At today's press conference of the State Council Information Office, a reporter asked: How does the customs view the October 14 charges imposed by China and the United States on each other's ships docking and the impact on China's import and export?

In this regard, Lu Daliang, spokesman of the General Administration of Customs, said that the relevant departments have responded to the issue of port fees for ships many times before, and the measures taken by the United States are typical unilateralism and protectionism, which are obviously discriminatory. China's counter-measures are necessary passive defense actions. They are not only necessary measures to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese industries and enterprises, but also necessary measures to maintain a fair competition environment in the international shipping and shipbuilding market. It is hoped that the United States can face up to its own mistakes, meet China halfway, and return to the correct track of dialogue and consultation.