Resilience Amid Turbulence: Can China’s Shipping Industry Weather the Trade War Storm?

As geopolitical tensions rise and U.S. tariffs take a stronger hold, China’s shipping industry stands at a critical crossroads.

Despite growing external pressure and intensifying structural challenges at home, the sector has shown surprising resilience—at least for now.

In the first quarter of 2025, Chinese ports reported strong growth in cargo volumes, pointing to sustained momentum in the country’s maritime trade.