China has slapped fees on U.S. ships for docking at its ports, in retaliation for similar charges imposed by Washington on Chinese ships.

Asia-Pacific markets were set to fall Monday, as investors kept an eye out for any fallout from the renewed China-U.S. trade tensions.

China has slapped fees on U.S. ships for docking at its ports, in retaliation for similar charges imposed by Washington on Chinese ships.

US tariffs also came into effect on imported timber, kitchen cabinets and upholstered furniture.

The Trump administration recently began charging fees for Chinese ships docking at U.S. ports, prompting China to retaliate.

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open higher Wednesday, breaking ranks from Wall Street's declines after U.S. and China traded blows in a renewed trade feud.