Taxonomy: Tariff Line Affected - 0701
Potatoes (Except Sweet Potatoes), Fresh Or Chilled
Zimbabwe:Trade Implications of the 2012 National Budget statement
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On 24 November 2011, the government of Zimbabew presented its 2012 national budget statement. The following components of the budget have implication for trade policy.United States of America: Postponement in imposition of reinspection user fees for food
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The U.S.Sri Lanka: Increased special levy on potatoes
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Effective 10 September 2010, the government of Sri Lanka increased the special levy on potato imports. Under the new regulation, imports of potatoes are subject to a levy of Rs. 30/kg up from Rs.20/kg.Canada: Possible adoption of a licensing regime for food imports
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is considering adoption of a licensing regimeThe Customs Union of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan: Temporary elimination of import tariffs on some agricultural products
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By the Customs Union Commission Decision #475 from 14 October 2010 the import tariffs on several agricultural products were temporarily eliminated until 1 June 2011.Iran: Import ban of certain fruit and dairy products
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According to numerous and consistent press reports, the government of Iran has issued an import ban for 49 fruit and dairy products in September 2010.Vietnam: Fifth devaluation of the Dong
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On 17 August 2010, the State Bank of Vietnam has devalued the national currency, the Dong, for the fifth time since 2008.Sri Lanka: Special Commodity Levy Act
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From 19 May 2010, the government of Sri Lanka imposed a temporary levy on various agricultural goods.
