# USTR Trains Partners on Forced Labor Import Enforcement

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) convened over 50 international trading partners in Washington, D.C. to provide specialized training on the imposition and enforcement of forced labor import prohibitions. This collaborative effort involved key federal agencies including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Department of Labor, aiming to strengthen global supply chain compliance and enforcement mechanisms against forced labor. The initiative aligns with recent expansions of import restrictions by multiple countries, underscoring a growing international emphasis on ethical sourcing and regulatory enforcement.

- Procurement professionals should note increased scrutiny and enforcement of forced labor prohibitions impacting supply chain due diligence and contract compliance requirements.
- Contractors and vendors engaged in international trade must evaluate their sourcing practices to ensure alignment with evolving import restrictions and enforcement standards.
- Agencies involved in trade and border security may seek enhanced training, technology, and services to support enforcement activities, presenting opportunities for specialized compliance and monitoring solutions.
- This development signals a broader trend toward harmonized international enforcement efforts, which may influence future procurement policies and contract clauses related to labor standards.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR)
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
- U.S. Department of Labor

### Sources
- [USTR Convenes Over 50 Trading Partners to Provide Training Related to Imposing and Enforcing Forced Labor Import Prohibitions | United States Trade Representative](https://ustr.gov/about/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2026/september/ustr-convenes-over-50-trading-partners-provide-training-related-imposing-and-enforcing-forced-labor) - USTR