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The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) last week announced a public comment process on the proposed suspension of the action in the Section 301 Investigation of China’s Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance.
The White House on Nov. 1 announced a historic trade and economic deal reached between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping of China. Pursuant to this deal, the U.S. would suspend for one year, beginning today, the responsive actions taken in this investigation. The U.S. also will negotiate with China pursuant to Section 301 regarding the issues raised in this investigation. While taking these actions, the U.S. will continue its domestic efforts and its discussions with key allies and partners on revitalizing American shipbuilding.
The USTR, at the direction of President Trump, is, therefore, proposing to suspend for one year, beginning on November 10, 2025, the responsive actions taken in this investigation.
As explained in a formal notice, to be assured consideration, interested persons were invited to submit written comments by 5 p.m. last Friday.
