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The U.S. Trade Representative has initiated two investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. Under this provision, the U.S. will investigate whether an act, policy, or practice of a foreign country either: a) violates, or is inconsistent with, the provisions of, or otherwise denies benefits to the United States under, any trade agreement; or b) is unjustifiable and burdens or restricts United States commerce.
In the event of affirmative determinations by the USTR, the administration is authorized to...