商务部：落实外企国民待遇 扩大增值电信等领域开放试点

Core Insights - The Ministry of Commerce reported positive trends in foreign trade and investment, with a 14.1% year-on-year increase in newly established foreign-invested enterprises from January to July, and a total import and export value of 25.7 trillion yuan, reflecting a 3.5% growth year-on-year [1][4][7]. Group 1: Foreign Investment Trends - The upcoming 25th China International Investment and Trade Fair (CIFTIS) will take place from September 8 to 11 in Xiamen, focusing on "Investing in China" and featuring over 12,000 square meters of exhibition space [2]. - Nearly 100 multinational companies and international investment institutions have confirmed their participation in the CIFTIS, indicating China's strong potential for attracting foreign investment despite global economic challenges [3][4]. - The actual use of foreign capital in high-tech industries reached 137.36 billion yuan, with significant growth in e-commerce services (146.8%), aerospace manufacturing (42.2%), and pharmaceutical manufacturing (37.4%) [4]. Group 2: Policy and Regulatory Environment - The Ministry of Commerce has implemented 20 measures to stabilize foreign investment, including the removal of restrictions on foreign investment in the manufacturing sector and the expansion of pilot programs in nine cities [5][6]. - The government aims to create a market-oriented, law-based, and international business environment, ensuring fair treatment for foreign enterprises in areas such as government procurement and bidding [6]. - Continuous efforts are being made to address the challenges faced by foreign enterprises, with over 1,500 issues resolved through roundtable meetings organized by the Ministry of Commerce [5][6]. Group 3: Trade Performance - Shanghai's import and export total reached 397.24 billion yuan in July, marking a 9.5% year-on-year increase, with exports hitting a record high for the month [7]. - The trade volume between China and the Arab League reached 1.72 trillion yuan in the first seven months of the year, a historical high, with exports continuing to grow for 21 consecutive months [8]. - The overall trade environment remains stable, with policies and diverse cooperation contributing to a steady growth trajectory in foreign trade [9][10].