商务部：继续推动中国外贸实现稳量提质

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce emphasizes the resilience and vitality of China's foreign trade amidst rising protectionism and unilateralism, highlighting the importance of strong leadership and cooperation among various sectors [1]. Group 1: Trade Performance - In the first eight months of the year, China's total import and export volume reached 29.6 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.5%, with exports maintaining positive growth for six consecutive months [2]. - The structure of foreign trade continues to optimize, with mechanical and electrical products accounting for over 60% of total exports, and high-tech products like integrated circuits and industrial robots showing significant growth [2]. - Private enterprises' import and export volume increased by 7.4%, representing 57.1% of the overall trade, indicating strong adaptability and innovation capabilities [2]. Group 2: Trade Diversification - In the first eight months, trade with Belt and Road Initiative countries grew by 5.4%, accounting for 51.7% of total trade, while trade with ASEAN, Africa, and Latin America increased by 9.7%, 16.6%, and 2.3% respectively [3]. - China has signed 23 free trade agreements with 30 countries and regions, significantly reducing trade costs among partners and enhancing cooperation [3]. - The country is expanding unilateral openness by implementing 100% zero-tariff measures on 53 African countries, allowing more trade partners to benefit from China's large market opportunities [3]. Group 3: Canton Fair Highlights - The current Canton Fair features over 10,000 high-quality enterprises recognized for innovation, setting a historical record [4]. - The fair showcases over 1 million new products developed in the past year, with nearly 110 million products having independent intellectual property rights [4]. - The fair promotes smart development with 175 product zones, including 18 dedicated to smart products, and introduces a new smart medical area featuring innovative medical technologies [4]. - Emphasizing green development, the fair includes 305 new energy exhibitors, a 3% increase from the previous session, with 38.4% of participating companies adopting green production technologies [4].