- European Parliament condemns Thailand for human rights violations
- The US has imposed a visa ban on foreign government officials involved in the forced return of Uyghurs to China.
- In Fayzabad District, Kashgar Prefecture, residents were forced to provide officials with evidence proving they were not fasting.
- A Turkish court issues a decision to extradite Uyghurs to China.
- The Chinese military emphasizes readiness for war and external expansion.
- Questionable points about the Chinese "conferences"
- A senior US official calls for tariffs on all Chinese microchips.
- China continues to impose strict restrictions on Ramadan fasting in East Turkistan.
- Two contradictory policies: Beijing encourages childbirth among its citizens and prevents it among the Uyghurs.
- The US House of Representatives passed two bills against China.
India plans to impose 25% customs duties on Chinese steel products
According to Voice of America on February 13, India plans to impose temporary customs duties ranging between 15% and 25% on iron and steel products manufactured in China.
The Indian government confirmed its intention to protect its iron and steel industry from unfair competition. The Indian Minister of Commerce stated that temporary customs duties ranging between 15% and 25% may be imposed on iron and steel products coming from China during the next six months. He emphasized that the increase in imports of cheap Chinese iron and steel products has created unfair trade competition and posed a serious threat.
In December, the Indian government had studied the issue of imposing temporary duties on Chinese products, locally known as "safeguard duties," and ultimately planned to restrict iron and steel imports. If the duties are approved, they may remain in effect for up to two years.