The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has launched an anti-dumping investigation into paper imports from India, China and Thailand, raising the possibility of new trade measures across the Gulf region.
According to an announcement by the GCC General Secretariat, the investigation targets uncoated paper used for writing, printing and graphic purposes. The products include paper supplied in rolls and rectangular or square sheets.
The decision was taken by the Permanent Committee on Anti-Harmful Practices in International Trade following a preliminary report submitted by the Technical Secretariat.
The official investigation notice was published in the secretariat’s bulletin, Issue No. 59, dated November 2, 2026.
Mahfoudh Al-Raqadi, Director General of the Technical Secretariat, said the investigation would follow the GCC’s unified law on anti-dumping, countervailing measures and safeguards, alongside the World Trade Organization’s Anti-Dumping Agreement.
He added that the announcement would provide all interested parties with an opportunity to defend their commercial interests throughout the investigation.
The probe will examine imports originating in or exported from the three Asian countries. Its findings could influence future trade measures and paper imports across GCC member states.
However, authorities have not announced any final findings or anti-dumping duties.
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