The German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DIHK) noted that industrial capacity in Germany has been declining and issued a statement in defense of the ongoing USTR Section 301 investigation. According to the DIHK, industrial capacity in Germany and Europe has declined in many sectors in response to
The U.S. toy industry highlighted China’s leadership as a supplier and identified Mexico as a “key partner.” According to the Toy Industry Association, approximately 76% of all toys sold in the United States come from China. The Association noted that Chinese toy suppliers are qualified and capable of
The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) highlighted five key facts about the U.S. semiconductor industry. These facts were presented as part of a letter the SIA sent to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). Additionally, they were part of the ongoing Section 301 investigation. The inquiries relate to actions, policies,
The results of Operation Cleanup are insufficient to effectively combat piracy in Mexico, stated the United States Trade Representative (USTR). However, in the 2026 Special 301 Report released by the USTR this Friday, Mexico moved from the Priority Watch List to the Watch List. Results of Operation Cleanup
U.S. tariff policy toward Mexico is primarily governed by the USMCA and Sections 122, 232, and 301. Mexico ranked as the United States’ top trading partner in goods in 2025. Trade flows of goods between the two countries reached $872.834 billion. U.S. Tariff Policy Mexico’s exports to the
Oil and gas production in Mexico fell in 2024 and 2025 on a year-over-year basis and in real terms. This occurred according to data from INEGI. At the same time, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into the country’s oil and gas extraction sector recorded a negative balance of