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(30 articles)EU's Industrial Accelerator Act sparks investment screening battle
The European Commission's Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) represents a major shift in EU economic policy by introducing new foreign investment screening alongside existing regulations for batteries,
Tariffs: The Next Chapter - What Supply Chains Need to Know
Bain has released analysis on the evolving tariff landscape, signaling that policy changes continue to reshape global trade dynamics. Supply chain professionals should prepare for ongoing tariff-drive
Tariffs and Trade: Critical Policy Considerations for Supply Chain
The Hopkins Bloomberg Center has published guidance on tariff and trade policy considerations for policymakers. This analysis highlights how trade policy decisions can reshape supply chain operations,
Can US trade policy build a domestic battery supply chain?
The article examines whether US trade policy mechanisms can support the development of a domestic battery supply chain. This reflects broader policy efforts to increase domestic manufacturing capacity
Trade Policy Uncertainty Threatens Global Markets in September 2025
The UN Trade and Development organization has highlighted growing trade policy uncertainty as a significant threat to global markets. Supply chain professionals face heightened risk due to unpredictab
Trade Groups Push USTR to Extend China Ship Fee Pause
Trade associations are actively lobbying the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to maintain a temporary pause on shipping-related fees tied to China-origin vessels and services. This regulatory interven
Freight Forwarders Threaten Strike Over Foreign Ownership
South African freight forwarders have announced plans for strike action in response to regulatory concerns around foreign ownership policies affecting their sector. This labor dispute represents a str
Freight Forwarders Face New National Security Scrutiny
The traditional freight forwarding value proposition, competitive rates, capacity, and transit times, is fundamentally shifting as national security concerns intersect with logistics operations. Regul
US Trade Tariffs: Policy Guide & Supply Chain Impact
The House of Commons Library has published authoritative analysis on US trade tariffs, providing supply chain professionals with essential policy context and regulatory frameworks governing cross-bord
USMCA Trade Rules: Why Supply Chains Must Prepare Now
The supply chain industry's attention remains fixated on oil prices and tariff escalations, yet the practical implications of USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) requirements represent an eq
FCC Blocks Foreign Robots in Nearshoring Push
The FCC has implemented a sweeping import block on foreign-manufactured robots, including humanoids, quadrupeds, and mobile platforms, citing cybersecurity and national security concerns. Industry exp
Copper Trades Signal Trump Tariff Strategy Shifts
Copper trading volumes and pricing patterns have emerged as an unconventional but reliable leading indicator of tariff policy shifts under the Trump administration. Traders and supply chain profession
Nigeria Tightens Crackdown on Illegal Goods Importers
Nigerian regulatory bodies SEREC and AMATO are intensifying efforts to combat the importation and distribution of illicit goods through stricter enforcement mechanisms targeting importers and consigne
White House Extends Jones Act Waiver to Boost Domestic Shipping
The White House has issued a new extension waiver to the Jones Act, a 1920 maritime law that requires domestic waterborne cargo to be transported on U.S.-flagged vessels. This regulatory action signal
Jones Act Waiver Extended 90 Days; Minimal Impact on Gas
President Trump has extended the Jones Act waiver for an additional 90 days, allowing international shipping companies to transport energy products, fertilizers, and other commodities between U.S. por
Ghana Freight Forwarders Push for Container Charge Cap Enforcement
Ghana's freight forwarding sector is mobilizing to enforce compliance with the GH¢720 container charge cap, signaling persistent challenges with port fee governance in West Africa. The industry's dema
Supreme Court Overturns IEEPA Tariffs; 15% Global Surcharge Looms
The US Supreme Court has invalidated tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), triggering a significant policy vacuum in US trade enforcement. In response, the Whi
Supreme Court Upholds Tariff Authority, but Trump Trade War Continues
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a decision that upholds certain executive authority over trade policy, but the ruling does not fully resolve the complex legal landscape surrounding Trump-era tariffs
IEEPA Tariff Authority: What Supply Chain Leaders Need to Know
The Brookings Institution examines the constitutional and legal boundaries surrounding the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which has become a primary tool for tariff-driven econom
US Aluminum Tariff Relief 2026: What Supply Chains Need to Know
The US aluminum tariff landscape is entering a critical transition period as 2026 approaches, with new relief mechanisms set to reshape sourcing strategies and procurement costs across dependent indus
Supreme Court Tariff Decision Could Reshape U.S. Trade Policy
A forthcoming Supreme Court decision is expected to trigger significant shifts in U.S. tariff and trade policy, creating uncertainty across global supply chains. The ruling has the potential to alter
Tariff Winners After Year One: Supply Chain Reality Check
After one year of the Trump 2.0 tariff experiment, supply chain operators face a fundamentally altered competitive landscape. Initial assumptions about tariff outcomes have given way to more nuanced r
Novelis Lobbies Against Aluminum Tariffs Amid Cost Pressure
Novelis Inc., a leading global aluminum rolled products manufacturer, is actively engaging in legislative advocacy regarding aluminum tariffs. This lobbying initiative reflects growing industry pressu
US Trade Policy Shifts: What Supply Chain Leaders Need to Know
The Brookings Institution has published analysis suggesting the United States trade policy framework may be entering a new strategic direction. This development carries significant implications for su
25% US Tariff on Brazil Imports Effective July 22
The Trump administration has announced a 25% tariff on select Brazilian imports, effective July 22, 2024, representing a significant shift in US trade policy following the Supreme Court's nullificatio
Trump's 20% Hormuz Cargo Charge Threatens Global Shipping Costs
The Trump administration has proposed implementing a 20% charge on cargo transiting through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint that handles approximately one-third of global seaborne trade. T
Senate Examines Tariff Crisis: Supply Chain Impact Looms
The U.S. Senate is actively reviewing trade policy in response to an escalating tariff crisis, signaling potential legislative action that could reshape import duties and cross-border commerce. This g
Shein & Temu Sidestep EU Customs Duty With In-Region Warehouses
The European Union's decision on July 1 to eliminate the €150 customs duty exemption and replace it with a flat €3 charge per tariff line was intended to level the playing field and reduce the flood o
Glasgow Prestwick Positioned to Gain from EU De Minimis Removal
The European Union's termination of its de minimis exemption for low-value imports (effective July 1) represents a structural shift in parcel logistics and customs enforcement. Previously, parcels val
Export Compliance Crisis Emerges as Tariff Optimization Accelerates
As supply chain leaders aggressively pursue tariff optimization strategies, a critical compliance gap is widening: many companies are inadvertently exposing themselves to export control violations whi