Trump’s Maritime Action Plan revives threat of port fees

The Trump administration’s long‑awaited Maritime Action Plan (MAP) has resurrected a controversial proposal to charge foreign‑built ships a per‑kilogram fee on imported cargo, reviving a levy threat that could reshape global trade economics if enacted. The 36‑page plan, released after months of delay, set out a four‑pillar strategy to rebuild US shipbuilding capacity, reform training, …

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