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Action against subsidised exports (Countervailing investigaions) |
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Protection for SACU industry against products imported at prices that are subsidised by the government of the exporting country, thereby causing material injury to the SACU industry. |
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Frequently asked questions |
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 What is a subsidy? |
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 A subsidy is any benefit conferred by the government of a country, which enables a producer or an industry to enhance its competitiveness. |
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When can action be taken against a subsidy? |
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A countervailing duty may be imposed against a subsidy only if that subsidy is specific to the company or the industry or if it relates to export sales, and if the subsidised imports cause material injury against the SACU industry. |
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