US President Donald Trump’s administration has made several rapid announcements and withdrawals of new measures, leaving Chinese exporters and cross-border e-commerce sellers navigating a complex web of risk. The recent suspension of inbound parcels from Hong Kong and mainland China by the US Postal Service is just one example of the unpredictability that Chinese companies must contend with.
Chinese exporter David Wang was planning to launch new products through e-commerce platforms in the US after the Lunar New Year, but has put his plans on hold due to the delivery stoppage. If another moratorium is announced, many cross-border businesses will struggle, he warned. The rapid changes in policy are making it increasingly difficult for Chinese companies to stay on course and calculate their risks accurately.
The new administration’s announcements have become an integral part of risk calculation for Chinese exporters, who must now factor in the uncertainty of US policies when planning their operations. With geopolitical circumstances changing rapidly, Chinese businesses must be constantly alert to avoid unexpected surges in costs.
Source: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3297637/chinese-firms-trapped-trump-policy-maelstrom-struggle-stay-course