The goods included Afzal hookah pipe flavours, Nike sandals and Louis Vuitton belts.
Increased vessel traffic and limited enforcement are driving up the level of crime in the region.
Countries such as Chile and Ecuador have reported a sharp 143% increase in low-cost imports.
Exports ‘die in the lab’ awaiting paperwork and bird flu vaccinations have been stalled.
Champagne said Canada was committed to forging trade partnerships with countries like South Africa.
The port has increased its capacity to meet rising export demand from automobile manufacturers.
Exporters in consumer electronics, fashion, health and beauty are already planning inventory allocations.
Exports from Vietnam to the US fell by about 2% in August relative to July.
August volumes significantly increased from last year’s 372 939 tonnes.
Nagging issues cause South Africa’s beef shippers to earn significantly less than their competitors.
The renewable energy sector is facing new hurdles accessing a rebate on imported solar panels.
