US Investigates China's Shipping Sector Takeover Ambitions
Published Date: 2/27/2025
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Summary
The U.S. government is looking into China's moves to control shipping, logistics, and shipbuilding industries. They want your thoughts before deciding on trade actions that could affect businesses and prices. Get ready to share your views soon, as public hearings and comment deadlines are coming up!
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Section 301 probe may affect shipping prices
If you own or buy from businesses in the maritime, logistics, or shipbuilding sectors, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has opened a Section 301 investigation into China’s actions in those industries and says potential trade action could affect businesses and prices. USTR is requesting written comments, will convene a public hearing, and will accept rebuttal comments as part of deciding whether to take trade action.
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