Countries worry that U.S. security will hamper free trade
Jan 21, 2004 12:00 PM
The United States has been urged by trading partners to ensure that security measures against bioterrorism at ports and other points of entry do not hamper free trade.
While recognizing the right of the United States to protect itself, members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) said they were concerned the measures could be too burdensome and expensive, particularly for poorer exporting countries.
A new U.S. rule for imports requires a 24-hour warning to customs about any inbound cargo, and Washington is also seeking agreements with foreign sea ports to screen U.S.-bound containers before departure.
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