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News and Updates
Recent News
U.S.-Qatar Trade Agreement Boosts Engine Exports
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Qatar has facilitated the export of engines with net power between 194 kW and 257.4 kW (HS Code: 8408.20), with reduced tariffs promoting higher trade volumes.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on U.S. exporters as reduced tariffs are expected to increase demand for American-made engines in Qatar's industrial and construction sectors.
Qatar Increases Import of U.S. Heavy Machinery Engines
Qatar's infrastructure projects have driven a surge in imports of U.S.-manufactured engines in the 194-257.4 kW range, with trade data showing a 15% increase in shipments year-over-year.
2023-09-22
Impact: Strengthens U.S. export market share in Qatar, potentially leading to long-term contracts for American manufacturers.
Global supply chain disruptions have delayed shipments of engines (HS Code: 8408.20) from the U.S. to Qatar, impacting timelines for key Qatari infrastructure projects.
2023-08-30
Impact: Temporary negative impact on trade flow, with potential for backlog and increased costs for both U.S. exporters and Qatari importers.
Policy Updates
U.S.-Qatar Tariff Reduction on Industrial Engines
The U.S. and Qatar have agreed to lower tariffs on industrial engines with net power between 194 kW and 257.4 kW (HS Code: 8408.20) as part of a broader trade enhancement initiative, effective from November 1, 2023.
