China responded to US allegations of forced labor in the Section 301 probe and has lodged a formal representation with the US over the investigation

China's formal response to US allegations of forced labor marks a significant escalation in trade tensions.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 15 Mar 2026, 23:50 UTCOn the live feed at 23:30 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This could lead to further scrutiny on trade practices and might impact broader market sentiment, particularly in commodities and Asian equities. Investors should assess sectors exposed to these tensions, as they may face volatility moving forward.

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