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DHL Suspends Shipments Over USD 800 to U.S. Amid New Customs Rules

DHL Suspends Shipments Over USD 800 to U.S. Amid New Customs Rules

United States, Friday, 18 April 2025.
DHL faces significant transit delays and halts B2C shipments valued over USD 800 to the U.S. due to updated customs regulations, highlighting global trade’s logistical challenges.

US Sets Port Fees on Chinese Ships to Bolster Domestic Shipbuilding

US Sets Port Fees on Chinese Ships to Bolster Domestic Shipbuilding

Washington, D.C., Friday, 18 April 2025.
The US introduces incremental port fees on Chinese-built vessels to enhance its shipbuilding industry, with charges increasing starting October 2025.