Surge in Trade Probes Puts China Under Pressure

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
China faced 64 anti-dumping investigations, a 166% rise from the previous year.India initiated a quarter of these cases, highlighting
(Photo Internet reproduction)The European Union has also launched investigations into Chinese lysine and vanillin imports to protect EU
producers from underpriced Chinese goods.These investigations are part of a broader trade conflict involving various goods, such as electric
vehicles.The US recently initiated anti-dumping investigations into photovoltaic cells from Southeast Asian countries, impacting Chinese
companies operating there.The US has imposed high dumping tax rates on products from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, further
tinplate imports.This action aims to restore fair competition for European steelmakers who have struggled with low-cost Chinese imports.The
influx of cheap tinplate has reduced production volumes and market share for EU producers, necessitating protective measures.Overall,
global shift towards protectionism and the complex dynamics of international trade.As nations seek to protect their industries, these
actions impact global supply chains and trade relationships, underscoring the interconnected nature of the global economy.