加快建设巴蜀特色国际消费目的地！四川离境退税商店超600户，“即买即退”商店数量位居全国第三

Core Insights - Sichuan Province is actively enhancing its international consumption environment, with a focus on attracting inbound tourists and optimizing consumer experiences [1][3]. Group 1: Tax Refund and Sales Growth - The number of tax refund shops in Sichuan has exceeded 600, with 180 "immediate refund" shops, ranking third in the country; tax refund sales have increased by 190% [1]. - From January to August this year, the province's tax refund sales and amounts grew by 190% and 210%, respectively [1]. Group 2: Measures to Enhance Consumer Experience - Sichuan has implemented six measures to improve payment convenience for foreign consumers, becoming the second province after Shanghai to introduce such policies [3]. - During the recent "Golden Week" for National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival, inbound tourist numbers increased by 32%, with over 63,000 foreign consumers using Alipay, resulting in more than 270,000 transactions, a daily increase of 160% [3]. Group 3: Quality Consumption Initiatives - The China (Sichuan) International Panda Consumption Festival has become a significant consumption promotion platform in Western China, with various seasonal consumption activities planned to stimulate ongoing consumer interest [4]. - The festival this year focused on the theme "Shopping in China," highlighting international, quality, and green elements, featuring 12 influential events for consumers, including international beer festivals and panda-themed tours [4]. Group 4: Innovative Consumption Scenarios - Sichuan is implementing a five-year plan for cultivating new consumption scenarios, which has attracted 27 million visitors and generated over 22 billion yuan in consumption [5]. - Notable consumption scenarios like Zhang Gongqiao Food Street and Li Zhuang Ancient Town have seen peak daily visitor numbers exceeding 40,000 during holidays [5]. - Chengdu's innovative projects have been recognized as typical cases of new consumption scenarios, showcasing Sichuan's efforts in creating unique consumer experiences [5].