Core Points - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port's full island closure on December 18 marks a significant step in China's commitment to high-level opening-up and the construction of an open world economy [2][3][7] - The closure is designed to facilitate more efficient and smoother international exchanges while enhancing connections with the mainland [7][9] Policy Definition - The Hainan Island will be established as a special customs supervision area, characterized by "one line" being open, "two lines" being controlled, and free circulation within the island [5][6] - "One line" refers to the open trade between Hainan and foreign countries, allowing for more convenient import and export of goods, including zero-tariff items [6][10] - "Two lines" involves stricter controls on goods moving from Hainan to the mainland, primarily focusing on taxes and certifications [6][10] Policy Measures - The zero-tariff policy has been expanded from over 1,900 tax items to more than 6,600, increasing the proportion to 74% [10] - The policy now includes all enterprises and non-enterprise units on the island, allowing for free circulation of zero-tariff goods and their processed products [10] - Restrictions on the main business income of encouraged industries have been removed, and the value of Hainan's self-produced goods can now be counted towards the added value for tax exemptions [10] Trade Facilitation - The management of import licenses for 60 types of old machinery and electrical products has been canceled, covering sectors like medical, engineering, and agriculture [12] - 38 types of goods are now allowed for bonded maintenance in Hainan, achieving the highest level of openness in this area nationwide [12] - Eight open ports on the "one line" will facilitate the release of eligible imported goods, while ten "two line" ports will implement various convenient measures for goods entering the mainland [12] Tourism and Consumption - The scope of duty-free goods for outbound tourists has been expanded, allowing certain domestic products to be sold in duty-free shops [16] - Residents can purchase unlimited duty-free items within a year based on a single outbound record [16] - Policies are being researched to allow residents to buy some imported products duty-free [16] Future Development - The launch of the closure is seen as a milestone in the construction of the free trade port, marking the beginning of a new phase of opening and development [19] - The construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port is planned in three phases, with the first phase aiming for a preliminary establishment of a trade and investment liberalization system by 2025 [19] - By 2035, the system and operational model are expected to mature, leading to a comprehensive high-level free trade port by the middle of this century [19]
今日起全岛封关,去海南旅游购物有啥影响
2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-12-18 00:40