Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the Hainan Free Trade Port has accelerated foreign investment, with major companies like Siemens Energy and PB Gelatins making significant commitments to the region [1] Group 1: Company Developments - Siemens Energy has established a new company in Hainan on the first day of the Free Trade Port's closure, and is also commencing construction of a gas turbine assembly and service center in Yangpu, covering nearly 40 acres with a total building area exceeding 13,000 square meters, expected to be operational by 2027 [1] - PB Gelatins, a well-known gelatin and collagen manufacturer from Belgium, is upgrading its production lines in Hainan, citing the region's strategic location for accessing both the Chinese mainland and other Asian markets [1] Group 2: Investment Implications - The operational launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port is viewed as a positive signal for foreign companies, encouraging further growth and sustained investment in the region [1]

新华社海口12月18日电 12月18日，海南自由贸易港正式启动全岛封关。这是中国坚定不移扩大高水平 对外开放、推动建设开放型世界经济的标志性举措，开启中国对外开放实践新篇章。 从设立经济特区到加入世界贸易组织，从共建"一带一路"到建设自由贸易试验区，中国开放步伐始终稳 健有力。海南自贸港的封关运作，是中国稳步扩大规则、规制、管理、标准等制度型开放的新探索。 封关运作，是制度集成创新的前沿实践。海南自贸港建设，不仅涉及关税政策的调整，更涉及投资、金 融、法治、政府服务等领域的系统性改革。围绕经济、生态、社会、营商环境等方面改革，海南已推出 173项制度创新案例，其中37项向全国推广。未来站在更高起点谋划和推进改革，还将持续推动规则衔 接、管理协同和效能提升，不断完善自贸港政策制度体系。 封关运作，进一步拉紧中国与世界的合作纽带。一个贸易投资更自由便利、要素流动更高效的新海南， 将吸引更多全球资源汇聚，推动区域经济一体化发展。这是向世界分享机遇、共同发展的重要桥梁。在 复杂多变的国际环境中，中国坚定不移深化互利合作，对外开放的大门不会关闭，只会越开越大。 推进海南自由贸易港建设是一项复杂的系统性工程。监管模式的创 ...

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the closure operation in Hainan Free Trade Port marks a significant step in China's reform and opening-up strategy, aiming to enhance trade and investment facilitation while aligning with international economic rules [1][2][7]. Group 1: Changes and Developments - The closure operation is described as "four improvements": more favorable, more relaxed, more convenient, and more efficient [1]. - Hainan Free Trade Port is positioned as a "testbed" for China's reform and opening-up, serving as a demonstration area for ecological civilization and an international tourism consumption center [2]. - The unique policy advantages of Hainan include zero tariffs on 74% of goods and a 15% corporate income tax rate, which are part of the efforts to attract high-end talent and facilitate service trade [3]. Group 2: Operational Challenges - Despite advancements in infrastructure, there is a need to improve service awareness, efficiency, and the overall business environment to support the free trade port's development [4]. - The concept of "closure" is a customs term that allows for the regulation of goods entering Hainan, with specific measures to prevent smuggling while facilitating trade [4]. Group 3: Future Goals - The next decade will focus on aligning with global standards for trade and investment liberalization, aiming to reduce investment costs and foster industrial agglomeration [5][6]. - Hainan aims to enhance the proportion of modern service industries and high-tech sectors, providing significant employment opportunities and increasing per capita GDP to at least the national average [6]. Group 4: Strategic Advantages - The closure operation reflects China's commitment to globalization and regional cooperation amidst rising protectionism and unilateralism globally [7]. - Hainan's strategic location within the RCEP market positions it as a key player in facilitating trade between China and ASEAN, aiming for high-standard international development [7].

Group 1 - The first batch of goods under the "zero tariff" policy, including imported crude oil, medical equipment, and aviation components, successfully cleared customs on the first day of operation for the Hainan Free Trade Port [1][2] - The Hainan Free Trade Port has implemented a policy of "one line open, two lines controlled, and free trade within the island," enhancing customs efficiency for eligible "zero tariff" goods [1][2] - The first batch of "zero tariff" goods included 3,558 tons of calcium carbonate imported by Hainan Jinhai Pulp and Paper Co., which was released in just one minute from declaration to customs clearance [1][3] Group 2 - From December 18, all imported goods eligible for the "zero tariff" policy, except for those listed in the "Hainan Free Trade Port Import Tax Commodity Directory," can enjoy exemptions from import duties, VAT, and consumption tax [2] - The first batch of "zero tariff" goods processed by Jingbo (Hainan) New Materials Co. will be transformed into high-quality asphalt products for export, demonstrating the benefits of the "zero tariff" policy [2] - Yangpu Customs has conducted pre-closure drills and tailored support for enterprises to ensure smooth customs clearance and compliance with "zero tariff" policy requirements [3][4]

Core Points - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port on December 18, 2025, marks a significant milestone in China's opening-up strategy, with the entire island becoming a customs supervision special area [1] - The implementation of "zero tariff" policies has expanded to over 6,600 tax items, stimulating new industrial vitality and enhancing trade opportunities [2] - The strategic significance of Hainan Free Trade Port is emphasized as it transforms from a remote island to a key open frontier, aiming to become an important gateway for China's new era of opening-up [2] Group 1 - The Hainan Free Trade Port has officially started its full island closure, with eight open ports and ten "second-line ports" now operational, indicating a new phase of customs management [1] - The first day of closure is expected to see the import of "zero tariff" goods worth over 500 million yuan, including crude oil, medical equipment, and food raw materials [2] - The closure is not a sign of isolation but rather an expansion of openness, allowing for the free flow of various elements within the island [2] Group 2 - The new policies will enhance the experience for tourists and residents in Hainan, eliminating the need for additional documentation for travel and improving the shopping experience with expanded duty-free options [3] - Hainan is positioned as a bridgehead to the vast Chinese market, with a focus on institutional innovation and a series of measures to facilitate free and convenient entry and exit [2] - The closure marks the beginning of a new stage for Hainan Free Trade Port, showcasing China's commitment to sharing development opportunities with the world [3]

12月18日，海南自贸港全岛封关运作正式启动。当日上午，海南控股旗下海口美兰国际机场顺利完成第一批"一线"零关税、执行例外措施的货物进境与"二 线"加工增值免关税货物出岛的通关保障任务，标志着海南自贸港"一线放开、二线管住"的全新监管模式在美兰机场正式落地运行。 "二线"管住，就是将海南自由贸易港与内地之间作为"二线"，针对"一线"放开的内容实施精准管理。目前，美兰机场已打通单一窗口、海关智慧监管平台和 机场运行系统，实现机场与海关监管设备共用、信息系统和数据资源共享，并通过构建"四个三"保障模式，为封关运作后实现高效监管提供有力支撑。 （美兰机场"二线口岸"第一批加工增值免关税货物起飞出岛） 据悉，2022年5月31日，美兰机场封关运作项目正式开工，成为海南自贸港首个开工的封关运作航空口岸设施项目。2025年2月20日，该项目顺利通过国家验 收，正式具备封关运作的软、硬件条件。2025年11月18日以来，在省、市口岸专班的统筹下，美兰机场联合海关等单位累计开展24次"二线口岸"热运行和5 次合成演练工作，确保封关运作平稳开局。 （中国日报社海南记者站 记者：陈博文 实习生：周芃） "一线"放开："零关税"等 ...

Core Insights - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port's full island closure marks a significant step in China's commitment to high-level opening-up and the construction of an open world economy [1][2] - Hainan's closure operation serves as a solid implementation of national strategic deployment, aiming to explore the highest level of openness in the world [1] - The operation is a frontier practice of institutional innovation, involving comprehensive reforms across various sectors including tariffs, investment, finance, and government services [1] Group 1 - The closure operation is a new exploration of institutional opening, with a focus on high-level openness in trade, investment, transportation, personnel, cross-border capital, and data flow [1] - Hainan has introduced 173 institutional innovation cases, with 37 being promoted nationwide, indicating a systematic approach to reform [1] - The operation aims to create a more free and convenient trade and investment environment, enhancing the flow of resources and promoting regional economic integration [2] Group 2 - The construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port is a complex systemic project that requires innovative regulatory models and a robust risk prevention system [2] - The commitment to deepening mutually beneficial cooperation and expanding the door to opening-up reflects China's strategic direction in a complex international environment [2] - Hainan is positioned as a hopeful land inviting global collaboration for shared development opportunities and a promising future [2]

新华社海口12月18日电（记者叶昊鸣、王存福）12月18日，满载旅客与车辆的客滚船"双泰37"轮在海口 海事局的监管与护航下，缓缓驶离海口新海港。这是海南自贸港启动全岛封关后，首艘安全出岛的客滚 船。 "扩宽后的航道通航能力大幅提升，为封关后琼州海峡客滚运输提供了更宽阔、更安全的航行水域。"邹 先芝说。 据了解，截至18日18时，琼州海峡客滚船进出港179艘次，运送旅客35263人次，运输车辆10611辆次， 同比基本持平。 【纠错】 【责任编辑:谷玥】 在琼州海峡船舶交通管理中心，大屏幕上的船舶交通管理系统（VTS）实时显示着"双泰37"轮的航行轨 迹与动态数据。据海口海事局党委书记、局长邹先芝介绍，18日当天，海口海事局利用智慧海事监管平 台，对船舶实施"点对点"全过程跟踪，确保船舶"直进直靠、快进快出"。客滚船离港前，海事执法人员 高效完成了对船舶适航状态、车辆绑扎系固的快速核查，确保客滚船安全快速离港。 "封关运作是海南自贸港建设的'一号工程'。新海港作为进出岛流量最大的'二线'口岸，客滚运输的通畅 与安全关系重大。"邹先芝说，海口海事局在客滚运输航线、渔船密集区等部署了海巡船艇进行现场巡 航值守，协 ...

Group 1 - Hainan Free Trade Port officially launched its full island closure operation on December 18, marking a new regulatory model of "first line open, second line controlled" at Meilan Airport [1][3] - The first batch of imported goods benefiting from the "zero tariff" policy and exception measures included medical equipment parts from Hong Kong and aircraft parts from the United States, with a total of approximately 6,600 tax items now eligible for zero tariffs, representing 74% of the total [3] - The first batch of goods enjoying the "processing value-added tax exemption" policy successfully departed from Meilan Airport, including chocolate from a local food manufacturing company, utilizing a new intelligent customs clearance process [3]

"一线"放开，就是将海南自由贸易港与我国关境外其他国家和地区之间作为"一线"，实施一系列自由便 利进出举措；"二线"管住，就是将海南自由贸易港与内地之间作为"二线"，针对"一线"放开的内容实施 精准管理；岛内自由，就是在海南自贸港内，各类要素可以相对自由流通。 对海南自贸港企业而言，封关运作后多项政策将持续释放红利。"零关税"商品数量将显著增加，覆盖约 74%的商品税目，惠及医药、高端食品加工等重点产业。享惠主体范围也全面扩大，基本覆盖全岛有实 际进口需求的各类企事业单位。截至目前，海南自贸港鼓励类产业条目已扩至1100多个，涵盖生物医 药、海上风电、专用汽车制造、绿色建材生产等，相关企业可享受15%的企业所得税优惠。 海南自贸港封关将给海南乃至全国带来哪些新变化？对国内国际投资者以及区域经贸合作，又有哪些影 响？近日，21世纪经济报道在第六届"海洋合作与治理论坛"期间对华阳海洋研究中心理事长、中国南海 研究院学术委员会主席吴士存进行了专访。 （原标题：21专访｜吴士存：应吸引更多世界500强企业入驻海南） 21世纪经济报道记者洪晓文 海南三亚报道 2025年12月18日，海南自贸港全岛封关正式启动。封关运 ...