US FMC Proposes $200K Fees on Spanish Ships, Olive Oil Import Limits

The US Federal Maritime Commission proposed a $200,000 fee on Spanish-flagged vessels calling at US ports and restrictions on Spanish imports, including olive oil, citing unfavorable conditions for American maritime transport. This escalates US-Spain trade tensions amid broader disputes over NATO spending and Iran policy. The proposal is preliminary and subject to review, with potential significant impact on Spanish exports and transatlantic shipping.