Q: We noticed that MOFCOM has announced the preliminary ruling on the anti-dumping investigation into imported rape or colza seeds from Canada. During the investigation, MOFCOM found a large number of agricultural subsidies in Canada and determined that there is a particular market situation. Could you please provide some details on this?

A: Based on sufficient evidence required for the initiation of the case, MOFCOM lawfully launched an ex officio anti-dumping investigation into imported rape or colza seeds from Canada. After the initiation, MOFCOM conducted open and transparent investigation in full accordance with the applicable Chinese laws and regulations as well as the rules of the World Trade Organization. The rights of all interested parties were fully safeguarded, and opinions from all sides were widely heard. During the investigation, we noted that there were a significant number of government subsidies and preferential policies in Canada’s agricultural sector, especially in the rape or colza seeds industry, which distort market supply and demand, leading to severe overcapacity. The preliminary ruling finds that there is a particular market situation in Canada’s rape or colza seeds market. Based on the facts and evidence, the preliminary ruling finds that rape or colza seeds imported from Canada is dumped, with a dumping margin of 75.8%. The preliminary ruling was announced on August 12, 2025, and provisional anti-dumping measures would be implemented.

I would like to emphasize that the Chinese side has always been cautious and measured in using trade remedies and is committed to upholding fair and free trade. Moving forward, we will continue to conduct the investigation in accordance with the law, fully safeguard the rights of all interested parties, and make an objective and fair final ruling based on the investigation results. We will take necessary measures to resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the domestic industry.