CPA Endorses Enhanced Enforcement Actions Following Concerns Raised in USTR’s 2025 National Trade Estimate Report

CPA Endorses Enhanced Enforcement Actions Following Concerns Raised in USTR’s 2025 National Trade Estimate Report

The NTE report specifically identifies significant barriers and illicit trade practices, particularly involving China, impacting the solar, automotive, and steel industries, underscoring the urgent need for robust U.S. enforcement to address transshipment and tariff evasion.

Revenue Impact of Retroactive Duties on U.S. Solar Imports under the 2022-2024 Tariff Moratorium

Revenue Impact of Retroactive Duties on U.S. Solar Imports under the 2022-2024 Tariff Moratorium

In June 2022, the Biden administration introduced a two-year tariff moratorium, temporarily suspending import duties on solar cells and panels from four key Southeast Asian exporting nations—Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

House Trade Committee: Partisan Attacks on Trump, “Reciprocal Trade” & Retaliation

House Trade Committee: Partisan Attacks on Trump, “Reciprocal Trade” & Retaliation

Tuesday’s House Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee hearing saw every single Democrat attacking the Trump administration’s tariff policy, mocking his April 2 “Liberation Day” announcement, and calling tariffs a tax that will hurt middle class consumers.

CPA Strongly Supports Proposed USTR Actions Against Chinese Dominance in Maritime and Shipbuilding Sectors

CPA Strongly Supports Proposed USTR Actions Against Chinese Dominance in Maritime and Shipbuilding Sectors

In a comment letter submitted to USTR in response to the Section 301 investigation, CPA highlighted China’s extensive use of state-driven subsidies and unfair trade practices, urging immediate implementation of targeted measures to support the revitalization of the U.S. shipbuilding industry.

CPA Recommendations for Implementing Tariffs Pursuant to the America First Trade Policy Memorandum

CPA Recommendations for Implementing Tariffs Pursuant to the America First Trade Policy Memorandum

CPA cautions against adopting a reciprocal tariff strategy aimed primarily at negotiating lower foreign trade barriers and more favorable investment conditions abroad. A reciprocal tariff strategy that prioritizes foreign governments’ willingness to reduce their trade barriers or be more receptive to foreign investment is in conflict with the stated goals of the America First Trade Policy Memorandum and undermines the predictability and stability American businesses need to confidently invest in long-term domestic production.