President Donald Trump wasted no time on his first day in office issuing an executive order directing federal agencies to conduct a comprehensive review of U.S. trade policies, aiming for a more aggressive stance in global commerce. The order mandates…
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), which took effect in June 2022, has seen its enforcement scope steadily expand as the U.S. government intensifies efforts to combat forced labor, particularly in China’s Xinjiang region. Recent developments have added seafood,…
On August 9th, 2024, a powerful explosion occurred aboard the YM Mobility at the Port of Ningbo, one of China’s busiest ports. The YM Mobility is a 6589 TEU vessel, built in 2011 operating between Asia and the Middle East…
In response to over 1100 comments that have been submitted for review, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced a postponement of the implementation of certain modifications to Section 301 tariffs on Chinese goods, originally set for…
On August 3, 2024, the Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on the Liberian-flagged container ship Groton while it was traversing the Gulf of Aden. This incident marked the first assault in two weeks, after a brief period of calm…
Tropical Storm Debby is having a significant impact on the southeastern United States. The ports of Savannah, Charleston, and Wilmington are experiencing substantial disruptions as the storm moves slowly through the region, bringing heavy rains and strong winds. Savannah, Georgia…