The spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce answered reporters' questions on launching two trade barrier investigations against the United States

Q: We have noticed that the Ministry of Commerce has issued two announcements launching two trade barrier investigations into the measures and practices of the United States. Can you introduce the relevant information?

Answer: The Office of the United States Trade Representative launched a 301 investigation against 16 economies including China on March 12, Beijing time, citing "overcapacity", and another 301 investigation against 60 economies including China on March 13, citing "failure to effectively prohibit the import of forced labor products". The Chinese side is strongly dissatisfied with this and firmly opposes it.

In order to firmly safeguard the interests of relevant industries in China, and in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Foreign Trade Law of the People's Republic of China and the Rules for Investigating Foreign Trade Barriers, the Ministry of Commerce issued two announcements on March 27th regarding the two 301 investigations by the United States against China. The two trade barrier investigations will be launched on an equal footing regarding the United States' practices and measures in disrupting the global supply chain and obstructing green product trade.

Next, the Ministry of Commerce will promote the investigation of barriers against the United States in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Foreign Trade Law and the Rules for Investigation of Foreign Trade Barriers, and take corresponding measures based on the investigation results to resolutely defend its legitimate rights and interests.