Foreign Trade Updates
Zigong lanterns (from Zigong, China) have entered 81 cities in 18 countries. Zigong Customs supports their global growth via IP protection, logistics optimization (rail-sea intermodal), "one enterprise one policy" services. By 2025, they hold over 80% foreign market share, annual output >6B yuan, driving 100k+ jobs.
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On Feb 4, the Niuean container ship "Boda 89/MERATUS CIANJUR" built by Ningbo Boda Shipbuilding set sail from Shipu Port for export after joint inspection by customs etc., marking Shipu Port's official entry into international shipping. Xiangshan Customs innovated guarantee measures to reduce enterprise costs; Xiangshan's 2025 export commodity ship trade hit 1.68 billion yuan (up 32.9% YoY). Shipu Port will develop cold chain logistics etc.
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Fangcheng Customs supervised bonded mixed ore storage; 2025 Fangchenggang Bonded Logistics Center (Type B) led nationwide in bonded mixed ore quantity/value. The business benefits smelters, while customs optimized supervision (Beidou, 24h clearance) to boost efficiency. Future reforms will support strategic mineral resources stability.
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On Jan 27, 2026, the General Administration of Customs launched a multimodal transport supervision pilot; Qinzhou Port (Western Land Sea New Channel) was the first to implement it, using the "one order system" to improve efficiency, reduce logistics costs, serve the dual circulation, and connect with the Hainan Free Trade Port.
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On January 27th, Beihai Customs supervised Guangxi Wolong in Beihai Comprehensive Bonded Zone to complete the bonded mixing pilot of over 9700 tons of imported copper concentrate. The business enhances supply chain capabilities, with customs optimizing supervision to support local development.
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Jiangmen Customs launched paperless tax late fee reduction application. Jiangmen Annot Co. first applied online via "single window", achieving automatic reduction. This enhances enterprise convenience; the system covers all customs sites, with future promotion plans.
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In 2025, national customs cracked down on illegal import/export of infringing goods, seizing 38,000 batches and 75.75 million suspected items, approved 27,559 IP customs protection registrations, and launched special actions like "Longteng 2025" to strengthen IP protection.
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In 2025, Zhejiang’s import/export with APEC economies hit 2.7 trillion yuan (2.4% YoY growth, historical high). AEO certification benefits local enterprises; mechanical/electrical products are key exports, private enterprises account for 79.2% of total trade.
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On Feb 5th, the first batch of Guangdong Macao "one order two reports" general trade import goods (electronic spare parts) was transported via Hong Kong Zhuhai Macau Bridge, marking full import-export coverage of the function. The new feature simplifies declaration by one-time data entry, reducing clearance time and costs.
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The first batch of Henan walnut oil from Lushi County was shipped to Auckland, New Zealand. Sanmenxia Customs assisted enterprises with export qualifications, logistics and overseas channels, boosting local agricultural products' international access, with Lushi's agricultural exports reaching 1.12 billion yuan in 2025 (up 87% YoY).
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2025年中国进口规模达18.5万亿,连续17年为世界第二大进口市场;商务部将举办超百场“出口中国”系列活动,推进非洲零关税、自贸协定等,办好进博会,促进进口与投资消费互动。
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The 2026 National Conference on Service Consumption and Service Trade was held in Beijing on February 4-5, 2026. Vice Minister of Commerce Yan Dong attended and delivered a report. The meeting emphasized consumption structure transformation, service trade development, and proposed measures for high-quality development during the 15th Five-Year Plan.
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