Overview

• Hongkong Post announced it will no longer accept U.S.-bound goods shipments, citing the U.S. elimination of the de minimis exemption and increased tariffs starting May 2.
• Sea mail services for goods were suspended immediately, while air mail services will cease on April 27; mail containing only documents remains unaffected.
• The decision follows U.S. tariff hikes, including a 120% tariff on goods under $800, with fees set to increase further in June.
• Hong Kong's government criticized the U.S. actions as 'unreasonable' and 'abusive,' warning residents to expect high costs when shipping goods to the U.S.
• The suspension highlights escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China, with both sides imposing steep tariffs on each other's goods.