Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Actions in Section 301 Investigation on China’s Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance

USTR has found China's state-directed efforts in maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding to be actionable under Section 301, opening the door to fees or restrictions on Chinese-built or Chinese-operated vessels calling at U.S. ports. Importers and shippers relying on such vessels face potential cost increases if proposed remedial measures are finalized.

The investigation and proposed actions target China's maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors. Proposed measures may include fees or restrictions applied to Chinese-built or Chinese-operated vessels at U.S. ports.