八部门联合发布21条举措——完善西部陆海新通道金融服务体系

Core Viewpoint - The issuance of the "Opinions on Financial Support for Accelerating the Construction of the Western Land-Sea New Corridor" by the People's Bank of China and eight other departments aims to enhance the financial service system for the corridor, promoting high-quality development through 21 key measures focused on financing and settlement functions [1][2][3]. Financial Support Measures - The "Western Land-Sea New Corridor" connects Guangxi Beibu Gulf and the Indian Ocean to the south, and Central Asia to Europe to the west, serving as a critical node in the Belt and Road Initiative [2]. - The corridor has reached 583 ports in 127 countries and regions, with over 1,300 types of goods transported, indicating its growing influence and importance [2]. - The "Opinions" emphasize a development line of "corridor drives logistics, logistics drives trade, trade drives industry," focusing on problem orientation, multi-cross collaboration, and integrated development [2][4]. Multi-Cross Collaboration - The "Opinions" propose measures for integrated credit granting among financial institutions along the corridor, establishing joint credit and syndicate loan mechanisms, and a unified service network for domestic and foreign branches [4]. - A high-quality financial circulation system is essential for supporting the construction of the corridor, logistics, industry, and trade, with a focus on developing tailored financial products and integrated financial solutions [4]. Innovation in Financial Products - The introduction of railway transport document financial services is highlighted as a significant innovation in logistics financial products, aligning with the corridor's development positioning [5]. - Financial institutions are encouraged to provide more support and favorable terms for enterprises based on the authenticity of trade backgrounds and risk mitigation through railway transport documents [5]. Capital Market Contributions - The capital market offers diverse financing channels, including stock exchanges, corporate bonds, asset securitization, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) [6]. - In the first 11 months of the year, enterprises along the corridor issued nearly 700 billion yuan in corporate bonds, enhancing financing channels and reducing costs [6]. Cross-Border Financial Services - The "Opinions" introduce measures to optimize the cross-border settlement system, aiming to create a more convenient and secure foreign exchange service environment [7]. - There is a push for higher levels of trade and investment in renminbi settlement, with an emphasis on utilizing digital renminbi for payment and settlement [7]. Implementation and Monitoring - The People's Bank of China plans to establish a collaborative mechanism to ensure the effective implementation of the "Opinions," including dynamic monitoring and evaluation of financial services [8]. - A financial service center for the corridor is set to be established in Chongqing, aiming to enhance cooperation among financial institutions along the corridor [8].