The U.S. is investigating 60 countries over forced labor imports, seeking trade remedies amid heightened enforcement efforts.

The U.S. has launched Section 301 investigations into 60 countries, including major allies like the EU, Canada, India, and Australia, over alleged failures to ban imports made with forced labor, citing unfair trade practices that harm American workers and businesses. The probes, led by U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, aim to assess whether these nations have taken adequate steps to enforce import bans on goods produced using forced labor, following the Supreme Court’s invalidation of Trump-era tariffs. The investigations, which include hearings scheduled for April 28, 2026, could lead to new tariffs or trade remedies before temporary tariffs expire in July. The move reflects broader U.S. efforts to align trade policy with labor standards and address human rights concerns in global supply chains.