Early Warning: Risk of the United States Reviewing and Imposing High Trade Remedy Duties on Imported Solar Cells and Panels

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys analyzing U.S. International Trade Commission documents regarding solar cells and panels safeguard review at Hanoi office

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) is accelerating its review process to issue a preliminary determination on countervailing duties for imported solar cells and panels. This move is part of a broader trend of increasing U.S. trade remedy measures aimed at protecting domestic manufacturing. The case was initiated based on a petition filed by the…

Early Warning: Risk of the United States Increasing Tariffs and Trade Remedy Measures on Imported Seafood – Enterprises Should Pay Special Attention

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys reviewing U.S. Customs and Border Protection tariff schedules and FDA import alerts affecting Vietnamese seafood at Hanoi office

The United States is significantly increasing its use of tariff measures and trade remedy instruments on imported seafood products, creating substantial pressure on exporters targeting this market. Specifically, import tariffs on certain seafood products have been raised to very high levels, at times reaching approximately 50%. At the same time, trade remedy measures continue to…

Early Warning: Risk of South Korea Imposing High Trade Remedy Duties on Hot-Rolled Steel Imports – Enterprises Should Pay Special Attention

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys analyzing KTC hot-rolled steel investigation documents and risk assessment for Vietnam exporters at Hanoi office

The Government of South Korea has decided to impose high anti-dumping duties on hot-rolled steel products, reflecting a strong trend toward increased use of trade remedy measures to control imports and protect its domestic industry. According to the findings of the investigating authority, the proposed and approved anti-dumping duty rates range from approximately 28% to…

Early Warning: Risk of Egypt Maintaining and Adjusting Trade Remedy Measures on Hot-Rolled Steel Imports – Enterprises Should Pay Special Attention

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys reviewing Egypt's WTO safeguard notification and final determination on hot-rolled steel imports at Hanoi office

Egypt has issued a preliminary determination in the safeguard review investigation concerning hot-rolled flat steel imports from all sources. This development indicates that the country continues to maintain and adjust its trade remedy instruments to control imports and protect its domestic industry. According to the preliminary findings, the investigating authority has approved a plan to…

Early Warning: Risk of China Extending and Tightening Trade Remedy Duties on Imported Chemicals – Enterprises Should Pay Special Attention

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys reviewing China's Ministry of Commerce trade remedy notices and tariff adjustment schedules affecting chemical imports at Hanoi office

China’s Ministry of Commerce has officially initiated an expiry review of the anti-dumping measures applied to n-Propanol (NPA) chemicals. This is a significant step that may lead to the extension or adjustment of the currently very high trade remedy duty rates. According to the announcement, throughout the review process, the existing anti-dumping duties will remain…

Early Warning: Risk of Brazil Applying Trade Remedy Measures on Imported Steel Plates – Enterprises Should Pay Special Attention

Early Warning: Risk of Brazil Applying Trade Remedy Measures on Imported Steel Plates – Enterprises Should Pay Special Attention

The Government of Brazil has officially issued a decision to impose anti-dumping duties on certain imported steel plate products, marking a new step in strengthening the use of trade remedy instruments to protect its domestic industry. Specifically, anti-dumping measures are applied to cold-rolled steel plates and coated steel plates for a period of up to…

Early Warning: Risk of the United States Imposing Extremely High Trade Remedy Duties on Graphite Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries

ASL LAW trade remedy attorneys reviewing U.S. Department of Commerce anti‑dumping investigation documents on graphite materials from China at Hanoi office

The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) has issued its final determination in the anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigation on graphite materials used as anodes in lithium-ion batteries, officially establishing an extremely high-intensity trade remedy barrier for this product group. Compared with the preliminary phase, duty levels have increased significantly. Countervailing duties have been adjusted to…

M&A Strategic Guidance and Legal Risks in Vietnam?

ASL LAW M&A attorneys conducting strategic planning session with investment client at Ho Chi Minh City office

Vietnam continues to attract strong investor interest across manufacturing, technology, renewable energy, real estate, and consumer sectors. For foreign investors and corporate decision-makers, understanding M&A strategic guidance and legal risks Vietnam is essential to ensure transaction security and regulatory compliance. From cross-border M&A due diligence requirements Vietnam to antitrust filing thresholds Competition Law 2018 Vietnam,…

Franchise in Vietnam: Essential Legal Considerations for International Brands?

ASL LAW franchise attorneys advising international franchisor on Vietnam market entry strategy at Ho Chi Minh City office

Vietnam has become one of the most dynamic consumer markets in Southeast Asia, attracting global retail, food and beverage, education, and service brands. For international franchisors, understanding franchise in Vietnam essential legal considerations is critical before launching operations. Regulatory compliance, franchise registration requirements for foreign franchisors, franchise disclosure obligations under Vietnam law, and properly structured…

Contract Drafting in Vietnam: Common Pitfalls to Avoid?

ASL LAW corporate lawyers reviewing draft contracts with client to identify and correct common drafting errors at Ho Chi Minh City office

In Vietnam’s fast-evolving commercial environment, poorly structured agreements can expose businesses to significant legal and financial risks. For foreign investors, tech entrepreneurs, and legal professionals, understanding contract drafting in Vietnam common pitfalls to avoid is critical to protecting commercial interests. From enforceability requirements for contracts under Vietnam law to statutory compliance errors in Vietnamese contracts,…

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