破7000亿元，创新高！透过义乌外贸亮眼“成绩单”感知中国活力

Core Viewpoint - Yiwu's foreign trade has shown strong resilience in 2023, with the import and export scale exceeding 700 billion yuan for the first time in history during the first ten months, achieving a growth of 25.2% compared to the same period last year [1][4]. Group 1: Trade Performance - Yiwu's import and export reached 701.19 billion yuan in the first ten months, surpassing the total for the entire year of 2024 [4]. - The growth in trade with emerging markets such as Africa and Latin America was 21.8% and 14% respectively, while trade with ASEAN countries saw an increase of over 50% [4]. Group 2: Market Expansion Initiatives - Yiwu has organized various product exhibitions in ASEAN countries like Thailand and Vietnam to expand its sales market, including a cultural products exhibition in Indonesia with nearly 100 participating enterprises [8]. - The recent signing of the upgraded version of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area agreement provides new opportunities for enterprises to expand into the ASEAN market [10]. Group 3: Export Innovations - A local business reported a 10% increase in export sales compared to last year, particularly in Indonesia, where a new insulated cup product designed for local preferences has gained significant attention [6]. - The issuance of 130,000 certificates of origin by Yiwu Customs, valued at 2.867 billion USD, facilitates zero tariff treatment for exports to ASEAN countries [10]. Group 4: Transportation Developments - Yiwu's TIR international road transport has surpassed 100 trips, marking a significant milestone in cross-border logistics [12][13]. - The TIR system, based on a UN convention, offers advantages such as expedited customs procedures and flexible transport, becoming a crucial channel for Yiwu's small commodity exports to Central Asia [15].