Foreign Trade Updates
Recently, Beijing Customs at Capital International Airport found 79.13kg undeclared cannabis in 4 checked bags of two foreign transit passengers. THC, CBD and cannabinol were detected. The case was transferred to customs anti-smuggling department. Customs reminded drug smuggling is criminally liable per PRC Criminal Law.
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Rizhao's foreign trade enterprises (Zhongda Sports, Asia Pacific Senbo) are active in production/exports in early 2026. Customs offers policy support and optimizes clearance. It also covers 2025 trade data and 2026 plans (e.g., Zhongda's online migration, export doubling).
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Since last September, Qingdao Jiaodong Airport Customs launched the "Double Pre Inspection" mode, cutting clearance time to under 8 sec, handling over 550k passengers in 4 months. Tech integration enhances efficiency and supervision precision, improving passenger experience; future plans include expanding scenarios for smarter port services.
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According to Jining Customs (subsidiary of Qingdao Customs) 2025 data: over 70 Jining import enterprises used China's FTA preferential policies, importing 1.5b yuan with 120m yuan tariff reduction; customs issued 42640 FTA origin certificates (visa amount 17.63b yuan, up 15.7%/9.9% YoY) for exports, helping 833m yuan foreign tariff reduction; future plans include smart customs, targeted FTA policy services.
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30000 tons of potassium chloride imported via Caofeidian Port (Hebei) under Caofeidian Customs supervision, first this year, to enter agricultural market for spring farming. Customs took measures like green channel, policy support for efficient clearance to ensure food security.
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Anhui Hongye Group’s bamboo products are exported to over 110 countries. Chizhou and Luzhou Customs support enterprises via origin certificates (China-Korea/Australia FTA), green channels, and optimized services (self-service printing, intelligent verification), helping reduce tariffs and enjoy policy dividends.
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Chinese ports are optimizing routes, enhancing efficiency through smart technologies and automation, boosting foreign trade, and integrating with local industries to drive economic development.
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Meishan Customs under Ningbo Customs found 69960 undeclared "Manchester" brand cigarettes hidden in exported stainless steel stools and mirrors. The act violates China's Tobacco Monopoly Law, and the shipment has been handed over to the customs anti-smuggling department for further processing.
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On Jan 8, 2026, Ningbo Zhoushan Port opened its first 2026 foreign trade route—KANGAROO route, operated by Mediterranean Shipping Company, connecting Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo with Brisbane and Sydney in Australia. Carrying 2000 TEUs of goods, it improves transport efficiency with Ningbo Customs' support, helping enterprises expand Australian market.
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On Jan13, 2026, flight FM898 from Budapest landed at Ningbo Lishe Airport (4th direct Hungary-Ningbo flight this year). High occupancy (>80% peak, >50% foreigners) shows visa-free benefits and China-Europe trade warming. Ningbo attracts foreign business/tourists, with strong CEE trade ties and efficient clearance.
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In 2025, Ningbo Zhoushan Port's bonded biofuel oil refueling for ships exceeded 60,000 tons for the first time, ranking first among Chinese ports. It has built a green energy supply system and is constructing an international clean energy refueling center, with Ningbo Customs supporting its development.
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Ningbo Lishe International Airport hit a six-year high in 2025 cross-border passenger traffic (1.071 million, +21.6% YoY). It expanded 19 international routes, with efficient customs clearance. Customs processed 5.43 million yuan in VAT refunds (tripled YoY), fueled by tourism growth.
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