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Paper industry asks government to retain customs duty to curb cheap imports

08/03/2012

New DelhiIn a bid to protect Indian paper manufacturers from cheap imports, mostly from Indonesia and China, the industry has asked the government to retain the existing customs duty in the forthcoming Budget.

Congress Passes Bill Preserving Duties on Chinese Imports

08/03/2012

The U.S. Congress passed bipartisan legislation letting the Commerce Department apply duties to offset government subsidies in nations such as China (TBBLCHNA) and sent it to President Barack Obama, who backs the measure.

China starts antidumping probe on LS Cable

08/03/2012

HONG KONG (Yonhap) -- China said Wednesday it has started an investigation into possible dumping by LS Cable & System Ltd., alleging South Korea's top wire and cable maker excessively cut the price of its optical fibers.

US bill targeting Chinese subsidies goes to Obama

08/03/2012

WASHINGTON, March 6 (Reuters) - The House of Representatives on Tuesday voted 370-39 to ensure the United States can impose duties on subsidized goods from China and Vietnam, a move the White House said was needed to protect American jobs.

U.S. Complains at WTO Over India’s Limits on Farm-Products

08/03/2012

The U.S. complained at the World Trade Organization about Indian curbs on its farm products, saying limits on imports such as poultry and eggs are discriminatory.

Thailand: Some will gain from US move on surcharges

08/03/2012

Several Thai exports will soon enjoy better competitiveness after the United States decided to end its surcharge under a practice called zeroing used in its calculations of anti-dumping duties.

Vietnam: Steel firms face dumping threat

08/03/2012

HA NOI — Vietnamese steel exporters have been urged to improve their understanding of trade regulations in import countries to avoid the possibility of anti-dumping cases this year.

Australia Said to Face WTO Complaint Over Tobacco Packaging, Ban on Logos

08/03/2012

Australia may face a complaint at the World Trade Organization over its decision to ban trademarks and logos on tobacco products, according to two people with direct knowledge of the matter.