Jin Rong Shi Bao·2025-12-25 03:35Core Viewpoint - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port's full island closure on December 18 marks a significant milestone, with the Bank of Communications releasing a cross-border financial service plan to support the development of the free trade port [1] Group 1: Financial Support for Infrastructure - The Bank of Communications has directed credit resources towards key sectors of the real economy, providing a financial foundation for the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port [2] - The bank has approved 700 million yuan in fixed asset loans for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring the smooth progress of key projects essential for the port's operations [2] - The investment in local bonds by the bank has increased from 2.67 billion yuan in 2020 to 6.5 billion yuan in 2024, contributing to local economic development [2] Group 2: Cross-Border Financial Services - The Bank of Communications is a pilot bank for the multi-functional free trade account (EF account), with the EF business scale exceeding 46 billion yuan by the end of October 2025 [2] - The bank has assisted the Hainan provincial government in issuing offshore RMB local bonds in Hong Kong for four consecutive years, expanding its cross-border financial services [2][3] Group 3: Support for Key Industries - The implementation of "zero tariffs and low tax rates" will enhance Hainan's attractiveness in consumption and commerce, with the bank approving a 500 million yuan loan for a duty-free project [4] - The bank has provided a total of 2.9 billion yuan in loans to the cultural and tourism sectors, aligning with the development needs of the free trade port [4] - The bank is the only institution involved in the credit medical project in Hainan, enhancing healthcare services and supporting the welfare of residents [4] Group 4: Comprehensive Financial Services - The Bank of Communications has developed a comprehensive financial service model covering the entire lifecycle of enterprises, integrating equity, debt, loans, leasing, and custody services [5] - The bank has successfully launched various first-time custody businesses, including the first qualified foreign limited partner (QFLP) fund in Hainan [5] - In the financing leasing sector, the bank has provided over 6.2 billion yuan to key clients such as Hainan Railway and Meilan Airport [5]