Beijing, April 18 -- In response to the United States' recent announcement to impose additional port fees on Chinese-built or -operated ships docking in US ports, China expressed strong opposition and said that such measures would not only harm the US economy but also have consequences for global shipping, disrupt supply chains and increase inflationary pressures.

The nation further stated that the move will also hurt the interests of American consumers and businesses.

During a regular press conference on Friday, Chinese spokesperson Lin Jian said, "We've stated our position on relevant questions. Let me reiterate that measures such as imposing port fees and levying tariffs on cargo handling facilities harm the US itself as well as othe...