绿色外债试点政策在广东正式进入实施阶段

Core Points - The implementation of the green foreign debt pilot policy in Guangdong Province has officially begun, with the successful registration of a $1 million foreign debt for a waterproof coating company [1] - The policy encourages non-financial enterprises to borrow funds from non-residents for green or low-carbon projects, thereby expanding the cross-border financing scale for such projects [1] - The pilot policy allows these projects to occupy less of the enterprise's overall cross-border financing risk-weighted balance, facilitating higher financing limits for green development [1] - The registration process for related foreign debts is streamlined through direct handling by banks, enhancing the convenience of green foreign debt transactions [1] - The waterproof coating company is a well-known listed enterprise in Shunde, with multiple products certified as green building materials [1] - The Agricultural Bank of China Shunde Branch provided proactive support by interpreting policies and establishing a dedicated "green channel" to improve approval efficiency [1] Company Insights - The company expressed satisfaction with the smooth and efficient process of handling green foreign debt, which allows for increased foreign debt limits while reducing financing costs [2] - The support from the foreign exchange administration and the Agricultural Bank of China was crucial in completing the green foreign debt registration [2]