中方对美反制！今起施行

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Transport of China has issued a notice regarding the implementation of a special port service fee for vessels from the United States, aimed at protecting China's shipping industry interests in response to U.S. trade measures [6][7]. Group 1: Background - The implementation of the special port service fee is a response to the U.S. Trade Representative's investigation into China's maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding industries, which will impose additional port service fees on Chinese-owned or operated vessels starting October 14, 2025 [7]. - This measure is seen as a legitimate action to safeguard the rights and interests of Chinese industries and enterprises, as well as to maintain fair competition in international shipping [7]. Group 2: Main Content - The "Implementation Measures for Special Port Service Fees for U.S. Vessels" consists of ten articles detailing the legal basis, scope of collection, collection standards, responsible entities, payment frequency, payment requirements, information verification, penalties for violations, dynamic adjustments, interpretation authority, and effective date [8]. - Vessels that are owned or operated by U.S. entities, or that are flagged or built in the U.S., are subject to the special port service fee, while certain exemptions apply to vessels built in China or those that only enter Chinese shipyards for repairs [2][8]. - The fee structure is set to increase over time, starting at 400 RMB per net ton from October 14, 2025, and reaching 1120 RMB per net ton by April 17, 2028 [3][8].