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USTR Releases 2025 Review of Notorious Markets

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has released its 2025 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy. The report identifies 37 online and 32 physical markets that engage in trademark counterfeiting or copyright piracy, highlighting trends and challenges in intellectual property theft.

Commerce: L-lysine from China Antidumping Duty Investigation Preliminary Determination

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary affirmative determination in the antidumping duty investigation of L-lysine from China. The investigation found weighted-average dumping margins ranging from 41.22% to 72.18% for various Chinese producers and exporters.

Commerce Final Affirmative Determination on Steel Bar from Algeria

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final affirmative determination in the antidumping duty investigation of steel concrete reinforcing bar from Algeria. The weighted-average dumping margin for Tosyali Iron Steel Industry Algeria SPA and all-others is 127.32%. The International Trade Commission will make a concurrent injury determination.

OFAC Sanctions Rwanda's Military and Four Officials

On March 2, 2026, OFAC sanctioned Rwanda's Defence Force (RDF) and four senior officials for supporting the M23 armed group in the DRC. This action blocks their assets in the U.S. and prohibits transactions with U.S. persons. A general license allows for winding down existing dealings until April 1, 2026.

USITC Institutes Patent Infringement Investigation 337-TA-1488

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has instituted an investigation into alleged patent infringement of certain gyro-stabilized electric unicycles and components. The investigation, based on a complaint by Inventist, Inc. and Alien Technology Group, Inc., names several Chinese manufacturers as respondents.

USTR Announces 2026 Trade Policy Agenda and 2025 Annual Report

The U.S. Trade Representative has announced the 2026 Trade Policy Agenda and the 2025 Annual Report. These documents outline the administration's 'America First' trade strategy, focusing on protecting U.S. jobs and expanding market access for American exporters.

Op-Ed: US Agriculture Trade Policy Under Trump Administration

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative published an op-ed detailing the Trump Administration's trade policy approach to support American farmers and food producers. The article outlines a two-fold strategy focused on negotiating trade deals and addressing foreign tariff regimes to ensure a level playing field for U.S. agriculture exports.

Rutile Titanium Dioxide from China Anti-dumping Investigation Initiated

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into rutile titanium dioxide originating from China. The investigation covers pigments and preparations containing a minimum of 80% titanium dioxide. Interested parties can register to participate.

DHS UFLPA Entity List Additions

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has added several new entities to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List. These additions span various industries including textiles, food, biotechnology, and energy, with effective dates ranging from June 21, 2022, to January 15, 2025.

Florida AG Creates Unit to Combat Foreign Adversary Threats

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the creation of the CHINA Prevention Unit to combat threats from foreign adversaries, particularly the Chinese Communist Party, to consumer data privacy and economic security. The unit will audit companies and pursue enforcement actions for violations.