U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

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Timeline

  1. Determination & Action

    USTR decides on 'actionable' findings and implements tariffs or other trade measures.

  2. Public Comment Period

    Stakeholders and companies submit data and testimony regarding the impact of trade practices.

  3. USTR Initiation

    The U.S. Trade Representative formally opens an investigation into Taiwanese trade practices.

  4. Scholar Warning Issued

    Academic and policy experts urge Taiwan to prepare for U.S. Section 301 scrutiny.

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Regulation Bearish

Taiwan Braces for Potential U.S. Section 301 Trade Investigation

Policy experts are urging Taiwan to proactively develop a legal and regulatory defense strategy against a potential U.S. Section 301 investigation. The warning highlights the risk of unilateral trade sanctions as the U.S. looks to address trade imbalances and intellectual property concerns.

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