投资贸易便利化升级，上海自贸区条例11年来首次大修

Core Viewpoint - The first major revision of the "Shanghai Free Trade Zone Regulations" has been approved, set to take effect on September 29, 2025, reflecting significant changes in the operational environment and management system of the free trade zone over the past decade [1][2]. Group 1: Investment and Trade Facilitation - The revised regulations solidify existing practices such as the negative list for foreign investment, customs facilitation, and the "single window" for international trade, while also introducing new measures for emerging trade formats and cross-border digital trade [4]. - Future plans include broader foreign investment access, pilot programs for advanced telecommunications, and support for foreign investment in healthcare and vocational training sectors [4]. - The regulations aim to enhance the management of bonded maintenance services for high-tech equipment and promote the use of various fuels in international shipping [4]. Group 2: Financial and Data Flow - The regulations emphasize the development of financial infrastructure and the expansion of cross-border financial services, including support for technology, green, and digital finance [5]. - A mechanism for data security compliance and cross-border data flow is established, promoting high-quality data utilization and international cooperation in the digital economy [5][6]. - Plans to create an international data economic industrial park and enhance data processing capabilities are outlined [6]. Group 3: Innovation and Talent Development - The regulations promote the aggregation of innovative elements, support for cross-border technology transactions, and the development of key industries such as biomedicine and artificial intelligence [7]. - New policies for attracting foreign talent include streamlined visa processes and support for research institutions [8]. - The focus on integrated innovation in key industries aims to enhance Shanghai's position in emerging sectors like integrated circuits and advanced manufacturing [7].