Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Finance announced the selection results for cities to build an international consumption environment, with 15 cities listed, indicating a strategic move to enhance China's international consumption capabilities [1][2]. Group 1: Selected Cities - The first batch of five cities (Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chongqing, Tianjin) has completed a mid-term assessment, but it remains unclear which will officially be designated as "International Consumption Center Cities" [2][5]. - The newly selected ten cities (Nanjing, Hangzhou, Xiamen, Qingdao, Wuhan, Changsha, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Kunming, Xi'an) are seen as crucial backup forces for future international consumption center city development [1][2]. Group 2: Characteristics of Selected Cities - Among the ten selected cities, Shenzhen and Chengdu are notable as they both surpassed a retail sales volume of 1 trillion yuan in 2023 [11]. - Cities like Qingdao, Xiamen, and Kunming have unique characteristics that enhance their potential as international consumption centers, such as Qingdao's appeal to Korean tourists and Kunming's strategic position as a transit hub for South and Southeast Asia [12]. Group 3: Government Support and Initiatives - The government has outlined support measures for these pilot cities, including financial subsidies, with international consumption center cities receiving 200 million yuan each, while other cities receive 100 million yuan [6][8]. - The initiatives aim to strengthen the "Buy in China" brand, diversify consumption scenarios, and improve service levels to attract international tourists and meet diverse consumer demands [8].
商务部再选10城:深圳、杭州、西安、成都均入选,信号很大
21世纪经济报道·2025-11-23 11:47