Simon Lester
CFIUS Review Finds that Chinese-Owned North Dakota Corn Mill Project Not Covered, Can Go Forward
A Chinese company's plan to build a corn-milling plant in North Dakota was reviewed by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) due to national security concerns. CFIUS determined earlier this week that the transaction was not covered by the terms of the statute, and
China Comments on U.S. Trade Policy during WTO Trade Policy Review
Today and tomorrow, the United States is undergoing the regular Trade Policy Review of its trade policies at the WTO. At today's meeting, Chinese Ambassador to the WTO Li Chenggang put forward some criticisms of various aspects of U.S. trade policy.
More U.S. States Move to Ban TikTok for Government Employees
The push by U.S. state governments to ban or restrict TikTok use by government employees continues, with Utah, Alabama, and New York now moving forward with efforts in this area.
Members of Congress Introduce Bill to Ban TikTok in U.S.
Three members of Congress introduced bipartisan legislation yesterday to ban TikTok from operating in the United States.
Canada Announces Critical Minerals Strategy, Investment Review Changes, with Eye on China
Last week, the Canadian government set out its new strategy on critical minerals, as well as a proposal to update its investment screening regime. While not mentioning China by name in the official documents, the emphasis on "geopolitical events" and "security" makes clear that China was
China Announces WTO Complaint against U.S. Export Restrictions on Semiconductors
MOFCOM announced today that China would file a WTO complaint challenging U.S. export control measures related to semiconductors.