A bilateral surplus is not sufficient for a country to be subject to tariffs under Section 301. This was stated by the National Foreign Trade Council (NFTC), “A bilateral goods surplus may not, by itself, constitute evidence of conduct subject to measures under Section 301,” said the NFTC.
Mexico’s pharmaceutical market reached $19.8 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $38.5 billion by 2033. The value of the Mexican market was presented by the National Association of Drug Manufacturers (ANAFAM) to the U.S. government. This occurred as part of Section 301 investigations related to structural
A trade agreement between Belize and Mexico is on the horizon following negotiations between the governments of both nations, according to a report by the World Trade Organization (WTO). The bilateral trade balance shows a significant structural imbalance. In 2025, Mexico’s exports totaled $292 million. In contrast, Belize’s
Computer exports from Mexico to China grew at a year-over-year rate of 561% in 2025, reaching $2.313 billion. Over the previous seven years, these flows fluctuated between $125 million and $350 million, according to data from China’s General Administration of Customs. Computer Exports from Mexico to China Global
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