5000余家外贸企业在海南落户

Core Insights - The Hainan Free Trade Port has successfully completed its first month of operation since its closure on December 18, 2025, attracting a significant number of foreign trade enterprises [1][4] - The customs authority reported a total of 5,132 new registered foreign trade enterprises in Hainan as of January 17, 2026, indicating a strong interest in the region [1][4] - The customs has streamlined the approval process for enterprises, reducing the average approval time by nearly 60% [1][4] Trade and Economic Impact - In the first month of operation, customs monitored zero-tariff goods worth 750 million yuan, benefiting local enterprises, hospitals, and research institutions [1][4] - The customs also oversaw the export of value-added goods worth 85.867 million yuan to the mainland, enhancing the local industry chain and increasing added value [1][4] Duty-Free Market Performance - The duty-free shopping market in Hainan reported a total shopping amount of 4.86 billion yuan in the first month, representing a year-on-year increase of 46.8% [2][5] - The number of shoppers reached 745,000, marking a 30.2% increase, while the number of items purchased was 3.494 million, up by 14.6% [2][5] - Hainan's customs also recorded 311,000 inbound and outbound travelers through the airport, reflecting a 48.8% year-on-year growth [2][5]