Bangladesh, May 16 -- The recent “hard-to-book-a-ship” phenomenon on China-US shipping routes is more than just a logistical bottleneck-it is a revealing indicator of the profound interdependence and enduring resilience of China-US economic and trade ties. Following the implementation of tariff adjustments under the Joint Statement on China-US Economic and Trade Meeting in Geneva, effective from May 14, both countries witnessed a dramatic surge in shipping demand. This has led to a scenario where almost all routes from China to the United States are fully booked through the end of May, with major ports like Yantian in Shenzhen operating at full capacity. While the spike in shipping activity may appear sudden, it underscores a ...