Core Viewpoint - Li Ka-shing's sale of port operations has sparked significant public outcry, with concerns about the implications for China's trade and supply chain amidst ongoing US-China tensions [1][2] Group 1: Company Actions and Reactions - Li Ka-shing's CK Hutchison Holdings is expected to gain over 19billionfromthesaleofitsportbusiness,whichincludes43ports[1]−TheHongKonggovernmentandpublicfigureshaveurgedCKHutchisontoreconsiderthesale,fearingitmayleadtogreatereconomicvulnerabilityforChina[2]−Followingtheannouncement,CKHutchison′sstockpricehasdroppedsignificantly,withamarketvaluelossexceedingHKD32.3billion,approximately161.5 million on Chinese vessels entering US ports, which may disrupt coal exports and lead to increased costs for American companies [3] - The unintended consequences of the service fee could result in a 35% increase in coal transportation costs, potentially leading to inventory buildup and layoffs in the coal industry [3]