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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. and Gabon Discuss Trade Quotas Under U.S. Note 19
Recent talks between U.S. and Gabonese officials focused on the quantitative limits specified in U.S. Note 19 to subchapter HS Code, addressing potential adjustments to import quotas for specific goods.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This could lead to revised import limits, potentially increasing or restricting Gabonese exports to the U.S. depending on the outcome of negotiations.
Gabon Faces Challenges Meeting U.S. Import Quotas
Gabon struggles to meet the export quotas under U.S. Note 19 due to supply chain disruptions, impacting the volume of goods shipped to the U.S. market.
September 22, 2023
Impact: Failure to meet quotas may result in reduced market access and revenue for Gabonese exporters, prompting calls for capacity-building support.
U.S. Customs Tightens Enforcement of Quantitative Limits for Gabon Imports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced stricter monitoring of imports from Gabon under U.S. Note 19 to ensure compliance with specified quantitative limits.
August 10, 2023
Impact: Increased scrutiny may delay shipments and raise compliance costs for Gabonese exporters, potentially affecting trade volumes.
Policy Updates
U.S. Reviews Quantitative Limits in U.S. Note 19 for Gabon
The U.S. Trade Representative's office initiated a review of the quantitative limits specified in U.S. Note 19 to assess whether current quotas align with bilateral trade objectives with Gabon.
