已超160家！西北地区唯一双项试点城市

Group 1: Core Insights - Xi'an has been selected as a pilot city for "new consumption formats, new models, and new scenarios" and "international consumption environment construction," making it the only city in Northwest China to receive both designations [1] - The city has also been recognized as one of the first "national retail innovation and enhancement pilot cities" in 2025, further solidifying its status in the consumption sector [1] Group 2: Tax Refund and Duty-Free Shopping - The first city duty-free shop in Northwest China opened in Xi'an, allowing travelers to enjoy "in-city shopping and port pickup" services [3] - Since the introduction of the "immediate refund" policy in 2025, Xi'an's tax refund sales have reached 800,000 yuan, with tax refunds exceeding 70,000 yuan [3] - By the end of last year, there were over 160 tax refund stores in Xi'an, marking a 331% year-on-year increase [3] Group 3: Service Industry Pilot Tasks - The Ministry of Commerce has issued a comprehensive pilot task document for nine cities, including Xi'an, to accelerate the opening of the service industry [4][6] - The pilot tasks focus on three main areas: effective promotion of pilot work, encouraging differentiated exploration based on local advantages, and strengthening organizational implementation [6] Group 4: Specific Areas of Focus - In telecommunications, tasks include removing foreign investment restrictions in app stores and internet access services, and promoting new business models in data processing [7] - In healthcare, support for foreign doctors to open clinics and the establishment of foreign-funded nursing schools is encouraged [7] - In finance, the development of international factoring and green bond rating services is promoted [7] Group 5: Transportation and Talent Mobility - Support for cross-border transportation initiatives and the establishment of a "green channel" for cross-border bus services is included [8] - Measures to facilitate the entry and stay of foreign talent, including visa conveniences for foreign management and technical personnel, are outlined [9] Group 6: Future Development and Innovation - Xi'an is encouraged to conduct pilot reforms in railway consignment rights and to strengthen its role as a national technology innovation center [12] - The city aims to enhance domestic and international innovation cooperation and attract various innovation resources [12]