China's Anti-Dumping Probe on Canadian Rapeseed Imports Sparks Trade Tensions

China has initiated a one-year anti-dumping investigation into Canadian rapeseed imports, amid intensifying trade tensions. This announcement follows Canada's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and other products. The probe examines imports from 2021 to 2023 and aims to determine if dumping has harmed China's domestic industry.

China announced on Monday the launch of a one-year anti-dumping investigation into imports of rapeseed from Canada, just weeks before Ottawa enforces 100% tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and other products.

Trade tensions between Beijing and the West have been escalating, with Canada, the United States, and the European Union imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports. China's commerce ministry revealed that the investigation will scrutinize imports between January 1, 2021, and December 31, 2023, citing preliminary evidence of oilseed dumping, also known as canola.

Canadian Minister of Agriculture Lawrence MacAulay expressed concern over China's announcement, reiterating Canada's commitment to 'rules-based trade' and defending the high standards of its products. China's President Xi Jinping met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to avert a broader trade conflict, with Sanchez advocating for fair play in trade relations. The investigation, likely to wrap up by September 9, 2025, could impact global trade dynamics significantly.

(With inputs from agencies.)