USTR announces broad Section 301 trade probes targeting major partners
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced new investigations into industrial capacity and pharmaceutical pricing. These probes target major partners.
The United States
US Trade Representative (USTR) announced on February 21, 2026, the initiation of several new investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, covering most major trading partners. These probes are intended to address identified concerns including industrial excess capacity, forced labor concerns in supply chains, and pharmaceutical product pricing practices. The USTR, led by Jamieson Greer, stated that the investigations also target discrimination against U.S. technology companies and digital goods, marking a significant step in national trade enforcement.












