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PRACTICES International Trade and Customs Trade Dispute Resolution
Trade Dispute Resolution
International Trade and Customs
Trade Dispute Resolution

ForTran provides trade-related dispute resolution services for enterprises, industry associations, and government entities. Our work spans administrative review and litigation, international arbitration, and WTO dispute settlement, helping clients address legal risks and preserve commercial interests in cross-border trade.

Resolving Domestic Administrative Disputes

We represent clients in filing administrative review or litigation against penalty decisions issued by authorities such as Customs, the Ministry of Commerce, SAFE, and market regulators.

Responding to Foreign Trade Remedy Actions

We assist Chinese companies in navigating foreign trade remedy investigations and resolving disputes involving anti-dumping, countervailing duties, or safeguard measures imposed by other jurisdictions.

Engaging in WTO Consultations and Litigation

  • Facilitating WTO consultations through Chinese authorities

    We assist Chinese enterprises and industry associations in preparing for WTO consultations initiated by the Chinese government in response to foreign trade measures that may be inconsistent with multilateral trade rules.

  • Supporting WTO Dispute Settlement for Chinese Stakeholders

    We assist Chinese government agencies and industry groups in WTO dispute proceedings, including consultations, panel hearings, and appellate reviews

Handling Investment Treaty Disputes

We represent enterprises in resolving disputes under international investment agreements, such as Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) mechanisms.

Managing Commercial Impact of Trade Disputes

  • Mitigating commercial fallout

    We advise on supply chain restructuring, contract termination, and liability disputes arising from international trade conflicts.

  • Planning cross-border dispute resolution mechanisms

    We help clients assess legal risks, build contingency plans, and design effective cross-border dispute resolution strategies.


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