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What are the consequences for foreign trade operators who violate legal provisions?
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Where a foreign trade operator violates relevant laws and regulations and harms the order of foreign trade, the foreign trade department under the State Council may make a public announcement and take necessary measures to eliminate the harm.
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Under what circumstances might an entity be prohibited or restricted from engaging in import and export trade activities?
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The foreign trade department under the State Council may impose prohibitions or restrictions on goods, technology imports and exports, and international service trade related to the People's Republic of China against overseas individuals or organizations falling under any of the following circumstances:
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Endangering the sovereignty, security, or development interests of the People's Republic of China;
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Violating normal market transaction principles by interrupting normal transactions with individuals or organizations in the People's Republic of China, thereby seriously damaging their legitimate rights and interests;
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Adopting discriminatory measures against individuals or organizations in the People's Republic of China, thereby seriously damaging their legitimate rights and interests.
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What matters may the foreign trade authorities investigate?
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To maintain the order of foreign trade, the foreign trade department under the State Council may, on its own initiative or jointly with other relevant departments of the State Council, conduct investigations into the following matters in accordance with laws and administrative regulations:
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The impact of imports and exports of goods, technology, and international service trade on domestic industries and their competitiveness;
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Trade-related barriers in relevant countries or regions;
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Matters requiring investigation to determine whether foreign trade relief measures such as anti-dumping, countervailing duties, or safeguard measures should be lawfully applied;
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Acts of circumventing foreign trade relief measures;
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Matters concerning national security and interests in foreign trade;
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Matters requiring investigation for the enforcement of relevant laws and regulations;
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Other matters affecting the order of foreign trade that require investigation.
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What methods may be used in foreign trade investigations?
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Foreign trade investigations may be conducted through methods such as written questionnaires, public hearings, on-site inspections, or commissioned investigations.
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How are the results of foreign trade investigations made public?
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Based on the investigation results, the foreign trade department under the State Council shall submit an investigation report or issue a ruling, and shall make a public announcement.
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