Dossier
Special 301 report
Coverage of Special 301 report in the Nexus archive.
- USTR’s Vietnam designation mistakes transition for failure
The US Trade Representative designated Vietnam as a Priority Foreign Country for intellectual property in the Special 301 Report, the first such designation in 13 years. The decision cites concerns including online piracy, counterfeiting, and inadequate border enforcement.
- Call out allies, not just adversaries, for hurting American workers
The Special 301 report has taken a step towards addressing misbehavior by both adversaries and allies that hurts American workers. This move is significant as it holds all countries accountable. The report's focus is on protecting American workers' interests.