Coal
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China Easing Restrictions on Australian Coal Exports
Several recent media reports indicate that China may be removing some restrictions on Australian coal imports, which could be a first step towards a broader easing of Australia-China trade conflict.
Australian Treasurer Comments on Chinese Coal Import Restrictions; China Responds
A possible easing of tensions in China-Australia relations continues, as reports suggest that China is set to lift a ban on Australian coal. When asked about the possibility, the Australian Treasurer called it a "welcome step" but noted that it had "not yet been officially confirmed." The Chinese Foreign Ministry
China Announces 11 Month Coal Tariff Cut
Beijing announced that it would temporarily cut tariffs for all coal imports to zero for 11 months, starting on May 1, 2022. As many coal imports already enjoy zero tariffs, it is unclear how much this policy would impact the volume of coal imports.
Australian Senator Raises Concern About Chinese-Owned Port Restricting Coal Exports
In an Australian parliamentary session this week, Senator Sarah Henderson raised
concerns about the Newcastle, Australia port, which is 50% owned by a Chinese
state-owned company, imposing restrictions on coal exports. This has been a
recurring issue that has arisen several times in recent months, in the context
of a
Australia Raises Various Chinese Trade Restrictions at WTO State-Trading Enterprise Meeting
It has been widely reported in the media that Australia-China trade relations
have deteriorated in recent months. Some aspects of this issue have been
discussed in WTO committees and other bodies. At the May 3 meeting of the WTO’s
Working Party on State-Trading Enterprises, for which the minutes were
Coal Exports to China Discussed at Australian Senate Meeting
At a meeting held on June 4, 2021, the Australian Senate Economics Legislation
Committee discussed the situation of coal exports to China with representatives
of the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources, focusing on ships
carrying Australian coal being unable to enter Chinese ports and the impact on
Australian