刚刚！中方出手：对美船舶收取船舶特别港务费

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Transport of China announced the implementation of a special port service fee for U.S. vessels starting from October 14, 2025, as a countermeasure against the U.S. imposition of similar fees on Chinese vessels, which is seen as a violation of international trade principles and damaging to Sino-U.S. maritime trade [2][4]. Summary by Sections Announcement Details - The special port service fee will apply to U.S. owned or operated vessels, including those with 25% or more ownership by U.S. entities, U.S.-flagged vessels, and vessels built in the U.S. [2][5] - The fee will be charged per voyage, with the following rates: - 400 RMB per net ton starting October 14, 2025 - 640 RMB per net ton starting April 17, 2026 - 880 RMB per net ton starting April 17, 2027 - 1120 RMB per net ton starting April 17, 2028 [2][3] Fee Collection Rules - For vessels calling at multiple Chinese ports in the same voyage, the fee will only be collected at the first port of call, with a maximum of five voyages per vessel per year subject to the fee [3][5]. Rationale Behind the Decision - The decision is framed as a legitimate measure to protect the rights of Chinese shipping companies in response to the U.S. actions, which are characterized as unilateral and discriminatory, disrupting global supply chains and international trade order [4][5].