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Trump Tariffs Live Updates: USPS Does A U-Turn And Says It Will Continue Accepting Packages From China


Published on 2025-02-05 09:40:58 - Forbes
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  • Feb. 1 Canada and Mexico both levied retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports in response to Trump's directive, while China said it would file a lawsuit with the World Trade Organization and take "countermeasures" in response to the move.

The article from Forbes, published on February 5, 2025, discusses the U.S. Postal Service's (USPS) decision to reverse its earlier stance and continue accepting packages from China. This U-turn comes amidst ongoing trade tensions and discussions about tariffs, particularly in relation to former President Donald Trump's policies. The USPS had initially planned to halt the acceptance of packages from China due to concerns over counterfeit goods, intellectual property rights violations, and the financial burden of handling these shipments. However, following significant pushback from businesses, consumers, and possibly diplomatic considerations, the USPS decided to maintain its service, albeit with new regulations aimed at addressing these issues. This decision reflects the complex interplay between international trade, postal services, and geopolitical strategies, highlighting the challenges of balancing economic interests with regulatory enforcement.

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[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2025/02/05/trump-tariffs-live-updates-usps-does-a-u-turn-and-says-it-will-continue-accepting-packages-from-china/ ]
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