Big news in global trade! 🌍 The Chinese mainland's General Administration of Customs has decided to stop importing U.S. lumber starting Tuesday. 🪵 This move comes after they detected some pesky forest tree pests that could harm local ecosystems. 🐛
But that's not all – they've also halted soybean import qualifications from three U.S. exporters. 🌱🔒 The reason? Residues of ergot and seed treatment agents were found on the soybean products. 🦠 This action aims to protect the health of Chinese consumers and ensure the safety of imported grains. 🛡️🍚
These measures are part of ongoing efforts to maintain high safety standards in food and material imports. 📈 Stay tuned as this trade update could impact markets and international relations! 🌐💼
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China takes measures on U.S. lumber, soybean imports over safety fears
cgtn.com
