China kicks the ball until the end of January and once again postpones the conclusion of its investigation to set a cap on the impor (Note: The original text appears to be incomplete, so the translation reflects this.)

The Chinese government has decided to once again postpone the decision regarding the implementation of a safeguard measure that would aim to protect its cattle farmers from the increasing imports of beef, including the nearly 600 thousand tons that arrive each year from Argentina. The measure was to be announced tomorrow, but "given the complexity of this case, the Ministry of Commerce has decided to extend the investigation period again until January 26, 2026," reported the Asian authorities. An exporter considered that, in reality, the extension responds to the need of that Asian country to supply itself with beef for the Chinese New Year celebrations, which occur in January. He also clarified that the postponement does not generate tranquility, as there continues to be a sense of unease about what might happen when the verdict is finally known. Meanwhile, China's Ministry of Commerce recalled in the brief statement that in 2024 "it was decided to initiate a safeguard ...