“世界超市”第六次升级，如何为中国外贸探路？

Core Viewpoint - Yiwu is emerging as a significant player in Zhejiang's high-level opening-up strategy, with the launch of the Global Digital Trade Center marking a new phase in its development as a global trade hub [1][12]. Group 1: Economic Performance - Yiwu's GDP is expected to grow by over 7.5% in the first three quarters of the year, with foreign trade exports reaching 554 billion yuan, a growth of 25.7%, surpassing 25 other provinces in China [1][12]. - In the first half of the year, Yiwu's total import and export value reached 405.83 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 25.0%, contributing 17.3% to Zhejiang's total exports [12][16]. Group 2: Market Development - The Global Digital Trade Center, which opened recently, represents a significant upgrade from the previous International Trade City, featuring advanced digital infrastructure and a focus on cross-border e-commerce [2][4]. - The center has a total area of 1.25 million square meters, with a market area of 410,000 square meters, significantly smaller than the previous market but designed to enhance efficiency through digital tools [6][9]. Group 3: Digital Transformation - The integration of AI and digital technologies in the Global Digital Trade Center aims to transform the traditional trade model, enhancing the efficiency of the supply chain and creating a new ecosystem that includes information flow, logistics, and capital flow [4][5]. - Yiwu is actively promoting a digital trade ecosystem, including initiatives like "one-click store opening" and the development of an AI model for small commodities [10][11]. Group 4: Strategic Collaborations - Yiwu's development is part of a broader strategy in Zhejiang, which includes collaborations with other cities like Ningbo and Hangzhou to enhance trade efficiency and open new markets [15][16]. - The integration of Yiwu's international land port with Ningbo's maritime resources has improved customs efficiency and reduced costs for businesses [15][16].