《上海资讯周报》涉外资讯一站式服务（2026年2月第2期，总第131期）

Regulatory Policies - Eleven departments jointly issued an opinion to enhance the digital service convenience for foreign personnel entering China, focusing on five areas: digital infrastructure, payment services, tourism services, public services, and data security [5][12] - Eight departments released guidelines to promote the efficient, convenient, and secure cross-border flow of automotive data, detailing management methods and exemptions for various business scenarios [6] - The State Taxation Administration published a unified management method for export VAT and consumption tax refunds, effective from January 1, 2026, to streamline the refund process for taxpayers [7] Shanghai Initiatives - Shanghai encourages overseas students to work and start businesses in the city, allowing their overseas professional experience and academic achievements to be considered for senior professional titles without domestic tenure restrictions, effective from February 1, 2026 [8] - New requirements for key management personnel in pharmaceutical production and operation enterprises were established, effective from March 1, 2026 [10] - The Pudong New Area introduced regulations to provide free legal assistance to eligible small and micro enterprises, effective from February 1, 2026 [11] Economic Outlook - Shanghai's government report projected a GDP of 5.67 trillion yuan for 2025, with a growth rate of 5.4%, and an expected growth of around 5% for 2026 [21] - As of the end of last year, Shanghai had recognized 1,076 regional headquarters and foreign R&D centers, with over 6,300 new foreign enterprises established in 2025, reflecting a 6.8% year-on-year increase in new foreign enterprises and a 19.8% growth in contracted foreign investment [15] Events and Exhibitions - The Shanghai International Automobile Carnival is set to debut in July, showcasing over 100,000 square meters of exhibition space [24] - The "Cloud Collection of a Thousand Years" exhibition featuring rare cultural artifacts will run until March 18, 2026, at the Shanghai Art Museum [24]