U.S. Threatens To Leave Global Postal Body Over Mail Rates For China

U.S. Threatens To Leave Global Postal Body Over Mail Rates For China

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Business, Social Studies

University

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The video discusses the potential impact of the China Trade War on the international postal system, focusing on the Trump administration's threat to withdraw the US from the Universal Postal Union (UPU). This move is driven by the US's demand to change the postal fee structure, which it claims unfairly benefits China. The UPU is holding emergency meetings to prevent a US withdrawal, warning of significant disruptions to global mail services. Despite the rejection of a US-backed plan to change the rate structure, there is optimism that a deal can be reached.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the Trump administration is considering withdrawing from the Universal Postal Union?

To reduce domestic postal rates

To improve relations with China

To address an outdated postal fee structure

To increase international trade

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the current postal fee structure benefit China according to the US?

By providing faster delivery services

By offering lower mailing rates for developing countries

By allowing more shipping options

By reducing customs duties

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of the US withdrawing from the Universal Postal Union as per Bishar Hussein?

Improved international relations

A complete shutdown of the traditional mail system

Faster mail delivery

Increased postal rates globally

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the vote on the US-backed plan to change the international rate structure?

It was accepted with conditions

It was postponed for further discussion

It was rejected with a majority vote

It was unanimously accepted

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the stance of the Universal Postal Union's director regarding the possibility of reaching a deal?

He has no opinion on the matter

He believes a deal is unlikely

He is pessimistic about any resolution

He remains optimistic about reaching a deal