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Japan Opens Anti-Dumping Investigation Into Steel Imports From China, South Korea, Taiwan

Japan has initiated an anti-dumping investigation targeting steel product imports from China, South Korea, and Taiwan. The probe addresses persistent global overcapacity in the sector. South Korea's exports remained resilient in May, driven by strong semiconductor demand despite geopolitical risks and inflation pressures. Chinese factory activity contracted during the same period, with supply chain disruptions and elevated input costs affecting production. The investigation reflects growing protectionist sentiment as major trading nations face slowing demand and intensifying competition. Steel producers across the region now confront margin compression and market share competition, prompting governments to enforce trade actions protecting domestic industries.