Overview

• The US International Trade Commission voted unanimously to continue the investigation into alleged tariff-dodging by Southeast Asian solar panel manufacturers.
• The investigation targets imports from Cambodia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, accused of undercutting US producers with low-priced panels.
• Proponents argue the tariffs are necessary to protect US solar manufacturing jobs, while opponents warn they could hinder solar project development.
• The Commerce Department will determine the potential duties, which could be imposed as early as July.
• The investigation is part of broader trade tensions involving Chinese companies allegedly circumventing existing tariffs.