Beijing files WTO suit against Canada, opposes EU sanctions on Iran

China has escalated its trade dispute with Canada by filing a lawsuit at the World Trade Organization challenging import restrictions on steel, alleging they are protectionist measures violating WTO rules. This action follows China’s recent imposition of new duties on Canadian canola. Simultaneously, China expressed opposition to reimposing sanctions on Iran regarding its nuclear program.

​China has escalated its trade dispute with Canada by filing a lawsuit at the World Trade Organization challenging import restrictions on steel, alleging they are protectionist measures violating WTO rules. This action follows China’s recent imposition of new duties on Canadian canola. Simultaneously, China expressed opposition to reimposing sanctions on Iran regarding its nuclear program.