商务部9月18日召开例行新闻发布会

Group 1: Trade and Economic Measures - The 138th Canton Fair will implement more extensive support measures for foreign trade enterprises, including a significant reduction in booth fees for all participating companies, with over 5,000 companies benefiting for the first time [3] - The fair will feature over 31,000 participating companies, marking a new high in attendance [3] - The measures include a 50% reduction in booth fees for offline exhibitions and additional discounts for online platforms, aimed at helping export companies expand into international markets [3] Group 2: International Trade Relations - China is responding to the EU's anti-dumping investigation into pork products, emphasizing that the investigation was initiated based on domestic industry applications and conducted in accordance with Chinese laws and WTO rules [5] - In contrast, the EU has initiated seven anti-dumping investigations against China this year, accounting for nearly 40% of its total investigations, affecting approximately $3.5 billion in Chinese exports [5] - China has maintained a cautious approach to trade remedy measures, having only made decisions in three cases this year, while the EU has 95 ongoing trade remedy measures against China, impacting around $39.3 billion in exports [5] Group 3: Sustainability and Global Governance - The WTO's Fisheries Subsidies Agreement, which came into effect on September 15, is a significant milestone for global fisheries governance and multilateral trade, aimed at promoting sustainable development [14] - The agreement establishes binding multilateral disciplines on subsidies, requiring members to enhance transparency in fisheries management and improve sustainable resource assessment capabilities [14] - China, as a major global fishing nation, has committed to fulfilling its obligations under the agreement and actively participating in global fisheries governance [15] Group 4: Electric Vehicle Industry - China welcomes the EU's announcement of a €20,000 ID.1 electric vehicle, aligning with market demands for diverse, advanced, and affordable products [11] - The Chinese electric vehicle industry is recognized for driving innovation and competitiveness, contributing to global efforts in addressing climate change [11] - China advocates for fair competition and opposes protectionist measures that hinder market access, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in the electric vehicle sector [12]