Group 1 - China will implement a 100% zero-tariff policy on products from 53 African countries, excluding Eswatini, as part of its economic partnership agreements [1] - This policy is an upgrade of China's trade preferences for African nations, aiming to enhance their export competitiveness and long-term economic development [3] - The zero-tariff policy is expected to facilitate the entry of high-quality African products into the Chinese market, promoting trade diversification for African countries [1][3] Group 2 - As of March this year, China's imports from the least developed African countries reached $21.42 billion, a year-on-year increase of 15.2% [3] - The zero-tariff policy includes major African economies such as Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria, indicating a broadening of trade relations [3] - The agricultural trade between China and Africa has seen significant growth, with imports of coffee and cocoa beans from Africa increasing by 70.4% and 56.8% respectively in the first quarter [5] Group 3 - The total agricultural trade between China and Africa is projected to exceed 70 billion yuan in 2024, with imports from Africa reaching 15.83 billion yuan in the first five months of this year [5] - Over 20 African countries have introduced Chinese hybrid rice cultivation, addressing local food security challenges [6][7] - China's infrastructure investments in Africa, including roads and railways, have significantly contributed to the modernization of agricultural supply chains [7]
从33国到53国全覆盖,“100%税目产品零关税”助力非洲优质商品入华
Di Yi Cai Jing·2025-06-12 06:09