US Threatens Retaliation Over Ship Emission Levy | JQJO

The US has threatened to retaliate against any international levy on ship carbon emissions, refusing to participate in this week's UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) negotiations. Washington objects to the proposed measure, deeming it unfair and economically burdensome, potentially triggering reciprocal measures. This stance contrasts with a 2023 agreement to achieve net-zero shipping emissions by 2050 and angers environmentalists pushing for decarbonization. The US argues the levy would promote expensive fuels and fund unrelated projects, while the IMO seeks a global consensus on emission pricing.