USPS Halts Incoming Packages from China as Beijing Criticizes ‘Politicization’ of Chinese Companies

President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from China went into effect after midnight on Tuesday, triggering retaliatory levies by Beijing. The U.S. Postal Service has suspended shipments of parcels from China and Hong Kong. Trump defended his tariffs on Truth Social, stating, “MAKE YOUR PRODUCT IN THE USA AND THERE ARE NO TARIFFS!” Economists warn that these tariffs could cost each U.S. household over $830 in additional taxes in 2025 and reduce the U.S. economic output by 0.4%. The Chinese state media criticized the move, saying it violates WTO rules and could lead to a global trade war. — news from Forbes