China's share of Asia-US sea transport falls amid Trump tariffs

Vietnam, Singapore boost presence as exporters seek to avoid duties

Port of Dalian, Liaodong province, China. Because of Trump's tariffs, fewer shipments bound for the U.S. are leaving Chinese ports. (Photo by Kohei Fujimura)

TOMONORI WASHIDA, YUJI NITTA and FUMIKA SATO

July 23, 2025 06:07 JST

TOKYO/HANOI/SINGAPORE -- The share of U.S.-bound container transport from Asia that originated from China in June fell below 50% for the fourth straight month, as exporters shift bases to Vietnam and other Southeast Asia countries in response to U.S. tariff policies.