系列促进服务出口、扩大服务消费政策将出！商务部最新发声

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government is set to introduce a series of policies aimed at promoting service exports and expanding service consumption, highlighting the significant growth potential in these areas for domestic demand and international trade [1][5]. Service Trade Growth - In the first half of the year, China's total service trade reached 3.9 trillion yuan, marking an 8% year-on-year increase, which is 5.1 percentage points faster than the growth rate of goods trade [3]. - Service exports amounted to 1.7 trillion yuan, growing by 15%, with service exports accounting for 11.5% of total exports, an increase of 0.7 percentage points from the previous year [3]. - The rapid growth in service exports is primarily driven by traditional sectors such as transportation and travel, with transportation services exporting 418.5 billion yuan (up 23.9%) and travel services exporting 174.87 billion yuan (up 68.7%) [3]. Policy Measures - The Ministry of Commerce plans to introduce new policies covering fiscal, financial, and regulatory aspects to further support service exports [5][7]. - Specific measures include enhancing support for key service export sectors, improving tax refund processes, and facilitating international market expansion for enterprises [10][11]. Service Consumption Expansion - Service consumption is recognized as a crucial component for expanding international trade and boosting domestic demand [9]. - The Ministry of Commerce aims to enhance service supply by focusing on high-quality services and expanding areas such as health, elderly care, and domestic services [12]. Upcoming Events - The China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is scheduled for September 10-14, featuring nearly 2,000 exhibitors, including around 500 Fortune 500 companies [14]. - The event will showcase over 190 new products and innovations, emphasizing high-quality service supply and promoting commercial value [14][15].