Global shipping

Global shipping

A cargo ship full of containers is seen at the port of Oakland as trade tensions escalate over US tariffs, in Oakland, California, US, February 3, 2025. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo

Trump trade threats compound global ocean shipping uncertainty

US threats of hefty tariffs and million-dollar port fees raise alarms

The ripple effect from the complete closure of any waterway can be felt thousands of miles away. PHOTO: BLOOMBERG

Canals aren't even the world's biggest shipping chokepoints

Taiwan tensions raise risks in one of busiest shipping lanes

Taiwan tensions raise risks in one of busiest shipping lanes

Representational image. Photo: Bloomberg

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