12月18日，海南自由贸易港正式启动全岛封关运作。这是我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。作为承载国家战略的开放前沿，海南自贸港以"零关税、低税率、简税 制"为核心，在制度创新、外资集聚、国际合作、智慧监管等方面多点突破，书写着中国与世界共享发 展机遇的新篇章。 制度集成创新是自贸港建设的核心引擎。截至目前，海南已培育21批173项制度集成创新案例，82项获 国家认可、37项向全国推广。从全国首张跨境服务贸易负面清单到省级营商环境建设厅的首创，从"土 地超市"到全域"禁塑"制度，一系列突破性举措构建起系统完备的开放制度体系，为封关运作筑牢根 基。封关后，海南将持续推动政策贯通叠加，对标国际高水平经贸规则，在运行机制、监管模式等方面 深化创新，形成更多具有全国示范意义的制度成果。 开放红利的持续释放吸引全球资源加速集聚。2020年至2024年，海南实际使用外资达1667亿元，年均增 长15.8%，176个国家和地区在琼投资；与40个境外自贸区(港)建立伙伴关系，2024年贸易进出口总额较 2020年增长2倍。封关后，"零关税"商品税目占比从21%大幅提升至74%，6637个税目 ...

新华社北京12月17日电（记者魏弘毅、戴锦镕）国家发展改革委宏观经济研究院院长黄汉权在新华 社17日推出的"中国经济圆桌会"大型全媒体访谈节目中表示，12月18日海南自由贸易港正式启动全岛封 关运作，是我国从商品要素流动型开放向制度型开放转变的关键一步。 同时，海南自贸港全岛封关将为全球贸易投资提供稳定的制度环境。黄汉权介绍，依托"中国洋浦 港"船籍港建设和第七航权开放的深入推进，叠加封关运作的政策红利，海南自贸港将跻身亚太地区重 要航运枢纽之列，进一步畅通东盟原料加工、全球商品分销的贸易链路，提升区域供应链韧性。海南自 贸港在数字贸易、绿色经济等领域的制度创新实践，可为发展中国家探索对外开放路径提供参考样本。 中央经济工作会议指出，扎实推进海南自由贸易港建设。黄汉权表示，锚定"把海南自由贸易港打 造成为引领我国新时代对外开放的重要门户"这一战略目标，海南自贸港建设将继续把制度集成创新摆 在突出位置，解放思想、大胆创新，分步骤、分阶段构建与高水平自由贸易港相适配的政策制度体系。 【纠错】 【责任编辑:吴京泽】 "封关后海南自贸港将在数据跨境流动、知识产权保护等领域对接国际高标准经贸规则。"黄汉权 说，其积累的 ...

Core Points - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port on December 18 marks a significant step in China's commitment to high-level opening-up and the construction of an open world economy [2] - Hainan aims to become a demonstration zone for China's reform and opening-up in the new era, focusing on creating a world-class business environment and modern industrial system [2][3] - Comprehensive preparations for the port's operation have been completed, including successful pressure tests of customs and logistics systems [3] Group 1 - The Hainan Free Trade Port is expected to enhance international trade and investment by implementing innovative policies and regulations that align with international standards [4][6] - The province has established a system of integrated innovation, with 173 institutional innovation cases, 82 of which have received national recognition [4] - Hainan's efforts to optimize the business environment have led to significant growth in trade and foreign investment, with an average annual increase of 31.3% in goods and services imports and exports from 2020 to 2024 [6] Group 2 - The establishment of a "single window" for international trade and investment aims to simplify approval processes and enhance the ease of doing business [6] - Hainan's proactive approach to reform and opening-up is expected to attract global resources and promote industrial development [7] - The province's initiatives have resulted in a substantial increase in actual foreign investment, surpassing the total amount received in the first 32 years after its establishment [6]

Core Viewpoint - Hainan Free Trade Port will officially start its customs closure operation on December 18, marking a significant milestone in China's reform and opening-up strategy, aimed at becoming a major gateway for international trade and investment [2][4]. Group 1: Significance of Customs Closure - The customs closure signifies a deep restructuring of openness, with Hainan expected to become a headquarters base for Chinese companies going global and foreign companies entering China [3][4]. - Approximately 74% of goods will enjoy zero tariffs, expanding the range from over 1,900 to 6,600 tariff items, and the number of visa-free countries for entry into Hainan will increase to 86 [4][5]. Group 2: Economic and Geographical Advantages - Hainan's geographical location allows for a "4-hour flight circle" covering 47% of the global population and 30% of the world's GDP, making it a strategic entry point for the vast inland market [6]. - The province's economic growth has been notable, with a fourfold increase in import and export scale over seven years, and the average growth rate leading the nation [14]. Group 3: Policy Framework and Innovations - The Free Trade Port is characterized by a systematic and institutional breakthrough, with core policies including zero tariffs, low tax rates, and simplified tax systems, aiming for the free flow of capital, personnel, goods, and information [8][12]. - Hainan has introduced 60 core policies, with significant tax incentives for businesses, including a 15% corporate income tax for encouraged industries and personal income tax reductions for high-demand talents [13][14]. Group 4: Infrastructure and Operational Readiness - The customs closure will rely on 16 outbound channels, handling over 80% of the island's cargo inspection tasks, with advanced scanning technology to facilitate efficient customs operations [9][10]. - A comprehensive customs regulatory system has been established, with 21 innovative institutional cases implemented across the island [11]. Group 5: Future Development and Challenges - Hainan's development will depend on unseen institutional rules and a favorable business environment, with initiatives like the establishment of a dedicated business environment construction bureau and an international investment single window [14]. - The province aims to accelerate its development by leveraging the momentum from the Free Trade Port policies, focusing on high-value production and innovation [14].

党中央决定，今年12月18日海南自由贸易港正式启动全岛封关，这是我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。 "解放思想、开拓创新，团结奋斗、攻坚克难，加快建设具有世界影响力的中国特色自由贸易港，让海 南成为新时代中国改革开放的示范""建设海南自由贸易港，是党中央着眼新时代全面深化改革开放作出 的重大决策"，习近平总书记饱含期待、寄予厚望。 深入贯彻落实习近平总书记重要指示精神，海南进一步全面深化改革，着力在更宽领域、更深层次推进 开放，奋力打造引领我国新时代对外开放的重要门户，加快构建现代化产业体系，营造市场化法治化国 际化一流营商环境，高标准建设海南自贸港。 海南自贸港正式启动全岛封关运作的软硬件准备已全面完成。12月10日，海口新海港和南港"二线口 岸"（货运）集中查验场迎来封关前最后一轮压力测试。第三方测评组对正常通关、海关布控等多个通 关场景进行实地测评。 持续拓展压力测试范围和应用场景。今年9月起，海南正式启动10个"二线口岸"试运行；11月18日，启 动封关运作合成演练和7×24小时热运行；12月2日至10日，开展封关前压力测试成效第三轮测评，通过 全流程、全要素、全覆 ...

Core Viewpoint - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port on December 18 marks a significant step in China's commitment to high-level opening up and building an open world economy [1] Group 1: Policy and Implementation - The Hainan Free Trade Port aims to deepen reforms and expand openness in various fields, establishing itself as a key gateway for China's new era of opening up [1] - Comprehensive preparations for the soft and hard infrastructure for the port's operation have been completed, with successful pressure tests conducted at key ports [1][2] - The Hainan Provincial Government has introduced various policies, including import tax item catalogs and customs supervision methods, to support the port's operational framework [2] Group 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework - Hainan has implemented international arbitration regulations to protect the rights of foreign enterprises, showcasing flexibility and cost-effectiveness in dispute resolution [3] - The province has developed 173 innovative institutional integration cases, with 82 recognized at the national level, enhancing regulatory coherence [3] Group 3: Business Environment and Economic Growth - Hainan has optimized its business environment, leading to significant growth in trade and investment, with an average annual increase of 31.3% in goods and services imports and exports from 2020 to 2024 [4] - The establishment of a "single window" for international trade and investment has streamlined processes, contributing to a more favorable business climate [4] - The actual use of foreign capital in Hainan has reached $15.15 billion, surpassing the total for the first 32 years after the province's establishment [4] Group 4: Future Outlook - Hainan is positioned as a comprehensive experimental platform for reform and opening up, with a focus on exploring new growth drivers and advantages [5] - The province aims to attract global resources and promote industrial development through high-level openness [6]

Core Viewpoint - The official launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port on December 18 marks a significant step in China's commitment to high-level opening up and building an open world economy [1] Group 1: Policy and Implementation - The central government emphasizes the importance of Hainan as a model for reform and opening up in the new era, aiming to create a world-class free trade port [1] - Hainan has completed all necessary preparations for the full closure operation, including final pressure tests at key ports [1][2] - The provincial government has established a comprehensive policy framework for customs operations, including tax policies and regulatory measures [2] Group 2: Economic Impact and Growth - Hainan's trade and investment environment is being optimized, with significant growth in imports and exports projected at annual rates of 31.3% and 32.3% respectively from 2020 to 2024 [4] - The actual use of foreign capital has reached $15.15 billion, surpassing the total for the first 32 years after Hainan's establishment [4] Group 3: Innovation and Competitiveness - Hainan has introduced innovative measures to enhance the business environment, including a single-window system for international trade and investment [4] - The province has developed 173 integrated innovation cases, with 82 recognized at the national level, showcasing its commitment to aligning with international standards [3]

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of Hainan Free Trade Port is a significant decision by the central government aimed at deepening reform and opening up, with the full island closure set to officially start on December 18, marking a key step in expanding high-level foreign openness and building an open world economy [1]. Group 1: Hainan Free Trade Port Development - The Hainan Free Trade Port aims to become a crucial gateway for China's new era of foreign openness, focusing on institutional innovation and steadily improving its policy system [1][4]. - The port has seen significant growth in its shipping capabilities, with the total registered international shipping capacity at "China Yangpu Port" exceeding 7 million deadweight tons, maintaining the top position among national free trade zones [2]. - The Yangpu Economic Development Zone has become the first key park in Hainan to surpass a production value of 100 billion yuan, driven by the rapid development of the petrochemical and offshore wind power industries [2]. Group 2: Economic Cooperation and Industrial Development - The cooperation between Danzhou and Shenzhen has been initiated to enhance resource and technology matching, serving as a model for promoting mutual development between Guangdong and Hainan [3]. - The Danzhou Industrial Park is positioned as an important platform for Hainan's expansion of foreign openness, leveraging its proximity to Yangpu Port and Southeast Asia [3]. - From 2020 to 2024, Hainan's import and export of goods and services are projected to grow at annual rates of 31.3% and 32.3%, respectively, reflecting the effectiveness of its open policies [4]. Group 3: Innovation in the Biopharmaceutical Sector - Hainan has successfully shortened the drug approval process by half, attracting investment in the biopharmaceutical sector and facilitating the transition from generic to innovative drug production [5][6]. - The Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone has become a hub for medical innovation, with over 30 medical institutions operational and significant clinical technology advancements [6]. - The province has implemented over 60 regulations related to the business environment, enhancing its attractiveness for foreign investment, which has seen an average annual growth of 14.6% in actual foreign capital used [6]. Group 4: Tourism and Service Industry Growth - Hainan is transforming its tourism sector from sightseeing to experiential travel, with significant investments in wellness and therapeutic services in hotels [7][9]. - The implementation of the duty-free shopping policy has led to over 200 billion yuan in sales since its launch, with a notable increase in shopping activity following recent policy adjustments [9][10]. - The province is actively fostering new business models in tourism, including the integration of education and healthcare services, with 48 renowned domestic and international universities signed to establish partnerships [10].

Core Insights - The article highlights the transformation of Yangpu Port from a small fishing village to a significant international port, achieving a record container throughput growth of over 60% annually and processing large cargo ships of 200,000 tons [1][5]. Group 1: Historical Context - Yangpu Port was envisioned as a major port by Sun Yat-sen and included in Premier Zhou Enlai's key port list in the 1970s due to its advantageous deep-water coastline and proximity to major shipping routes [3]. - Initially, the port struggled with limited infrastructure and low throughput, with only 1 million tons annually and just two 10,000-ton berths when the Yangpu Economic Development Zone was established in 1992 [3]. Group 2: Policy and Economic Development - The approval of the Yangpu Free Trade Port Zone in 2007 and the launch of the Hainan Free Trade Port in 2018 marked significant policy shifts that positioned Yangpu as a demonstration zone for reform [3]. - The implementation of "zero tariff" policies and over 40 reform measures, including streamlined customs processes, significantly reduced operational costs and attracted major commodity processing companies from Singapore [3][5]. Group 3: Infrastructure Advancements - Yangpu Port has undergone substantial infrastructure upgrades, transitioning from a 50,000-ton capacity to accommodating 200,000-ton vessels, with the construction of a 300,000-ton crude oil terminal completed in 2006 [5]. - The port now operates 39 shipping routes globally, with 18 dedicated to foreign trade, reducing shipping times from two weeks to just six days for routes previously requiring transit through Singapore [5]. Group 4: Industrial Ecosystem Development - Yangpu Port has evolved beyond a mere cargo transfer point to foster a port-industry integration model, establishing a complete industrial chain with key enterprises in petrochemicals and biomedicine [7]. - The port's policies have led to the registration of 30 international vessels and the growth of shipping services, contributing to a 34% increase in the port's GDP in 2024 and the addition of over 20,000 new market entities [7]. Group 5: Future Prospects - The Yangpu Port's development plan for 2024-2035 includes investments exceeding 60 billion yuan in 27 port and shipping projects, aiming for an annual throughput of 12 million standard containers by 2035 [7]. - The port is set to become a key international hub for bonded oil supply and dual procurement, reflecting China's broader reform and opening-up narrative [7].

Group 1 - The Hainan Free Trade Port will officially start its full island closure on December 18, marking a significant step in China's commitment to high-level opening-up and the construction of an open world economy [1] - The overall plan for the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port emphasizes institutional innovation and aims to create a modern industrial system focused on five directions: agriculture, maritime, aerospace, green development, and digital economy [1][3] - The Yangpu Economic Development Zone has become the first key park in Hainan to exceed a production value of 100 billion yuan, supported by the establishment of 54 new domestic and international shipping routes over the past five years [2][3] Group 2 - The introduction of the super-large dredging vessel "Tongzhen" has increased the registered international shipping capacity of Yangpu Port to over 7 million deadweight tons, maintaining its leading position among China's free trade zones [2] - The cooperation between Danzhou and Shenzhen has been initiated to enhance resource and technology matching, showcasing a model for mutual development between Guangdong and Hainan [3] - The Hainan Free Trade Port has seen an average annual growth rate of 31.3% in goods and services import and export from 2020 to 2024, indicating a robust increase in trade activities [3] Group 3 - The Hainan Provincial Government has implemented policies to shorten the drug approval process by half, significantly boosting the biopharmaceutical industry and attracting investments [4][5] - The Haikou National High-tech Zone has transformed from a focus on generic drugs to innovative drug research and development, supported by favorable policies [5][6] - The actual use of foreign capital in Hainan has grown at an average annual rate of 14.6% over the past five years, reflecting an improved business environment [6] Group 4 - The tourism sector in Sanya is evolving from sightseeing to experiential tourism, with significant revenue contributions from non-room income at luxury hotels [7][8] - The implementation of the duty-free shopping policy since July 2020 has led to cumulative sales exceeding 200 billion yuan, with a notable increase in shopping frequency [8] - Hainan has signed agreements with 48 renowned domestic and international universities, enhancing its educational landscape and attracting a large student population [8][9]