海关总署：跨境贸易便利化助企业赢先机

Core Viewpoint - The State Council's press conference highlighted the achievements of the General Administration of Customs in safeguarding national security and promoting high-quality development during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, emphasizing the significant growth in import and export volumes and the implementation of advanced customs processes [1][2]. Group 1: Customs Achievements - Since the beginning of the "14th Five-Year Plan," customs have regulated an average of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods annually, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally [1]. - In 2024, China's total goods trade is projected to reach 43.8 trillion yuan, maintaining its position as the world's largest trader for eight consecutive years [1]. - From January to July this year, imports and exports grew by 3.5% year-on-year, with exports increasing by 7.3%, showcasing the resilience and vitality of China's foreign trade [1]. Group 2: Trade Facilitation Measures - The customs authority has implemented a 7×24 hour appointment system for customs clearance, significantly simplifying the process and reducing redundant handling [2]. - A total of 108 reform and innovation measures have been introduced to create a more convenient, safe, and predictable trade environment, with positive feedback from enterprises [2]. - The World Bank's survey indicated that China's customs and trade regulations received the highest ratings among 53 economies [2]. Group 3: Regulatory Innovations - The "One Port Link" regulatory model in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has reduced cargo transfer times from 5-7 days to 2-3 days [3]. - The establishment of a "green channel" for agricultural imports allows fresh fruits from neighboring countries to reach major markets like Guangzhou and Beijing within 7 to 30 hours [3]. - The customs authority has expanded the directory of bonded repair products, with a reported 8.7% growth in bonded repair business imports and exports from January to July [3]. Group 4: Special Customs Supervision Areas - Special customs supervision areas have contributed nearly one-fifth of the national import and export total, with 19 new areas added during the "14th Five-Year Plan," bringing the total to 174 [6]. - These areas serve as platforms for cross-border industry, attracting high-tech international manufacturers and boosting local economies [6][7]. - The special supervision areas have facilitated rapid foreign trade growth in inland provinces, with their import and export values accounting for over half of local foreign trade [7]. Group 5: Future Directions - The customs authority aims to continue enhancing the market-oriented, legal, and international business environment at ports to support high-quality development and high-level openness [4]. - Future efforts will focus on diversifying functions, upgrading industries, facilitating trade, and improving management collaboration within special customs supervision areas [7].