During the 114th WTO Agriculture Committee meeting (Nov 24-26), China held a seminar on "Promoting Sustainable Development of Agriculture and Trade" to share its experience, which was highly praised. The seminar discussed digital agriculture, global food security, etc., with delegates recognizing China's experience as valuable for developing countries.

On November 27, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce stated serious concerns about some contents of the "Malaysia US reciprocal trade agreement". On November 25, relevant departments of both sides held bilateral communication in Beijing. China hopes Malaysia handles it properly for its long-term interests; Malaysia explained concerns and values China-Malaysia partnership.

On November 13th, a mainland man Liu was caught by Gongbei Customs at Gongbei Port for smuggling 54 old mobile phones hidden on his body. Customs reminds that hiding goods to evade supervision is smuggling, which may lead to criminal liability if serious.

Fujian's trade with Africa grew 18.78% YoY to 79.772 billion yuan in the first three quarters, with electromechanical products leading exports and metal ores leading imports. Private enterprises are the main force, and trade partners are expanding.

Qingdao Customs’ "Digital Customs Officer" integrates AI to automate document review, risk assessment, and FTA benefit reminders, reducing clearance time, increasing enterprise exports/profits, and shifting supervision to data-driven, supporting foreign trade high-quality development.

Four TIR transport vehicles cleared Jiaozhou Customs (Qingdao) and will reach Moscow via Manzhouli in about 8 days. TIR’s advantages (flexible, cost-effective, door-to-door) are recognized. SCO demonstration zone leads national TIR shipment volume (374 vehicles Jan-Oct) with multiple routes. Customs optimizes supervision and explores new TIR functions.

Recently, Anhui Ruichen Plant Protection prepared a batch of 2% emamectin emulsion for export to Myanmar. As a leading biochemical pesticide enterprise, its export accounts for over 90% of revenue. Bengbu Customs provided facilitation (immediate inspection, 24-hour clearance) to ease warehousing pressure. Its Jan-Oct pesticide export reached 28,000 tons (500 million yuan), while Bengbu Customs supervised 6,018 dangerous goods batches (up 9.5% YoY).

Anhui Haoyuan Chemical Group passed AEO certification, becoming Fuyang's 5th and Anhui's 131st AEO enterprise. AEO enterprises enjoy preferential customs measures, reducing trade costs. Fuyang Customs provided one-on-one guidance. The company expects annual export cost reduction of ~1.6 million yuan, enhancing competitiveness. Hefei Customs promotes more enterprises to join AEO for Anhui's foreign trade development.

Chinese Christmas supplies export booms during overseas holiday season. Customs optimize clearance, assist with IP protection, brand building, and expanding emerging markets (Southeast Asia, BRI) to ensure timely delivery and boost enterprise competitiveness.

Italian jewelry brand Vitifa brings 444 pieces (over €1.03m) to 8th CIIE via Shanghai Customs' innovative Import Expo Direct Train model. Goods from Donghao Lansheng bonded warehouse in Huangpu reach venue in 35 mins (fastest), with customs simplifying procedures by over 50%.

On November 1, 8th CIIE cultural relics and art exhibits departed Shanghai Waigaoqiao Bonded Zone for the National Exhibition Center. Shanghai Customs uses "authentication traceability" tech, in-process supervision, and intelligent devices to ensure safe entry. 49 global artworks (including Jia Aili, Zhang Enli) will be showcased, with customs offering personalized plans and green channels.

From Nov 17 to 20, Zhao Zenglian, Deputy Director General of the General Administration of Customs, led a delegation to visit Hong Kong, exchanging with relevant departments on smart customs, convenient clearance, smuggling combat, agricultural and food trade, and researching related bases.

Zhangmu Port in Xizang sees growing foreign tourists due to Belt and Road, visa-free policies. Nyalam Customs optimizes clearance (one-on-one guidance, "report and review") for self-driving vehicles. Jan-Oct: 18700 tourists (62x YoY); future plans to improve service efficiency.

On Nov 25 afternoon, Zhao Zenglian (Deputy DG of China Customs) met Italian Health Minister Orazio Schirachi. They discussed China-Italy agricultural/food safety & health quarantine cooperation mechanism and expanding two-way trade. Italian Ambassador to China Ambrose attended.

On November 24, 2025, Thailand’s Anti Dumping Subcommittee ruled positively on Chinese-origin aluminum extruded materials, imposing anti-dumping duties (5.12%-21.94% of CIF) for 5 years; some manufacturers are exempt, effective post-publication.

On Nov 26, 2025, Türkiye's Ministry of Trade issued Announcement 2025/38 initiating anti-dumping investigation on Chinese angiographic & PTCA balloon catheters. Dumping period: Jul 1,2024-Jun30,2025; injury period: Jan1,2022-Jun30,2025. Tax number:9018.39.00.00.29. Stakeholders submit questionnaires within 37 days.

Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng delivered a keynote speech via video at the 2025 Guling Forum on Nov 25, emphasizing China-US pursuit of friendship, Guling story's vitality, great power responsibilities, and cooperation on global issues including upcoming APEC and G20 events.

CCTV Finance News reported China's first three quarters outward direct investment reached 923.68b yuan (up 4.4% YoY), ranking 3rd globally, covering 151 countries. SCMP noted investment demand may drive renminbi internationalization, with government measures to relax cross-border flows. 2024 cross-border RMB settlement saw capital account (74.6% of total) as the largest proportion.

This article introduces China-ASEAN agricultural and food trade development, including Chongqing's efficient clearance of Thai pomelos via green channel, Shuangfu Trade City's ASEAN fruit imports, Dejia's canned exports to Singapore, and the role of China-ASEAN SPS cooperation in boosting trade.