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Two Minutes in Trade
Staying on top of the international trade developments in Washington can be difficult, but listening to Two Minutes in Trade is like having your own daily briefing. The podcast covers topics including the Section 301 tariffs on China, free trade agreements like the USMCA, and legislative responses t...
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392 bölümTwo Minutes in Trade - USTR Has Initiated Section 301 Investigations Without Delay
Wasting no time. USTR launches a Section 301 investigation on the EU + 15 other countries for "overproduction" and "excess capacity". Listen for more...
Two Minutes in Trade - Tariff Backlash Builds on Capitol Hill Ahead of a Tight Election Year
TMIT Clause 8 of Article 1 in the Constitution is calling! It wants its tariff authority back. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Congress Takes Aim at Non‑Resident Importers of Record
Non-resident importers of record need to rethink that status. A new bill will limit NIRs requiring resident status. Listen for more on Two Minutes in...
Two Minutes in Trade - IEEPA Refunds: Too Much Work for Everyone… Except Importers, Apparently
IEEPA tariff refunds are coming…but in ACE years. So, how long is that? Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Well, That Was Fast – How the Sec. 122 Tariffs are Already Being Challenged in Court
Within just weeks of the President's imposition of a 10% global tariff under Sec. 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, two dozen states have filed suit chall...
Two Minutes in Trade - Order, Not Chaos: The CIT's Vision for IEEPA Refunds
One step forward on IEEPA refunds, or at least we know which direction we are headed, but ultimately likely leading back to the Courts. Listen for mor...
Two Minutes in Trade - The 2026 Trade Agenda: Part Table of Contents, Part Warning Label
Déjà vu with a mandate: USTR's muscular 2026 trade agenda doubles down on more to come. Listen for more info on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - - ITC Launches Expedited Review of Potential PNTR Withdrawal for China
From PNTR to Column 2 duty rates. A new ITC study examines the impact of- with Congress eyeing additional duty collections for appropriations. Listen...
Two Minutes in Trade - CAFC Hands CIT the Tariff Refund Hot Potato
Go directly to CIT! Do not pass go! The CAFC remanded the IEEPA case to the CIT, not even waiting for the Supreme Court to return the case. Listen for...
Two Minutes in Trade - Tariffs After the Court's Ruling: The Administration's Next Move
Are section 122 tariffs just in search of justification? IMF dents the balance of payment argument. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - The Path to 301 Tariffs is Paved with Good Intentions
The USTR says 301 investigations on various topics will begin within days. These country-specific tariffs, along with the 232 product-specific tariffs...
Two Minutes in Trade - The IEEPA Refund Question
After the IEEPA tariffs fall, who decides the refund process? The Courts? Or Congress? Listen to Two Minutes In Trade for more info
The Limits of Executive Power – The U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Administration's IEEPA Tariffs
In a monumental 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Trump Administration's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic...
Two Minutes in Trade - Process to Implement eFiling of Product Safety Certificates Moves Forward
The CPSC recently posted to its website a list of about 600 HTSUS numbers that it believes are likely to include products for which certificate of com...
Two Minutes in Trade - New Port Fees Proposed to Strengthen U.S. Ship Building Industry
The U.S. government has issued a "Maritime Action Plan", calling for new fees on imported goods via land or sea. These actions are aligned with Congre...
Two Minutes in Trade - Heavy Metal! US. Origin Metals and Goods - What's Dutiable?
The CBP Base Metals Center just revised its guidance to address the treatment of U.S. metals. Still, importers must carefully consider whether their g...
Two Minutes in Trade - U.S. and Bangladesh Announce Trade Framework Agreement
On February 9, 2026, the US and Bangladesh issued a Joint Statement regarding a new bilateral trade framework agreement. The new agreement will provid...
Two Minutes in Trade - Congress Pushes Back on IEEPA Tariffs —Even if the President Won't Budge
Congress rediscovers the Emergency break with a vote that matters on IEEPA tariffs - but just not yet. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Defending the First Sale Doctrine
Put America First and preserve the first sale. A new bill would put America last by using the last sale for imports. Listen to Two Minutes in Trade fo...
Two Minutes in Trade - Another Day, Another Tariff: The Bangladesh Agreement
Trade by leverage: at what cost did Bangladesh buy a 1% tariff cut? Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Trade Policy Shake‑Up: Key Takeaways from Friday's Executive Actions
It was a Friday Night Special! Several Presidential actions impacting trade. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade: Trump Moves to Cut Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Purchases Following Preliminary Deal
The U.S. ended the extra "Russian oil" tariffs on India, moved to reduce or remove several reciprocal and Section 232 tariffs, and launched six months...
Two Minutes in Trade - Sixteen Minutes That Shook Davos
Canada plans to be at the Geopolitical table, not on it. Listen for more info on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade: Global Classification Is Changing: Inside the 2028 HS Rewrite
It is never too early to prepare for HTSUS changes coming in 2028. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - CBP Going Paperless with Refunds
No more paper trails! Customs refunds go full electronic this Friday! Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - A New Layer of U.S. Trade Policy in Central America
CAFTA-ish, because one trade deal wasn't enough - Guatemala and El Salvador sign tariff agreements. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - The Emergence of a USM-&-CA?
Is the U.S. embarking on just a review, or an all-out renegotiation of the USMCA? And might we see the single trilateral arrangement morph into two di...
Two Minutes in Trade - Importers Push Back on CBP's Section 232 Calculations
When "content" gets contentious. New lawsuit in CIT over CBP's valuation practice for 232 steel and aluminum. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade....
Two Minutes in Trade - When Investment Meets Reality: Tariffs Are Stalling U.S. Manufacturing Growth
Build here? Not at these prices. Many investors backing off US plans due to tariffs. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - FMC Opens Investigation Into Carrier-Imposed Chassis Mandates
The FMC is getting involved in a possible supply chain squeeze investigation. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Federal Funding Uncertainty Amid Winter Storm Disruptions
The deep freeze in Washington, D.C., is both the weather and politics. We could see some agencies' funding lapse. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Tr...
Two Minutes in Trade - An Updated Ace Deployment Schedule
CBP's newly updated ACE deployment schedule outlines numerous upcoming system enhancements—many still without firm dates—amid ongoing, rapid‑fire trad...
Two Minutes in Trade - CBP Implements New Mandatory Forced Labor Portal Effective Immediately
CBP's Forced Labor portal debuts, and you're already behind. Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for more.
Two Minutes in Trade - The Miyagi Method for Tariff Turbulence
Wax on. Wax off. Keeping a balanced approach to tariffs threatened by social posts. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - The Miyagi Method for Tariff Turbulence
Wax on. Wax off. Keeping a balanced approach to tariffs threatened by social posts. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Public Comments Requested for DOT's Next Transportation R&D Strategic Plan
DOT is seeking input on contributors to supply chain bottlenecks. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.
Two Minutes in Trade - Inconsistent Administration of Section 232 Tariff Processes
When I don't follow the rules, it's a problem but when the government doesn't follow the rules, it's still my problem. Listen for more on Two Minutes...
Two Minutes in Trade - When a Day Changes Everything in Trade Policy
232 tariffs on semiconductors and critical minerals were released; some details on a Taiwan agreement and a new export licensing policy were also anno...
Two Minutes in Trade - Shutdown Showdown: Congress on a Two‑Seat Tightrope
The Congressional Cabaret is in full swing as money, money, money talks continue. Will a shutdown be averted? Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for more....