This is a father's letter to Yu Xuelan, a Zhanjiang Customs officer, recounting her growth (law major → Party member → customs officer), referencing Su Dongpo and Han Yu, advising on integrity, serving the people, and staying true to her original intentions, wishing her peace and safety.

Recently, over 40 tons of recycled copper raw materials (valued ~3.5 million yuan) were imported into Jiangxi's Yingtan bonded warehouse for the first time, marking China Resources Recycling's first international trade business here. Yingtan Customs assisted with policy guidance and ~450k yuan tax deferral, solving storage issues. Yingtan Port is a national smart inspection pilot, with future plans to boost Jiangxi's non-ferrous metal industry.

Fujian's instant/fast-cooked noodles have outstanding international export performance this year. Xiamen Customs data shows Jan-Oct exports reached 319 million yuan (up 0.32%), with Europe as main market (212 million yuan). Private enterprises dominate (80% share, up 4.91%). Xiamen Ruifeng Noodle (50+ years export experience) expects annual exports over 70 million yuan. Xiamen Customs offers "one-on-one" services to support exports.

A "silver haired train" carrying elderly supplies set off from Guangzhou's Zengcheng West Station via Huangpu Customs, heading to Europe in 15 days. Domestic elderly friendly products are popular internationally; China Europe freight trains offer advantages over sea/air freight. Zengcheng Customs supports exports with dedicated services, and exports reached 10.5 million yuan Jan-Nov this year.

On December 24, 2025, a freight train loaded with flowers and vegetable seeds departed for Europe via the Western Land Sea New Corridor. Jiuquan Customs optimized services (7×24h inspection, cloud issuance etc.) to ensure smooth shipment, boosting Gansu seed products' international competitiveness and BRI agricultural cooperation.

On December 26th, the Chinese Embassy in Mexico expressed strong dissatisfaction and resolute opposition to Navarro's malicious attacks on Chinese exports and incitement of trade confrontation. It criticized his politicization of economic issues, advocated equal dialogue, opposed unilateralism, and called on him to reflect on mistakes.

Recently, Chizhou Port completed the first shipment using the new inland waterway freight deduction model via third-party intermediaries, reducing taxes (17160 yuan for this 100 TEUs copper ore shipment) and speeding up customs clearance. Chizhou Customs promoted this model, expected to cut annual taxes by ~500k yuan for local import enterprises, and will optimize it further.

Shenzhen Customs introduced the "New 18 Measures" (refined into 40 measures) to support Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Cooperation Zone's opening up, logistics efficiency, and cross-border trade. Qianhai's Jan-Nov 2024 import/export hit 674.02B yuan (+5.3% YoY), with highlights like sea-air integration and tech-enabled customs clearance.

On Dec 21, Shenzhen's Huanggang Port (China's first 24-hour customs clearance highway port, 36 years old) closed its cross-border freight channel. Diversion to other ports was orderly, with Shenzhen Customs' advance preparations ensuring smooth transition for enterprises and drivers, boosting logistics efficiency.

Chongqing Customs helps local agricultural and food products achieve export growth and high-quality development, leveraging archives to support rural revitalization. Exports have risen steadily, with types expanding from 5 (2021) to over 30 now, driving farmers' income and agricultural efficiency.

Yantai Customs optimizes cross-border mail clearance via a one-stop platform, green channel for urgent meds (e.g., Ms. Huang’s case), and AI-powered "Postal D Assistant" (7×24 support). Targets 95% online clearance by 2025, offering efficient, warm services.

Gu Jianfeng from Ningbo Customs has worked at plant quarantine for 30 years, intercepting nematodes, naming new species, developing an intelligent recognition system, winning tech awards, training talents, and guarding national biosecurity.

Zhengzhou Customs issued Henan's first Entry Goods Inspection and Quarantine Certificate via automatic system review, advancing smart visa reform. For frozen Atlantic salmon, it enables second-level issuance, online download, cutting clearance time from 1-2 days to seconds, reducing costs and ensuring freshness.

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.