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Court Orders Tariff Refunds for Importers

The U.S. Court of International Trade has ordered U.S. Customs and Border Protection to refund duties collected under the now-unlawful IEEPA tariffs. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling and impacts importers nationwide, with specific actions required for refund eligibility.

Supreme Court Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs; Trade Court Orders Refund Path

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) by the Trump administration were unlawful. Following this decision, the Court of International Trade has ordered a process for importers to seek refunds of these invalidated tariffs.

Court Orders Refund of Invalid Tariffs on IEEPA Goods

The U.S. Court of International Trade ordered U.S. Customs and Border Protection to refund invalid tariffs charged under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). This ruling provides nationwide relief for importers, though an appeal is expected.

Court of International Trade Orders Refunds for IEEPA Tariffs

The Court of International Trade (CIT) has ordered U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to issue refunds for tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling invalidating these tariffs and applies to importers whose liquidations are not final.

EU and Canada Launch Digital Trade Agreement Negotiations

The EU and Canada have launched negotiations for a Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) to facilitate digital trade and enhance consumer protection. This agreement aims to establish clear rules for digital transactions, building on the existing CETA framework and complementing the non-binding Digital Partnership.

EU-Canada CETA Trade Agreement Updates and Digital Trade Negotiations Launched

The EU and Canada have advanced their trade relationship under the CETA agreement by adopting an interpretation on investment provisions and expediting dispute resolution for SMEs. They also agreed to amend the GMP Protocol to include active pharmaceutical ingredients and launched negotiations for a Digital Trade Agreement.

President's Weekly Schedule

The European Council has published the weekly schedule for President António Costa for March 9-11, 2026. The schedule includes a video conference with Middle East leaders, a speech at the Annual Ambassadors Conference, and an official visit to Baku, Azerbaijan.

Social Policy Council Meeting Advisory

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for the upcoming Social Policy Council meeting on March 9, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative programme, including discussions on gender equality, anti-racism strategies, child well-being, and the European Semester.

António Costa Keynote Speech at Hamburg Matthiae Mahl Event

European Council President António Costa delivered a keynote speech at the Matthiae Mahl event in Hamburg on March 6, 2026. The speech touched upon European history, the role of cities, the EU's commitment to democracy and the rule of law, and the current geopolitical situation, including the conflict in the Middle East.

Media Advisory: Eurogroup and Econ/Fin Council Meetings March 2026

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for upcoming Eurogroup and Economic and Financial Affairs (Ecofin) Council meetings scheduled for March 9-10, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative programmes for these meetings, which will cover macroeconomic developments, fiscal plans, digital finance, and the economic impact of geopolitical events.