US Customs Tariffs to Apply to Hong Kong Amid Trade War

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced that the additional 10% tariffs imposed on China will also apply to Hong Kong, amid escalating trade tensions.


US Customs Tariffs to Apply to Hong Kong Amid Trade War

In connection with the notice of the Ministry of Internal Security, customs and border protection services of the United States, announced in the media, additional customs duties introduced by the United States against China in the amount of 10%, will also apply to Hong Kong. This occurs in the context of escalating trade war between Beijing and Washington. The announcements from the aforementioned agencies do not contain details on what products or services from Hong Kong will be affected by these duties. "This additional notice is aimed at clarifying that Hong Kong is considered a separate customs territory," said the representative of the ministry.