>>Trade frictions against China
贸促〔2022〕0113号预警信息：India terminates anti-dumping measures against colour coated panels related to China
On January 13, the Tax Bureau of the Ministry of Finance of India issued a circular that terminated the existing anti-dumping measures against color coated panels originating in or imported from China and the European Union。Products under Indian Customs Codes 7210, 7212, 7225 and 7226 are involved。The products in question do not include sheets with thickness greater than or equal to 6 mm。
贸促〔2022〕0114号预警信息：India does not impose anti-dumping measures on polyester yarns related to China
On January 13, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India issued a notice that the tax bureau of the Ministry of Finance of India did not accept the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on the polyester yarn originating in or imported from China, Indonesia and Vietnam (or polyester staple fiber yarn) made a definitive anti-dumping final recommendation, and decided not to impose anti-dumping duties on the products involved in the above countries。The case involves products under Indian Customs Code 55092100, excluding dyed polyester yarn, mixed polyester yarn or coloured polyester yarn and polyester yarn with a yarn count greater than 8 or thinner than 45。
贸促〔2022〕0115号预警信息：The United States officially launched China-related refrigerator filters and their components337调查
Recently, the U.S. International Trade Commission voted to activate specific refrigerator filters and their components337 Survey (Survey code: 337-TA-1290)。China Jiangsu Angspan Environmental Protection Technology Co., LTD., China Shanxi Luliang Lishi District Huili Hardware department Store, China Zhejiang Ningbo City Bichun Technology Co., LTD., China Hubei Palan Water Purification Technology (Wuhan) Co., LTD., China Guangdong Shenzhen Hangling E-commerce Co., LTD., China Tianjin Tianchuangbai pure Environmental Protection Technology Co., LTD., China Shandong Qingdao Ecopu Electric Appliance Co., LTD.,China's Shandong Qingdao Uniwei Trading Co., Ltd. and others are named defendants。
贸促〔2022〕0116号预警信息：Poland reported that the export of chainsaws from China was unqualified
On January 14, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer Goods (RAPEX) news, Poland notified that the NAC chainsaw exported from China (model: CE18-NH) was unqualified。The front handle of the product is located above the main body of the motor, and the user may be cut, which does not meet the requirements of the EU Machinery Directive and the European EN 60745-2-13 standard。Alarm number A11/00014/22。
贸促〔2022〕0117号预警信息：France notified that electronic water temperature gauges exported from China were unqualified
On January 13, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, France notified that China's export of electronic water temperature meters were unqualified, requiring e-commerce platforms to delete this product。The liquid can not be drained after seeping into the product, which does not meet the requirements of the European Union general Product Safety Directive and European EN 62115, 71-3 standards。Alarm number A11/00013/22。
贸促〔2022〕0118号预警信息：Luxembourg notified China that the export of night lights is not qualified
On January 13, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer Goods (RAPEX) news, Luxembourg notified China that the export of TECNOLUX small night lights (model: A52) was unqualified, requiring dealers to withdraw the product from the market。The translucent cover of the luminaires may fall off and does not comply with the requirements of the EU Low Voltage Directive。Alarm number A12/00106/22。
贸促〔2022〕0119号预警信息：Malta has recalled two batches of toys exported from China
On January 13, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for non-food consumer goods (RAPEX) news, Malta recalled the export of toy bows and arrows and toy pistols from China。The plastic materials of the above products contain excessive DEHP, DBP and DIPB, etc., which do not meet the requirements of EU REACH regulations。The alarm numbers are A12/00115/22 and A12/00114/22。
贸促〔2022〕0120号预警信息：The Netherlands reported that several batches of expansion ladders exported from China were unqualified
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (According to RAPEX, the Netherlands notified Chinese exports of USK, ASC Group, Ultra Toolz, Aldorr extension ladder unqualified, recalled some products, and asked relevant departments to ban the sale of this product。The above products pose a risk of injury to users and violate the requirements of the EU General Product Safety Regulations。The warning numbers are A12/00053/22, A12/00049/22, A12/00051/22 and A12/00048/22。
贸促〔2022〕0121号预警信息：Romania reported that fake nails exported from China were unqualified
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (According to RAPEX, due to the violation of EU cosmetics regulations, Romania has notified that the export of IDei® fake nails from China is unqualified, requiring the relevant authorities to withdraw the products from the market。Alarm number A12/00068/22。
贸促〔2022〕0122号预警信息：South Korea issued a Chinese enterprise product raw material confirmation import inspection instructions
On January 14, the South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued an import inspection instruction to confirm the import of other processed aquatic products and other raw materials produced by China Penglai Jinglu Fishery Co., LTD., including the production date (shelf life) of the relevant products and the signature of the representative。
贸促〔2022〕0123号预警信息：The United States has imposed automatic detention on potato chip exports to China
On January 13, the US Food and Drug Administration updated its import alert, in which it automatically detained potato chips (honey-flavored) from China Orion Foods (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. because the product label did not declare a major allergen。Alert number 99-22。
贸促〔2022〕0124号预警信息：Croatia reports that its export of stuffed bears to China fails
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (According to RAPEX, Croatia notified that the export of pink stuffed bear (model: LY-18) from China was unqualified, requiring the importer to stop importing this batch of products。The stitching of the product is not strong enough, and the filling material inside the toy is easy to reach, which does not meet the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive and the European standard EN 71-1。Alarm number A11/00010/22。
贸促〔2022〕0125号预警信息：Poland reported that the export of plush toys from China was unqualified
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (According to RAPEX, Poland notified that the export of Kostka pluszowa plush toys (dice shape, model: 0648-16D) from China was unqualified, requiring the importer to withdraw the related products from the market。The product contains excessive amounts of TCPP and does not meet the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive。Alarm number A12/00060/22。
贸促〔2022〕0126号预警信息：France notified China that the export of plush toys is not qualified
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (RAPEX news, France notified that China's export plush toy (turtle shape) is unqualified, requiring e-commerce platforms to delete this product。The small parts of the toy (eyes) are easy to separate and contain excessive lead;Suction cups contain excessive DBP, which does not comply with the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive, REACH regulations and European standards EN 71-1 and EN 71-3。Alarm number A12/00001/22。
贸促〔2022〕0127号预警信息：Malta notifies China that remote control car toys exported are not qualified
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (RAPEX news, Malta notified that China's export of Yidafeng Road Leader remote control car toy (model: YDF818A) is unqualified, requiring the importer to withdraw the product from the market。The solder of the product contains excessive lead, which does not meet the requirements of the EU Toy Safety Directive and RoHS 2 Directive。Alert number A11/00009/22。
贸促〔2022〕0128号预警信息：Sweden reported that inflatable swimming rings exported from China were unqualified
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (RAPEX) news，Sweden notified China that the export of Vattenleksaker uppblasbar cirkel Baby Flamingo Float Simring Uppblasbar inflatable swimming ring (unicorn shape) is unqualified，Ask the e-commerce platform to remove this product。The product contains excessive DEHP and cadmium, which does not meet the requirements of the EU REACH regulation。Alarm number A12/00078/22。
贸促〔2022〕0129号预警信息：Belgium notified China of unqualified fireworks exports
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (According to RAPEX, Belgium notified that Chinese exports of KLASEK PYROTECHNICS DUMBUM fireworks were unqualified, requiring importers to withdraw their products from the market。The explosion height of the product is insufficient and the sound pressure level is too high, which does not meet the requirements of the EU pyrotechnic Directive and the European standard EN 15947。Alarm number A12/00032/22。
贸促〔2022〕0130号预警信息：Romania recalls cordless vacuum cleaners exported to China
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (RAPEX recalls exports of AEG and Electrolux cordless vacuum cleaners from China (Model: AEG FX9/Electrolux Pure F9)。Product components are defective and do not comply with the requirements of the EU Low Voltage Directive and the European standard EN 60335。Alarm number A12/00066/22。
贸促〔2022〕0131号预警信息：Finland recalls Chinese massage gun exports
Recently, according to the EU Rapid Warning System for Consumer Non-Food Products (RAPEX reports that Finland recalls the export of HMS Lihashuoltovasara massage gun (Model: PDM4482) to China。The insulation performance of the power supply is poor and does not meet the requirements of the EU Low Voltage Directive and the European EN 60335 standard。Alarm number A12/00015/22。
>>企业走出去风险预警
贸促〔2022〕0132号预警信息：Pakistan Chinese citizens are advised not to travel to Balochistan for the time being
At present, the security situation in Pakistan's Balochistan province is still very serious, and security incidents occur from time to time。
Chinese citizens are reminded not to go to Balochistan for the time being, those who have been evacuated from the province should not return, and those who are still in the province should leave as soon as possible。Chinese citizens and Chinese-funded institutions who really need to stay in the province must be vigilant, pay close attention to the safety information released by the local government and the Chinese diplomatic and consular missions in Pakistan, strengthen prevention and emergency preparedness, and take tight security measures when going out。In case of emergency, please report to the police and contact the Chinese Embassy in Pakistan (+92-3156060000）联系。
贸促〔2022〕0133号预警信息：南非 Chinese citizens in the territory of the Consulate-General in Cape Town are solemnly reminded to stay away from illegal trade in abalone
South Africa Marine Living Resources Conservation Act and related prohibitions: Abalone can only be legally harvested by persons holding an abalone fishing permit issued by the South African Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries。Anyone caught, transported, processed or in possession of abalone illegally could face imprisonment。Illegal activities related to abalone have been the target of a crackdown by the Chinese and South African governments, with several Chinese nationals arrested and jailed in recent years。At the same time, there is clear evidence that Chinese citizens engaged in illegal trade such as abalone have become the main targets of kidnapping gangs, facing extremely high security risks, and will suffer huge economic losses and even endanger their personal safety if they are unfortunately kidnapped。
The Chinese Consulate-General in Cape Town reminds Chinese citizens in the region to strictly abide by South African laws and regulations, stay away from illegal abalone trading, and do not violate the legal red line。
贸促〔2022〕0134号预警信息：马里 Violent home invasions of Chinese citizens in Bamako have led to street protests against new sanctions imposed by ECOWAS
On January 10, a Chinese citizen was robbed near Niger City, Bamako, the capital of Mali。Recently, the Chinese Embassy in Mali has also received several reports of Chinese citizens being robbed. The Embassy has lodged representations with the Malian national security department and the Bamako police department, asking them to severely punish the perpetrators and take concrete measures to ensure the safety and legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens。In addition, on January 9, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) announced additional sanctions against Mali to urge the transitional government to restore democratic order as soon as possible。The new sanctions include: the closure of land and air borders between ECOWAS countries and Mali, the suspension of economic and trade exchanges between ECOWAS countries and Mali (except for daily necessities, medical supplies, oil and electricity supplies, etc.), and the freezing of Mali's assets in the ECOWAS Central Bank。On January 14, thousands of Malian citizens protested in cities across the country against tough sanctions imposed by the Economic Community of West African States。
It is recommended to be stationed throughout Mali，In particular, the capital Bamako, the Mopti region in central Malaysia, the Segu region, the Kai region in the west, the five northern regions and the border areas，Chinese personnel in the recent politically sensitive period and the coming months，Travel to these high-risk areas should be done with caution or avoided，Avoid unnecessary trips，Pay close attention to the latest media reports on military movements, political rallies and protests, and security incidents，Pay attention to safety preparedness and prevention of locally transmitted COVID-19;Avoid political, religious, or socially sensitive topics，Keep an eye out for unusual and suspicious people around the premises，Enhanced security at the premises and accompanying premises，Make emergency plans;Hire a professional agency，Do dynamic security assessments at all times，Temporary evacuation from dangerous areas should be considered if necessary;Avoid giving out personal information，Purchase life and property insurance in advance，Introduction of crisis management solutions for kidnapping for ransom prevention。
>>Dynamics of global economic and trade friction
贸促〔2022〕0135号预警信息：The European Union continues to extend economic sanctions against Russia
On January 13, the Council of the European Union announced that the economic sanctions against Russia will be extended until July 31。In terms of financial sanctions, the EU restricts Russian energy companies, defense companies, state-owned financial institutions and their holding subsidiaries established outside the EU to access the primary and secondary markets of the EU capital market;The provision of financial support and intermediary services to Russian financial institutions is prohibited。In response to EU economic sanctions, Russia has taken countermeasures such as restricting imports of EU agricultural products。
贸促〔2022〕0136号预警信息：Canada joined Mexico in opposing the US interpretation of rules of origin for cars
On Jan. 13, Canada's Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, Wu Fengyi, said in a statement that Canada is joining Mexico's request to establish a dispute settlement panel to address the U.S. interpretation of the rules of origin for automobiles。The rule establishes the regional value component calculations that must be made for a vehicle to qualify for USMCA duty-free treatment。
贸促〔2022〕0137号预警信息：South Korea's import price index fell for the second month in a row
Recently, the Bank of Korea released data showing thatSouth Korea's import price index in December 2021 declined by 1.It was the second straight monthly decline, mainly due to lower import prices for raw materials such as crude oil。On the export side, due to lower coal, crude oil and chemical prices, South Korea's export prices fell 1% in December from the previous month, but the year-on-year increase was 23%.It was the 11th straight month of gains。For the whole of 2021, South Korea's export prices rose by 14 percent year-on-year.3%。Exports account for nearly half of South Korea's economy。The strong performance of exports is now driving South Korea's continued economic recovery。
贸促〔2022〕0138号预警信息：Bilateral trade between Cambodia and Vietnam is growing rapidly
On January 16, the Cambodian Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries said that the country exported nearly $5 billion worth of agricultural products last year, 80% of which were exported to Vietnam。The rapid growth of trade in agricultural products has almost doubled bilateral trade between Cambodia and Vietnam。In the first 11 months of last year, bilateral trade between Cambodia and Vietnam reached $8.6 billion, a surge of 84 percent year-on-year, according to data released by Vietnam's customs department。According to the analysis, the surge in the number of Cambodian agricultural exports to Vietnam is mainly due to a large number of Vietnamese enterprises to invest in Cambodia。
贸促〔2022〕0139号预警信息：The Japanese government's economic security bill proposes to review infrastructure companies
Recently, the Japanese government plans to submit the outline of the economic security Promotion bill to the regular Diet。The Japanese government plans to regularly review the security of computer servers used by major infrastructure companies such as information communications, energy, transportation, and medical services, confirm in advance where equipment such as servers storing personal information and power plant management systems are purchased, and regularly request the disclosure of information about service providers。
贸促〔2022〕0140号预警信息：Iran has confirmed the use of cryptocurrency mechanisms in foreign trade
Recently, the head of Iran's trade promotion organization said that at the meeting of the joint foreign exchange working group of the Ministry of Industry, Mining and Trade of Iran and the central bank, a mechanism for the use of cryptocurrencies in foreign trade has been determined, and cryptocurrencies can be used to pay for imports, thereby reducing the involvement of suppliers due to sanctions against Iran。