Asia-Pacific maritime trade remains the backbone of global flows
December 4, 2025
The United States is introducing a new port-fee regime targeting vessels that are Chinese-owned, operated or built, following a Section 301 trade action designed to counter China’s dominance in global shipbuilding and maritime logistics. Phase 1 begins on 14 October 2025, with fees based on net tonnage and rising sharply through 2028. The policy reflects concerns over supply-chain security, market […]
