USTR proposes extending the pause on China shipbuilding Section 301 fees to 9 January 2027

USTR said that "to allow for further negotiation with China" it is proposing "to further suspend that action for two months, through January 9, 2027". The current suspension runs through 11:59 p.m. ET on 9 November 2026. During the proposed period, "no party would accrue liability for or be required to pay the fees on maritime transport services" under Annexes I, II, or III of the April 23, 2025 notice. Comments are due by 30 October 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET (docket USTR-2026-0694).