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April 10, 2025


US Reverses Course on Proposed Port Fees for Chinese Ships

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer at a hearing of the Senate Finance Committee Tuesday told lawmakers that the fees, which are supposed to help jumpstart a revival of U.S. shipbuilding, prompted overwhelming opposition from across the shipping industry (Freight Waves).

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March 13, 2025


USTR Invites Public Comments on Section 301 Actions

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is inviting comments from the public on proposed Section 301 actions that pertain to ocean shipping vessels. USTR proposes to impose certain fees and restrictions on international maritime transport services related…

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