Shipping Industry Reels as New U.S. Port Fees Hit Chinese-Made Vessels
Shipping companies face unexpected U.S. port fees on vessels built on the Chinese mainland, sparking concerns over rising costs and global supply chain disruptions.
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Shipping companies face unexpected U.S. port fees on vessels built on the Chinese mainland, sparking concerns over rising costs and global supply chain disruptions.
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