Core Insights - In the first eight months of this year, Henan's total import and export value reached a historic high of 550 billion yuan, marking a year-on-year growth of 19.3% [4][5][6] - Henan ranked 4th in the country in terms of growth rate, with exports amounting to 364.3 billion yuan (up 29.3%) and imports at 185.7 billion yuan (up 3.6%) [4][5] Trade Performance - The Zhengzhou Airport saw significant increases in imports, with fruit imports exceeding 3,300 tons (up 120%) and ice-fresh aquatic products surging over 18 times [3] - The number of foreign trade enterprises in Henan reached 12,800, a year-on-year increase of 10.8% [4] Export Highlights - Yutong Bus delivered 723 custom buses to Morocco, marking the largest single order for Chinese buses in Africa [4] - High-tech product exports reached 154.3 billion yuan, growing by 47.7% and accounting for 42.3% of total exports [9] Market Diversification - Henan's trade with ASEAN countries grew by 8.8%, while trade with the EU increased by 27.9% [8] - The province's exports to RCEP countries rose by 22.7%, and to BRICS nations by 37.4% [8] Infrastructure and Policy Support - Henan has established five comprehensive bonded zones, enhancing its trade capabilities [10] - The province's transportation network includes 6,810 kilometers of railways and 8,962 kilometers of highways, facilitating trade [12] Future Outlook - The Zhengzhou Airport management plans to create a new service ecosystem for export-oriented enterprises [11] - Recent investment trade fairs in Zhengzhou resulted in 268 cooperation projects worth 219.6 billion yuan, focusing on advanced manufacturing and strategic emerging industries [12]

9月26日至28日，省委老干部局组织省级老同志赴郑州市、开封市、周口市、郑州航空港区，围绕内河 航运建设、打造内陆开放高地等参观调研。 责任编辑： 郭栩汝 郭庚茂、任克礼、王全书等省级老同志参加活动。省委常委、常务副省长孙守刚陪同在郑州航空港区调 研。 老同志纷纷表示，将牢记嘱托、主动作为，充分发挥政治经验威望优势，聚力献智、建言献策，更好把 各方面积极因素充分调动起来，促进经济社会高质量发展，为奋力谱写中原大地推进中国式现代化新篇 章贡献"银发力量"。（记者 赵若郡 汤传稷 河南日报社全媒体记者 李时珍） 省级老同志一行先后来到郑州贾鲁河综合治理工程、黄河悬河文化展示馆、开封州桥及附近汴河遗址、 郑州国际陆港、比亚迪工业园、沙颍河航道、周口港、益海嘉里（周口）现代食品产业园等地，深入了 解我省在江河保护治理、水运通道建设、文化遗产保护等方面的进展成效，并提出意见建议。 老同志一致认为，河南深入学习贯彻习近平总书记在河南考察时重要讲话精神，围绕"1+2+4+N"目标任 务体系，在构建现代化交通运输大通道上取得显著成效。大家一路走、一路看，对规划建设贾鲁河复航 工程、推进周口港转型升级等给予高度评价，认为这是构 ...

（记者吴婕 通讯员付钟玉） 余红会长表示，商会要紧密围绕湖北省"建成支点、走在前列"和武汉市加快推动"三大优势转化"、重塑新时代武汉之重的战略定位，主动融入国家高水平对 外开放大局。一方面，要进一步创新工作机制，深度拓展国际交流与合作的维度，着力增强商会的全球资源配置能力与综合服务效能，为广大会员企业搭建 更便捷、高效、稳固的国际经贸桥梁；另一方面，要发挥商会代言工商的作用，积极反映企业诉求，为优化营商环境建言献策，助力武汉打造内陆开放高 地，不断提升城市国际影响力与竞争力。 武汉国际商会前身为"中国国际商会武汉商会"，成立于1991年8月，是由在武汉地区从事国际贸易、商务交流、投资合作和其他工商业活动的企事业单位、 社会团体和其他组织自愿组成的全市性、联合性、非营利性社会团体，直接接受中国国际商会(CCOIC)的指导，并依托其广阔平台与资源网络开展各项工 作。未来，武汉国际商会将进一步团结凝聚广大会员，携手共进，为武汉加快建设国家中心城市、实现经济社会高质量发展贡献智慧和力量。 9月4日，武汉国际商会召开第二届理事会第四次会议，市贸促会党组书记、会长余红主持会议。来自国际贸易、市政建设、机电、服装、法律、教 ...

Core Viewpoint - Wuhan is actively enhancing its role as an international logistics hub and promoting regional coordinated development through various transportation and trade initiatives [3][4][6]. Group 1: Transportation Infrastructure Development - The Wuhan Urban Circle Ring Expressway has achieved full connectivity, marking significant progress in transportation infrastructure [3][10]. - Wuhan has been approved as the second city in China to build a "five-type" national logistics hub, enhancing its logistics capabilities [5][6]. - The city has established a multi-modal transport system, including 65 international routes from Tianhe and Huahu airports, 33 direct shipping routes from Wuhan Port, and 58 international routes for the China-Europe Railway Express [6]. Group 2: Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation - The city is promoting "group overseas" initiatives to help small and medium-sized foreign trade enterprises connect with international clients, resulting in over 1,200 client connections and more than $100 million in trade intentions [7][8]. - The establishment of the Changjiang International Trade Cross-Border E-commerce Industrial Park has attracted 128 registered companies, providing comprehensive services for outbound enterprises [8][9]. - The city has organized multiple trade delegations to various countries, facilitating direct communication between local businesses and international markets [8]. Group 3: Regional Coordination and Development - Wuhan is focusing on collaborative development with surrounding cities, enhancing resource sharing in healthcare and education, and promoting a more livable urban environment [11]. - The city is working on integrating planning across administrative boundaries to optimize resource allocation and foster industrial collaboration [11].

8月25日，市委召开专题会议研究外贸工作。省委常委、市委书记郭元强主持会议并强 调，要深入学习贯彻习近平总书记关于高水平对外开放的重要论述和考察湖北重要讲话精 神，认真落实省委省政府工作要求，主动识变应变求变，深化改革创新，强化政企协同，全 力推动外贸高质量发展，加快打造内陆开放高地，更好把我市交通区位优势转化为国内国际 双循环枢纽链接优势。 会议强调，要加强统筹协调，形成工作合力，推动各项工作落地落实。要加强专业知识 学习，扩展国际视野，提升做好外贸工作的能力本领。要深化体制机制改革，提升贸易便利 化水平，为外贸高质量发展营造良好环境。 市领导曾晟、张俊勇、沈悦、李湛参加会议。 编辑：胡之澜 会议指出，近年来，面对复杂多变的国际形势，我市外贸保持较快增长势头，结构不断 优化，新业态新模式加快发展，为经济持续回升向好提供了重要支撑，值得充分肯定。同 时，要清醒认识外部环境变化带来的困难挑战和我市外贸发展存在的短板不足。要切实把思 想和行动统一到党中央对当前经济形势的科学判断上来，增强做好外贸工作的责任感和紧迫 感，坚定信心、迎难而上，加快推进外贸扩量提质，更好服务和融入新发展格局。 会议强调，要坚持"短期应对 ...

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Core Points - The meeting emphasized the importance of Wuhan's role as a strategic pivot in the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, as highlighted by General Secretary Xi Jinping [2][5] - The city aims to enhance its economic growth, innovation, and transformation while addressing risks and improving people's livelihoods [3][4] Group 1: Economic Development - The meeting acknowledged the positive economic recovery in Wuhan, with key economic indicators ranking among the top in sub-provincial cities [3] - Efforts are being made to stabilize industrial growth, expand investment, promote consumption, and maintain foreign trade [3][4] - Wuhan has become the second city in the country approved to build a "five-type" national logistics hub, with significant growth in import and export volumes [4] Group 2: Innovation and Industry - The city is focusing on integrating technological innovation with industrial development, enhancing the role of enterprises in innovation, and improving the service system for technology transfer [3][4] - Key industries such as automotive, steel, and chemical are undergoing transformation, while emerging sectors like AI, commercial aerospace, and low-altitude economy are rapidly growing [4][6] Group 3: Environmental and Cultural Development - The meeting highlighted the importance of ecological protection and the promotion of green development, with ongoing efforts in environmental governance and restoration [4][5] - Cultural innovation and the development of the cultural industry are prioritized, aiming to enhance the city's cultural influence and establish it as a world-renowned cultural tourism destination [4][6] Group 4: Governance and Leadership - The meeting stressed the need for strong leadership and governance, emphasizing the importance of a high-quality professional cadre team to drive development [5][8] - There is a focus on enhancing urban governance and improving public services to ensure the well-being of residents [7][9]

Core Points - The number of foreign visitors entering Wuhan from the airport in the first half of 2025 reached over 60,000, a 44% increase compared to the same period last year [1] - The implementation of the 240-hour visa-free transit policy has significantly facilitated travel through Wuhan, making it a convenient hub for international visitors [1][3] - Wuhan's international airport has become a key entry point for foreign travelers, with 54% of those entering in the first half of 2025 benefiting from the visa-free policy [4] Group 1: Visa Policies and Travel Trends - The resumption of the visa-free transit policy in January 2023 has positioned Wuhan as one of the first airports to welcome foreign travelers [3] - The extension of the visa-free stay from 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours starting December 2024 is expected to further boost foreign arrivals [4] - In 2023, over 30,000 foreign visitors entered Wuhan, with projections for 2024 estimating nearly 100,000, including approximately 34,000 benefiting from the visa-free policy [4] Group 2: Economic and Trade Initiatives - Wuhan is actively promoting high-level openness and aims to transform its transportation advantages into a dual-circulation hub for domestic and international trade [5] - The "China International Import Expo" event in March attracted 116 exhibitors, including 80 Fortune 500 companies, highlighting Wuhan's role in global trade [5] - The city hosted significant industry events, such as the "Compound Semiconductor Industry Expo" and the "Optics Expo," attracting global attention and participation [5][6] Group 3: Cultural and Tourism Development - Wuhan is striving to become a world-renowned cultural tourism destination, with plans to enhance its international appeal and tourism infrastructure [11] - The city has been recognized as one of the top ten popular tourist destinations in China, with initiatives to promote its natural beauty and cultural heritage [13] - The Wuhan Marathon has gained international recognition, with participants from 67 countries, showcasing the city's growing influence in global sports tourism [14]

Group 1: Logistics and Trade Development - The opening of the first scheduled Central Asia train from Chongqing marks a significant step in enhancing logistics and trade capabilities, with a focus on "land-sea linkage and four-way connectivity" [1] - The construction of the Western Land-Sea New Corridor has reduced the time for goods to reach coastal ports from over 20 days to under 10 days, saving over one million yuan annually in logistics costs [2] - In 2024, Chongqing is expected to transport 252,000 TEUs via the Western Land-Sea New Corridor, a 41% increase year-on-year, with a total value of 46.7 billion yuan, reflecting a 67% increase [3] Group 2: Foreign Trade and Investment - Chongqing's total foreign trade value reached 165.14 billion yuan in the first quarter, showing a year-on-year growth of 4.1% [4] - The city is focusing on improving trade structure and expanding exports of new products, with a specific emphasis on the "Yuchai going global" initiative [5] - The establishment of over 300 Fortune 500 companies in Chongqing highlights the city's strong foreign investment environment, with significant projects underway in various sectors [6][7] Group 3: Open Environment and Internationalization - Chongqing is enhancing its international consumption center status, attracting foreign tourists and promoting inbound tourism through policies like the 240-hour visa-free transit [8] - The city is actively improving its international infrastructure, including hospitals and schools, to attract global resources and enhance its international influence [9] - The establishment of legal advisory centers for the Western Land-Sea New Corridor aims to assist businesses in navigating complex legal environments, further supporting international trade [9]

Core Viewpoint - Hubei Province is accelerating the construction of an open hub to enhance its economic openness and aims to become a leading open economy in central China by 2027, and nationwide by 2030, with a complete restructuring of its open economy by 2035 [1][5]. Group 1: Five Major Actions and High Grounds - The action plan outlines five major actions and aims to create five high grounds for an open economy, including market entity cultivation, institutional innovation, international logistics, business facilitation, and global influence enhancement [2][3][4]. - Hubei plans to increase the number of import and export enterprises to 9,570 by 2024, with a focus on nurturing foreign trade leading enterprises and small and medium-sized foreign trade companies [2]. Group 2: Economic Performance and Growth - Hubei's import and export value is projected to exceed 700 billion yuan in 2024, with a growth rate of 9.6%, leading the central region [1][5]. - In the first quarter of this year, Hubei's total import and export value reached 174.3 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.6%, surpassing the national average growth of 15.3% [5]. Group 3: Infrastructure and Logistics Development - Hubei has established a comprehensive open platform system, including three free trade zones and multiple logistics hubs, to enhance its logistics capabilities [3][6]. - The Ezhou Huahu International Airport is positioned as a key cargo hub, having handled 423,000 tons of cargo and mail, with plans to enhance its capabilities further [7]. Group 4: Policy and Support Measures - Over 80 measures have been implemented to support pillar industries and facilitate cross-border trade, improving the international logistics channels and port business environment [6]. - The plan emphasizes creating a first-class business environment by addressing key pain points for outward-oriented market entities [3].