers to submit bids is March 27, 2026.

Noise Barrier Bolts Fixings Contract Opportunity

EKFB, a joint venture delivering civil engineering works for HS2, has published an open opportunity for a contract to supply noise barrier bolts and fixings. The contract is valued between £2,500,000 and £5,000,000, with a closing date for applications on April 3, 2026.