USTR Nominee Lighthizer Says He's 'Deeply Concerned' on China IP Issues

U.S. Trade Representative nominee Robert Lighthizer is “deeply concerned” about counterfeiting and piracy in China, he told the Senate Finance Committee in writing after a recent confirmation hearing (see 1703150027). If confirmed, Lighthizer said, he will use all relevant trade policy tools, including the Special 301 Report and “new procedures” provided under the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act, to address Chinese counterfeits.