WTO: US Duties on Chinese Goods Unfair

The World Trade Organization has ruled the United States was wrong to impose punitive duties on a wide range of Chinese goods, in a decision that could have long-term impacts. A WTO panel ruled Monday that the U.S. import duties on the Chinese goods - which include solar panels, steel and other products - were inconsistent with international rules. Washington had argued the tariffs were justified in order to counteract government subsidies to Chinese companies that were then able to...

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