The Trump administration has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing unacceptable risks to national security and the US economy, with many affected products originating from China.
A 2016 U.S.-Mexico trade agreement requiring stricter production standards for avocado exports has led to a 10% reduction in nitrogen pollution in Mexican waterways, demonstrating how well-designed trade policies can drive environmental improvements.
Chinese firms occupy the top 5 spots in LexisNexis' Patent Asset Index for bipedal walking robots, with US and European presence limited to lower rankings.
The US has banned imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and certain tech products, citing national security risks, primarily targeting China amid escalating tech rivalry.
The FCC has banned new imports of foreign-made advanced robotic devices (humanoids, quadrupeds, connected mobile machines) citing supply chain and cybersecurity risks, prompting China to condemn the move as protectionist.
The FCC proposes banning imports and sales of new advanced robotic devices and power inverters due to security vulnerabilities, citing risks of data manipulation, surveillance, and foreign intelligence enhancement.
The Trump administration has replaced temporary Section 122 duties with new Section 301 tariffs, setting India’s rate at 10%. Officials and trade experts say the move may affect large shares of Indian exports but could still leave India relatively competitive versus some peers.
Two US small businesses sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trading partners, claiming the policy lacks required 'forced labour' findings and exceeds presidential authority.
India's DRDO Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) successfully developed its first 350kg thrust-class expendable turbojet engine. This indigenous technology is crucial for platforms like cruise missiles and target drones, reducing import dependence and enhancing capabilities for non-contact kinetic warfare.
The U.S. will impose 10% to 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans, effective Friday as temporary 10% worldwide tariffs expire.
The US has imposed 10% tariffs on goods from India and 16 other nations, including Pakistan and Bangladesh, for allegedly failing to ban forced labor imports. India amended its foreign trade policy to prohibit such imports after the investigation began, leading to a lower tariff than initially proposed.
President Trump is implementing new 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. These Section 301 tariffs take effect Friday, replacing expiring temporary levies and impacting 99% of US imports.
The US government has imposed a 12.5% tariff on Australian exports, effective Friday, citing concerns over forced labor in international supply chains. Australia's government expressed disappointment, calling the tariffs unjustified and inconsistent with their free trade agreement, vowing to lobby for their removal and potentially pursue World Trade Organisation complaints.
The Trump administration has imposed new 10% and 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 economies, including India, effective Friday. The move, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aims to compel trading partners to strengthen enforcement against forced labor goods, with India receiving the lower 10% rate after recent policy changes.
President Trump is implementing new 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. This move follows the expiration of temporary tariffs imposed after a Supreme Court defeat, utilizing Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
The Trump administration is implementing new 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. These tariffs, imposed under Section 301, replace expiring temporary levies and aim to address human rights abuses and distortive trade practices.
China's durian imports increased by 47% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, reaching 1.07 million tonnes, as Southeast Asian exporters, particularly Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam, offloaded a fruit glut that led to a price drop.
Japan's exports grew 19.3% in June, the fastest pace since November 2022, fueled by semiconductor equipment shipments and a weak yen, surpassing expectations. Imports also soared 25.4%, largely due to increased petroleum costs linked to the Iran war, impacting the trade balance.
Trade turnover between Japan and Russia increased by 15% to $4.1 billion in the first six months of 2026, driven by a 10.9% rise in Japanese imports from Russia and a 27.7% increase in Japanese exports to Russia, according to Japan's Ministry of Finance data.
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed rules to ban imports of advanced drones, primarily from China, equipped with swarming capabilities and infrared sensors, citing national security risks. This action follows previous bans on Chinese telecom equipment and extends exemptions for non-Chinese components until 2028.
Japan's exports in June surged 19.3% year-on-year, marking the fastest growth since November 2022, fueled by strong semiconductor equipment shipments and a weak yen. However, imports also soared 25.4%, largely due to petroleum costs, resulting in a trade deficit.
President Trump announced zero tariffs on imported generic drugs for two years starting August 1, aiming to incentivize onshore production. Tariffs will then escalate to 100% in 2028 and 200% in 2029 for non-compliant companies, while patented drug tariffs remain unchanged.
US President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, including cars, dairy, and alcohol, effective in 30 days, citing Canada's "unequal treatment" of US goods. This escalates an ongoing trade dispute, with Canada condemning the move while leaving room for negotiations.
The Dutch government will ban the import, purchase, and sale of goods from illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories and Golan Heights starting September 22, joining other EU states in unilateral action despite bloc-wide division.
