“We oppose the port fees": World Shipping Council on potential port fees targeting Chinese-built ships

“We oppose the port fees because they are going to have a severe effect on the U.S. economy and, in particular, agricultural exporters and farmers.”

The ag sector is keeping a close eye on potential port fees targeting Chinese-built ships. While it aims to strengthen the administration’s “America first” trade agenda, many are concerned it could result in increased costs for U.S. farmers.

CEO of the World Shipping Council, Joe Kramek spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on testifying at the USTR hearing, ripple effects on farm exports, and what this will mean for the ag economy.

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