商务部：对美国启动两项贸易壁垒调查

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has initiated two trade barrier investigations against the United States in response to the U.S. launching Section 301 investigations based on "overcapacity" and "forced labor" allegations against China and other economies [1] Group 1: Trade Barrier Investigations - The U.S. Trade Representative's Office initiated a Section 301 investigation on March 12, citing "overcapacity" as the reason, targeting China and 15 other economies [1] - On March 13, another Section 301 investigation was launched by the U.S. against China and 59 other economies, claiming "ineffective prohibition of forced labor product imports" [1] - In response, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced on March 27 that it would conduct two trade barrier investigations against the U.S. regarding its actions that disrupt global supply chains and hinder trade in green products [1] Group 2: Legal Framework and Next Steps - The investigations are based on the provisions of the "Foreign Trade Law of the People's Republic of China" and the "Rules on Trade Barrier Investigations" [1] - The Ministry of Commerce will advance the investigations according to the relevant regulations and will take appropriate measures based on the findings to protect China's legitimate rights and interests [1]