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Core Viewpoint - The container shipping volume from Asia to Europe reached a historical high in the first half of 2025, primarily driven by increased exports from China and Hong Kong, which accounted for nearly 80% of the total volume, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.7% [1][6]. Group 1: Container Shipping Volume - In the first half of 2025, the container shipping volume from Asia to Europe was 9.571 million TEUs, marking an 8.9% year-on-year increase and setting a record for the highest volume in the first half of the year [3]. - The previous record was 8.79 million TEUs in the first half of 2024, influenced by disruptions in the Red Sea and Suez Canal, which led to a surge in cargo shipments [3]. - The overall shipping volume for 2024 was also a record high at 18.18 million TEUs [3]. Group 2: Impact of Trade Policies - The increase in container shipping volume is significantly influenced by the escalating US-China trade tensions, which have led China to pivot towards Europe as an alternative market for exports [1][6]. - The US government's substantial tariff hikes on Chinese goods have resulted in a decline in shipping volumes from China to the US, with three consecutive months of lower volumes compared to the previous year [6]. Group 3: Economic Conditions and Future Outlook - Despite the increase in shipping volumes, the European economy lacks strong momentum, leading to an uncertain outlook for cargo transportation [1][8]. - In June 2025, the shipping volume from Asia to Europe was 1.625 million TEUs, showing a modest year-on-year growth of 1.3%, but a slight decline of 0.3% from the previous month [8]. - Factors such as Germany's large-scale fiscal stimulus may boost cargo transport, but the ongoing "de-risking" initiatives in Europe could reduce reliance on Chinese imports, creating uncertainty for future shipping volumes [8]. Group 4: Freight Rates and Supply Chain Dynamics - The freight rates for container shipping between China and Europe have begun to decline, with the current rate at $1,668 per 20-foot container [9]. - The influx of new ships since 2024 has led to signs of oversupply in the container shipping market, contributing to the downward pressure on freight rates [9]. - The reallocation of container ships from European routes to US routes has created temporary tightness in supply, but as ships return to European routes, freight rates are expected to fluctuate [9].