International trade · 01/04/2002Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

U.S. Office of the Trade Representative Requests WTO Consultations with Japan Over Apple Import Restrictions

The U.S. Trade Representative's office is seeking public input on Japan's measures to restrict U.S. apple imports to prevent the spread of fire blight, following a request for consultations under the World Trade Organization's Marrakesh Agreement.