零关税，让更多非洲产品丰富中国市场（经济聚焦）

Group 1: Trade Policy Impact - From December 1, 2024, China will implement a zero tariff policy on 100% of products from the least developed countries that have diplomatic relations with China, aiming to enhance mutual development [6] - The zero tariff policy is expected to boost trade vitality between China and Africa, particularly benefiting African industries and enriching consumer choices in China [6] Group 2: Coffee Industry Growth - Ethiopia's coffee exports to China have been growing at an annual rate of 27%, with over 34,000 tons exported in the 2024/2025 fiscal year, generating over $218 million in revenue [7] - The zero tariff policy has significantly increased the competitiveness of Ethiopian coffee in the Chinese market, leading to a substantial rise in export volumes [7][8] - Ethiopian coffee producers plan to increase production to meet the growing demand from China, driven by the favorable tariff conditions [7] Group 3: Sesame Supply Chain Efficiency - Sesame, as Africa's largest agricultural export to China, is being imported more efficiently through direct sourcing channels, enhancing the supply chain from Mozambique to China [9] - The company has expanded its direct sourcing network, importing 1,120 tons of white sesame from Niger, with the first batch arriving in May [9][10] - Efficient logistics and a paperless customs process have streamlined the importation of sesame, reducing costs and improving delivery times [10] Group 4: Rubber Import and Production - The implementation of the zero tariff policy has allowed companies like Triangle Tire to import natural rubber from Liberia without tariffs, saving approximately 300,000 yuan [11] - The reduction in tariff costs enables companies to invest more in R&D, leading to the development of new tire products suitable for electric vehicles and extreme conditions [12] - In the first ten months of the year, Shandong province's imports from Africa reached 87.645 billion yuan, a 50.3% increase year-on-year, with natural and synthetic rubber imports also seeing significant growth [12]