Guangzhou Post Office Customs seized 3055 grams of methamphetamine hidden in an inbound mail declared as "Baby Disinfector". The drug was found in a sterilizer, and smuggling drugs is criminally liable under Chinese laws.

Jiangsu enterprises seize opportunities to boost ice and snow products export; multiple firms (e.g., Kunshan Guanhui, Wujiang Tutec) see high demand/orders, with customs providing convenience (guidance, fast origin certificates, dual-channel clearance) to support trade.

China's coffee industry is booming. Yunnan (Baoshan) coffee exports reached 840 million yuan Jan-Nov (1st in China). Tengchong Customs assisted with quality control, boosting exports to 11 countries (Vietnam, Malaysia etc.); deep processed coffee products achieved export zero breakthrough.

On Dec 23, the first batch of Guangdong private cars entered Hong Kong via the Hong Kong Zhuhai Macao Bridge port smoothly using the one-stop system, marking a new stage of Guangdong-Hong Kong two-way direct traffic. The policy optimizes clearance, bringing convenience to users like Mr. Peng and promoting Greater Bay Area integration.

Guangzhou Port's Lantau Anchorage enters normal operation post-official acceptance. Its first export (key equipment for West African port projects) was supervised by Huangpu Old Port Customs, supporting the Belt and Road Initiative and enhancing port functions.

Hainan Free Trade Port completed its first week of island-wide customs closure. Haikou Customs supervised over 400 million yuan in zero-tariff goods, 20 million yuan in duty-free processing, added 1972 new foreign trade enterprises, and offshore duty-free shopping hit 1.1 billion yuan. The first 7th freedom air route also operated.

On December 23, 832kg fresh avocados from Yunnan’s Longling (Baoshan) were exported to Malaysia via land-air transport after Tengchong Customs verification. Yunnan has over 5000 acres avocado bases, forming an industrial system. Customs provides advanced services to ensure quality and smooth export, helping expand overseas markets.

Recently, Dandong Yuanyi Marine Products Co., Ltd. (with AEO advanced certification) enjoys priority customs services, cutting clearance time to 45 mins (70% efficiency up). Dandong's aquatic industry (over 230 processors, 120 traders) exports to 50+ regions. Customs' "Certification Cultivation Pool" helps enterprises get AEO, boosting export value 4.5% YoY to 3.08b yuan (Jan-Nov).

On December 23rd, Hangzhou Comprehensive Bonded Zone (Airport Area) passed acceptance inspection, meeting closed operation conditions. Approved by the State Council in September 2025 as an expansion, it integrates with Xiaoshan Airport. Supported by Hangzhou Customs, it will enhance Hangzhou Airport's capabilities and develop high-value trades like bonded R&D and cross-border e-commerce.

The article covers China's foreign trade: 2025 achievements (quality/efficiency improvement, structural optimization, policy support) and 2026 outlook (innovative development, digital/green trade, building a strong trading nation).

China and South Korea's heads of state held in-depth exchanges, reaching important consensuses to promote their stable strategic partnership. Both sides will strengthen cooperation, dialogue, cultural exchanges and multilateralism to benefit their peoples and the world.

The 2025 Edition of the Catalogue of Industries Encouraged for Foreign Investment, approved by the State Council and issued by NDRC & MOFCOM, takes effect Feb 1, 2026. It aims to attract foreign investment in advanced manufacturing, modern services, etc., with 205 net new entries. Next steps include policy implementation and business environment improvement.

The article highlights China's market as vital for global enterprises, with rising foreign investment (e.g., 26.1% YoY Nov 2025 growth). Foreign capital targets high-tech sectors (e-commerce, medical equipment). Multinationals expand in emerging fields, drawn by China's open ecosystem, industrial system, and innovation. China's high-quality development offers broader foreign investment opportunities.

The article discusses the innovation and development of digital trade proposed in China's 15th Five-Year Plan, covering its current status (scale growth, sub-sectors), challenges, and four key measures: expanding opening-up, developing new formats, building open platforms, and deepening international cooperation.

Guangzhou Youth Crafts Co., Ltd. produces Christmas wooden ornaments for export, supported by Zengcheng Customs (policy promotion, convenient clearance). Its orders grow 20% YoY, especially in Southeast Asia. Zengcheng Customs supervised 220 million yuan of exported bamboo, wood & grass products (Jan-Oct, +16.5% YoY).

Rizhao Customs exempted a company from penalty for a first-time violation (incorrect wooden packaging declaration) per relevant rules, implementing warm law enforcement to optimize the business environment. It shifts from punishment to balancing regulation and service, helping enterprises improve compliance.

On December 19th, a batch of export LCL small commodities from Shandong cleared customs via the "inspection before shipment" mode at Linyi International Land Port, marking its official implementation in Linyi. This mode solves traditional issues, boosts efficiency, cuts costs, adapts to local foreign trade transformation, and gets positive enterprise feedback.

Recently, 200k tons of imported bauxite were unloaded at Yantai Port, with Qingdao Customs' Yantai office ensuring efficient clearance. Jan-Nov saw 65m tons (33.8% YoY rise) supervised. A LNG project in Xigang District (to operate by July 2026) advances with customs' "one enterprise, one policy" support. Customs will upgrade smart regulatory services for stable supply chains.

Hebei Province officially launched self-service query and printing of customs declaration documents via the China International Trade "Single Window" platform, supported by Shijiazhuang Customs. This optimizes port business environment, cuts enterprise costs, and advances smart customs construction.

Shanghai Customs data shows Jan-Nov this year: 42k vessels at Shanghai Port (up 2.4%), 110k ship supply declarations (up 23.6%). Shanghai Port is China’s first for international ship drug/device supply (47 medical supply ships by Nov vs 6 H1). It’s advancing to comprehensive completion of the international shipping center.