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 Estados Unidos y China llegaron a un acuerdo comercial después de meses de escalada entre ambos países. Ambas naciones acordaron diversos temas de comercio durante una reunión entre el presidente de EE. UU., Donald Trump, y el presidente chino, Xi Jinping. El acuerdo se produce pocos días después de que el gobierno chino comenzara a cobrar tarifas a los barcos de propiedad estadounidense que se cargan en puertos chinos. El presidente Trump respondió anunciando un arancel del 100% sobre las importaciones chinas , medida que posteriormente revirtió. Desde que Trump regresó a la presidencia, ha impuesto, pausado y aumentado importaciones hacia EE. UU., afectando principalmente a China. Este país respondió imponiendo sus propios gravámenes y, tras varios intercambios, los aranceles alcanzaron más del 100% de ambas partes. Posteriormente, los impuestos fueron reducidos y la reciente tregua ayudó a disminuir la tensión de la guerra comercial. ¿Qué incluye el nuevo acuerdo comercial? El ...

President Trump is raising Canada tariffs by 10% after an announcement on October 25. In a social media post, Trump said he would increase duties on Canadian imports due to a TV ad. The president will add the 10% to previously imposed tariffs, raising the total amount to 45% for certain goods. Canadian imports have been subjected to a 35% tax since August 1. The tariff increase will not affect importations that fall under the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement). Trump has not yet specified the scope of the latest raise and what goods will be affected. This article will explain Trump’s goal behind the tariff increase and its impact on shippers. Why Trump Is Raising Canada Tariffs By 10%? The 10% rise came after Canada aired a TV ad featuring former president Ronald Regan criticizing tariffs. Trump immediately responded by calling the advertisement a fraud and stating, “All trade negotiations with Canada are hereby terminated”. The Ronald Regan Presidential Foundation also issu...

  While less talked about than large corporations importing into the US, shippers have seen the IEEPA tariffs impact small importers. Smaller and mid-sized importers like mom-and-pop stores have suffered significantly from President Trump’s IEEPA taxes. Earlier this year, Trump used the IEEPA (International Emergency Economic Powers Act) to impose reciprocal levies for most US importers.  After an appeals court ruled the levies Illegal, the Supreme Court agreed to hear the case on an expedited schedule.  With the case going to the Supreme Court next month, smaller importers have a high level of uncertainty. This article will explain the potential impact on smaller importers and how to protect their cargo during this time. How Are The IEEPA Tariffs Impacting Small Importers? The impact of Trump’s IEEPA tariffs on small to mid-sized importers may depend on the Supreme Court’s final ruling.  Shippers could be eligible for a refund if the court decides the tariffs are il...

  Ya seas un importador nuevo o experimentado, garantizar una importación exitosa es esencial al traer carga a los Estados Unidos . EE. UU. es el mayor importador del mundo y en 2023 recibió más de 3 billones de dólares en mercancías. Puede resultar atractivo comenzar debido a los numerosos beneficios para empresas y remitentes. Sin embargo, se deben tomar precauciones especiales para evitar posibles interrupciones en el proceso. Muchas cosas pueden salir mal al importar, lo que puede resultar en pérdidas económicas o incluso en la pérdida de la carga. Este artículo explica qué puede salir mal al importar y da consejos para asegurar un envío exitoso desde el inicio. ¿Qué puede salir mal durante el proceso de importación? Debido a la complejidad de importar a EE. UU. y otros países, hay muchos factores que pueden fallar. Un problema común al mover carga son los retrasos en el despacho de aduanas . Numerosos motivos pueden causarlos, como documentación incorrecta, tarifas impagas, i...

The US-China Trade War Continues, with the Chinese government recently charging port fees on US ships. On October 14, China began imposing fees on US-owned vessels docking in Chinese ports. The charges came after both countries agreed to reduce reciprocal tariffs imposed on each other. By April, the US had levies on China up to 145% while China had up to 125%.  In May, the countries agreed on a 90-day truce and reduced the tariffs to 30% (US) and 10% (China).  The countries extended the pause to November 10, before China retaliated with new port fees. President Trump responded by announcing that he will impose a 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting in November. Why Are The Countries In A Trade War? China and the US have been in a trade war for years due to issues such as trade imbalances and intellectual property (IP) theft, and both countries are trying to protect their economic interests. The US is also fighting against the inflow of drugs, with China being the most popul...

  President Trump’s IEEPA tariffs Supreme Court ruling could potentially reshape international trade.  On November 5, the Supreme Court will hear two consolidated cases – Learning Resources v. Trump and Trump v. V.O.S. Selections.  In V.O.S. Selections vs Trump, the US Court of Appeals argues that the IEEPA does not authorize sweeping tariffs. Trump recently used the IEEPA (International Emergency Economic Powers Act) to impose reciprocal tariffs for most US importers. Due to the situation’s urgency, the Supreme Court agreed to review the case on an expedited schedule. The outcome of the ruling may significantly impact trade for shippers and the US government. What Are The Major Risks for Trade From Trump’s IEEPA Tariffs Supreme Court Ruling? The Supreme Court’s ruling has various risks, including redefining presidential authority over trade and policy. If the court rules against the Trump administration, the scope of what presidents can do under IEEPA may ...

Después de una semana del colapso del puente Baltimore Key, los reguladores federales temen un aumento en las disputas por tarifas de contenedores. El 26 de marzo de 2024, un buque portacontenedores chocó contra el Puente Francis Scott Key , provocando su caída en el río Patapsco. Este paso es uno de los principales accesos al Puerto de Baltimore, un centro clave para los envíos de automóviles. Las operaciones portuarias se han detenido debido al incidente, obligando a los buques a desviarse. A medida que las navieras comienzan a cancelar rutas, la FMC prevé conflictos por el incremento de costos en los contenedores. La FMC, Comisión Marítima Federal, es la agencia reguladora que supervisa el sistema de transporte marítimo internacional de EE. UU. Una de sus funciones es resolver disputas relacionadas con el transporte de carga marítima. ¿Por qué la FMC teme disputas por tarifas de contenedores? La FMC espera un aumento en las disputas debido al desvío de envíos hacia otros puertos. Lo...

  Shippers that bring goods into and out of the US could soon feel the effect as the government shutdown begins. On October 1, Congress disagreed on an operations funding bill, leading to the US government shutting down. When this happens, it can cause widespread disruptions for Americans and the economy in numerous ways. Along with impacting different sectors, a shutdown would directly impact international and domestic shipping. For example, it will affect the CBP (Customs and Border Protection), part of the Department of Homeland Security. This article will explain the impact of a government shutdown on cargo movement and how to protect your shipment. What Can International Shipping Expect as the Government Shutdown Begins? One of the most significant effects of a government shutdown on international shipping is increased delays. When this happens, the government will furlough or send home up to 750,000 federal workers without pay. While CBP officials are “essential,” ports will ...