AD Agreement (Anti-Dumping Agreement)

The Anti-Dumping Agreement (AD Agreement) is a global treaty that sets rules for how countries can respond when they believe a foreign company is selling products at unfairly low prices—below cost or market value—that could harm local industries. It ensures countries apply tariffs or duties only after proper investigation and consistent standards, preventing misuse of such measures. The goal is to maintain fair trade by balancing the right to protect domestic industries while avoiding protectionism, promoting a transparent and rules-based approach to addressing unfair trading practices.