U.S. flags S. Korea, Japan, EU, others over transshipment risks involving China-linked goods

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has flagged South Korea, Japan, the European Union, and other international partners over transshipment risks involving goods linked to China. The action places heightened scrutiny on trade routes and supply chains passing through these allied jurisdictions.

The development highlights ongoing U.S. efforts to address economic and security concerns related to Chinese commerce and potential circumvention of trade measures through third-party intermediaries.