“Youth News” reported on December 8 that the Vietnam Federation of Associations (including the Textile Association and the Footwear Association) urgently recommended to the Vietnamese government that the Vietnam Trade Representative (USTR) launch 301 The investigation will open the door for the United States to impose punitive tariffs on imported products from Vietnam (including textiles, clothing and footwear).
After receiving the news, the association composed of the Vietnam Textile Association and the Footwear Association immediately contacted the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) and the American Footwear Retail Distribution Association. (FDRA) communication. AAFA and FDRA said they have advised the USTR to use caution to avoid supply chain disruptions.
The association alliance not only reiterated the “emergency situation” but also suggested that the Vietnamese government closely guide relevant ministries and industry associations to adopt optimal protection plans to avoid textiles, clothing and footwear from being threatened. The multiple harms of imposing punitive tariffs.
The investigative hearing will be held on December 29.
