应对关税大战不妨把消费主场搬到中国来

Group 1 - The recent "May Day" holiday saw a significant increase in both domestic and foreign tourists in China, particularly in Shanghai, where inbound consumption reached 455 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 211.6% [1] - The "immediate tax refund" policy for foreign tourists has been expanded, with Shanghai and other pilot regions experiencing a 22-fold increase in tax refund scale compared to the previous year, significantly outpacing the national growth rate of 18 times [1] - The majority of domestic tax refund rates are at 11%, which is highly competitive compared to the fluctuating rates in EU countries, further encouraging foreign tourists to shop in China [1] Group 2 - There has been a notable shift in consumer behavior, with foreign tourists increasingly finding that purchasing goods in China is more cost-effective than buying them abroad, leading to a rise in "reverse purchasing" phenomena [2] - The increase in foreign visitors to China is attributed to the high quality and affordability of Chinese products, prompting many to engage in shopping sprees during their visits [2] - The U.S. tariffs on imports have made Chinese goods more appealing to American consumers, who find it cheaper to buy products in China even after accounting for travel costs, indicating a strong demand for Chinese manufacturing [3] Group 3 - The influx of foreign consumers presents an opportunity for Chinese businesses to expand their international market presence by catering to the preferences of these consumers [3] - The goal for China is to not only be the "world's factory" but also to become a leading global destination for consumer tourism, encouraging international visitors to shop in China and promote Chinese products abroad [3]