On September 16, a major accident occurred at Yantian Port in Guangdong, China, involving quay cranes and quay cranes. The incident raised concerns about port security and operating protocols.

The Office of the United States Trade Representative announced a series of new tariffs on Chinese imports, which will take effect on September 27. The move is part of a broader strategy to address trade imbalances and protect domestic industries from what the U.S. government considers unfair impacts of China's trade practices.