WASHINGTON — Today, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced the suspension of the action in the Section 301 Investigation of China’s Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance.
The action will be suspended for one year, and as of 12:01 a.m. Eastern Standard Time on November 10, 2025.
The suspension follows the historic trade and economic deal reached between President Trump and President Xi Jinping of China announced by the White House on November 1, 2025. In light of this deal, and pursuant to the direction of the President, the United States Trade Representative is suspending for one year, beginning on November 10, 2025, the responsive actions taken in this investigation. The United States will negotiate with China pursuant to Section 301 regarding the issues raised in this investigation. While taking these actions, the United States will continue its domestic efforts and its discussions with key allies and partners on revitalizing American shipbuilding.
Information on the suspension is provided in a formal notice.
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