Addendum

The following communication, dated 15 January 2026, from the delegation of the United States to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated pursuant to Article 21.6 of the DSU.

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The United States submits this report in accordance with Article 21.6 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes ("DSU").

On May 22, 2017, the Dispute Settlement Body ("DSB") adopted its recommendations in United States – Certain Methodologies and their Application to Anti-Dumping Proceedings Involving China (WT/DS471).  At the following DSB meeting, on June 19, 2017, the United States informed the DSB of its intention to implement the recommendations of the DSB in connection with this matter.  China requested that the reasonable period of time for the United States to implement the recommendations of the DSB be determined through arbitration pursuant to Article 21.3(c) of the DSU.  The Arbitrator determined the reasonable period of time to be 15 months, expiring on August 22, 2018. 

The United States continues to consult with interested parties on options to address the recommendations of the DSB.

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