The article discusses the reversal of a decision by the United States Postal Service (USPS) to stop accepting packages from China, which had sparked fears of major trade disruptions. The move came after President Trump's new tariffs on Chinese goods were enacted, with the US scrapping a duty-free exemption for low-value packages. The developments at USPS created fears that major disruptions were on the horizon. Tensions between China and the US have escalated as both countries impose tariffs in response to each other's actions, highlighting the need for diplomatic solutions.

USPS Continues Accepting Packages from China After Stirring Trade Fears

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced that it will continue accepting packages from China and Hong Kong, reversing an earlier decision that sparked fears of major trade disruptions. The move comes amid heightened tensions between the US and China over tariffs on each other's imports.

Trump's Tariffs Scrapping De Minimis Exemption for Low-Value Packages

The latest development in this ongoing trade spat is related to President Donald Trump's new tariffs, which were enacted citing concerns about drug trafficking. As part of these tariffs, the US scrapped a duty-free exemption for low-value packages on Tuesday.

The de minimis exemption had allowed goods valued at $800 or below to enter the US without paying duties or certain taxes. However, the growth of Chinese-founded online retailers such as Shein and Temu has led to an increase in shipments in recent years, which US officials have pointed out as a key factor behind this surge.

The halt threatened delays for parcels from both companies before USPS stepped back from it, creating fears that major disruptions were on the horizon. The developments at the USPS came amid data showing that the US trade deficit swelled last year to its second-largest on record.

China and US Trade War Escalates as Both Imposes Tariffs

The escalating tensions between China and the US are related to Trump's threat of tariffs on Chinese goods, which led Beijing to respond with levies on imports of US energy, vehicles, and equipment. This return salvo came minutes after Trump's threatened tariffs on Chinese goods took effect.

In an apparent stepdown from the previous stance, the USPS stated that it would continue accepting all international inbound mail and packages from China and Hong Kong Posts. The measures are part of efforts to tackle a surge of harmful products into the bloc.

Mexico and Canada Get Tariff Suspension Following Fentanyl, Migrant Issues

The US also suspended duties on Mexico and Canada for a month following both countries' promises to step up measures to counter flows of fentanyl and undocumented migrants crossing into the country. This suspension was intended to help deal with these issues temporarily but will be re-evaluated at the end of the month.

China's Fury over Politicization of Trade Issues by US

In response, Beijing had responded with fury to the move, accusing the US of politicizing trade and economic issues and using them as tools. China has emphasized its commitment to defending free trade principles while also highlighting that such measures would harm both economies.

Overall, the ongoing tensions between China and the US are a cause for concern, and the recent developments regarding the USPS and Trump's tariffs highlight the need for diplomatic solutions. The potential disruptions caused by these moves emphasize the importance of finding common ground and resolving these issues through peaceful means.

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