Core Insights - During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China's customs has achieved an average annual supervision of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest in the world [3][4] - The customs authority has added and expanded 40 open ports, bringing the total to 311, and has implemented 964 items across 25 categories for cross-border trade facilitation [3][4] Customs Development - The customs modernization has made significant progress, enhancing regulatory efficiency and service levels, which supports high-quality development and high-level opening up [4][5] - The "One Port Pass" regulatory model in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has reduced cargo transfer time from 5-7 days to 2-3 days [5] Trade Facilitation - Cross-border trade facilitation is essential for high-level opening up and optimizing the business environment, with 108 reform measures introduced during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [5][6] - The customs has implemented a 7×24 hour appointment system for customs clearance and integrated with 30 departments for a "single window" service [5][6] Port Capacity and Structure - As of now, China has 125 water transport ports, 85 air transport ports, and 101 land transport ports, with significant increases in cargo volumes expected [7][8] - Special customs supervision areas have been established, contributing to one-fifth of the total import and export value while covering less than 0.01% of the national territory [7][8] New Trade Dynamics - The customs has innovated regulatory models for cross-border e-commerce and bonded warehouses, leading to a 2.6 times increase in the export of "new three samples" by 2024 compared to 2020 [9][10] - The protection of intellectual property rights has become a focus, with nearly 20,000 new rights holders registered during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [10]

Core Viewpoint - The State Council's press conference highlighted the achievements of the General Administration of Customs in safeguarding national security and promoting high-quality development during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period. Group 1: Achievements in Customs Operations - The General Administration of Customs has managed an average of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods annually, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally, ensuring safety and stability [2] - Cumulative tax collection reached 9.7 trillion yuan through comprehensive tax management and legal enforcement [2] - The "Smart Travel Inspection" system now covers 80% of air ports, allowing for seamless and rapid customs clearance for travelers [2] Group 2: Infrastructure and Trade Facilitation - The number of open ports has increased by 40, reaching a total of 311, establishing a comprehensive open port layout across land, sea, and air [2] - Exports of "new three samples" are projected to grow 2.6 times by 2024 compared to 2020, indicating an increase in the quality of exports [2] - Trade with Belt and Road Initiative partners is expected to reach 22 trillion yuan in 2024, significantly enhancing trade security and convenience [2] Group 3: Cross-Border Trade Facilitation - The General Administration of Customs has launched special actions for cross-border trade facilitation in collaboration with over 20 national ministries, resulting in 108 reform measures and expanding participation to 25 cities across 17 provinces [3] - The import and export of bonded maintenance business grew by 8.7% from January to July, reflecting the adaptation to industrial transformation needs [3] - Over 3,000 AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) enterprises have benefited from financing guarantees and credit facilities, with mutual recognition of AEO status established with 57 countries/regions [3] Group 4: Smart Customs Development - The General Administration of Customs is accelerating the construction of smart customs through institutional innovation and technological empowerment, enhancing regulatory efficiency and service levels [4] - Smart customs initiatives include the installation of advanced equipment such as near-infrared spectrometers and automated sampling robots, which have reduced customs clearance time for imported iron ore by over 15 hours [4]

Core Insights - The article highlights the achievements of China's customs in enhancing regulatory efficiency and service levels during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, supporting high-quality development and high-level openness [2] Group 1: Regulatory Efficiency and Security - Customs has managed an average of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods annually, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, marking the largest volume globally [3] - A total of 515 million pieces of prohibited items were seized, and over 180,000 cases of infectious diseases were detected [3] - Customs has established a comprehensive epidemic monitoring network covering over 220 countries and regions, enhancing quarantine measures at ports [3] Group 2: Quality and Safety of Imports and Exports - A risk monitoring system for import and export product quality has been established, with over 9 million batches of goods inspected [4] - More than 10,000 batches of non-compliant mineral products and recycled metals were returned, and over 4,000 batches of solid waste were repatriated [4] - A total of 12,000 batches of non-compliant goods were detected, including 68,000 non-compliant vehicles [4] Group 3: Trade Facilitation and Innovation - The "Single Window" for international trade has become a digital portal, covering 25 categories and 964 items related to cross-border trade [5] - Customs has implemented a big data intelligent risk control model, improving the interception rate of high-risk declarations by 16 percentage points [5] - The customs special supervision zones contributed to 1/5 of the total import and export value, with 43 billion tons of cargo handled at water transport ports in 2024, a 10% increase from the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" [8] Group 4: International Cooperation and Market Expansion - Customs has signed 519 cooperation documents and established 138 customs cooperation mechanisms with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative [9] - In 2024, trade with Belt and Road partner countries is expected to reach 22 trillion yuan, accounting for over half of total trade [9] - The average annual growth rate of trade with emerging markets such as ASEAN, Latin America, Africa, and Central Asia exceeds 10% [9]

Core Insights - The article highlights the significant achievements of China's customs modernization and trade facilitation efforts during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, showcasing the resilience and vitality of foreign trade amidst global uncertainties [1][2][8] Customs Development and Trade Facilitation - The annual supervision of import and export goods reached 5.2 billion tons, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally [1] - The introduction of 40 new and expanded open ports has brought the total to 311, enhancing the country's trade infrastructure [1] - The "One Network for All" initiative has streamlined 964 items across 25 categories, covering the entire cross-border trade chain [1][2] Innovations in Customs Operations - The "One Port Pass" regulatory model in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has reduced cargo transfer times from 5-7 days to 2-3 days [2] - A "green channel" for agricultural imports allows fresh fruits from neighboring countries to reach major markets like Guangzhou and Beijing within 7 to 30 hours [2] - The customs authority has implemented 108 reform measures to create a more convenient, safe, and predictable trade environment across 25 cities in 17 provinces [2] Smart Customs and Technological Integration - The integration of technology in customs operations is advancing, with a focus on big data and artificial intelligence to enhance regulatory efficiency and service levels [3][2] - The customs service is evolving into a new model characterized by networked interconnectivity, digital perception, intelligent analysis, and automated operations [2] Port and Trade Capacity Expansion - The number of water transport ports has reached 125, handling over 90% of the national cargo volume, while air and land ports have also seen significant growth [4] - By 2024, the import and export cargo volume at water ports is expected to exceed 4.3 billion tons, marking a 10% increase from the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" [4] - Special customs supervision zones have contributed significantly to foreign trade, accounting for one-fifth of total import and export value despite occupying less than 0.02% of the national territory [4][5] New Trade Dynamics and Intellectual Property Protection - The emergence of new trade dynamics, such as cross-border e-commerce and overseas warehouses, has accelerated foreign trade growth, with "new three samples" exports increasing by 2.6 times since 2020 [7] - The protection of intellectual property rights has become a focal point, with nearly 20,000 new rights holders registered and close to 100,000 intellectual property records filed during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [7] - The customs authority emphasizes the importance of protecting both domestic and foreign intellectual property rights to foster innovation and prevent infringement [7] Future Directions - The customs authority plans to continue enhancing regulatory efficiency, safety, and convenience while combating smuggling, contributing to China's modernization efforts [8]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article emphasizes the achievements of the customs in enhancing regulatory efficiency and service levels during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, contributing significantly to high-quality development and high-level openness [2] Group 2 - During the "14th Five-Year Plan," customs have averaged 5.2 billion tons of regulated import and export goods annually, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally [3] - A total of 5.15 million pieces of prohibited items related to politics, firearms, and explosives were seized, along with 180,000 cases of infectious diseases detected [3] - Customs have established a comprehensive pandemic monitoring network covering over 220 countries and regions, enhancing quarantine measures at ports [3] Group 3 - The customs have equipped over 10,000 advanced facilities for animal and plant quarantine, detecting 11,000 instances of animal diseases and seizing over 1.1 million tons of smuggled frozen products [4] - A quality safety risk monitoring system for import and export goods has been established, with over 9 million batches inspected, leading to the return of more than 10,000 batches of non-compliant mineral products [4] Group 4 - The "One Network for All" initiative has achieved comprehensive coverage of cross-border trade, with 964 items across 25 categories [5] - The customs have implemented smart customs measures, utilizing robots and non-intrusive inspection equipment, improving risk identification efficiency by 16 percentage points [5] Group 5 - The export of innovative products has increased significantly, with "new three samples" exports growing 2.6 times from 2020 to 2024 [6] - Customs have intercepted 1.83 million suspected counterfeit products this year, contributing to a total of 260,000 batches of suspected infringing goods seized during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [6] Group 6 - Customs special supervision areas have contributed to 1/5 of the total import and export value of the country, with 40 new and expanded open ports established [7] - The import and export value of customs special supervision areas is expected to grow by over 30% compared to 2020 [7] Group 7 - International cooperation has deepened, with 519 cooperation documents signed and 138 customs cooperation mechanisms established with Belt and Road Initiative countries [8] - In 2024, trade with Belt and Road partners is projected to reach 22 trillion yuan, accounting for over half of the total import and export value [8]

Core Insights - The article highlights the significant achievements of China's customs modernization and trade facilitation efforts during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, showcasing the resilience and vitality of the country's foreign trade amidst global uncertainties [1][2][8]. Customs Development and Trade Facilitation - The annual supervision of import and export goods reached 5.2 billion tons, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally [1]. - The introduction of 40 new and expanded open ports has brought the total to 311, enhancing the country's trade infrastructure [1]. - The "One Network for All" initiative has streamlined 964 items across 25 categories, covering the entire cross-border trade chain [1][2]. Innovations in Customs Operations - In the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the "One Port Pass" regulatory model has reduced cargo transfer times from 5-7 days to 2-3 days [2]. - The establishment of a "green channel" for agricultural imports allows fresh fruits from neighboring countries to reach major markets like Guangzhou and Beijing within 7 to 30 hours [2]. - The customs authority has implemented 108 reform measures to create a more convenient, safe, and predictable trade environment across 25 cities in 17 provinces [2]. Smart Customs and Technological Integration - The integration of technology in customs operations is advancing, with a focus on big data, artificial intelligence, and automation to enhance regulatory efficiency and service levels [3][2]. - The customs modernization efforts are supported by deep integration of technological innovation with industry practices [3]. Port and Trade Capacity Expansion - The number of water transport ports has reached 125, handling over 90% of the national cargo volume, while air and land ports have also seen significant growth [4]. - By 2024, the import and export cargo volume at water ports is expected to exceed 4.3 billion tons, marking a 10% increase from the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" [4]. - Special customs supervision areas have contributed significantly to foreign trade, accounting for one-fifth of total import and export value despite occupying less than 0.01% of the national territory [4][5]. New Trade Dynamics and Intellectual Property Protection - The emergence of new trade dynamics, such as cross-border e-commerce and overseas warehouses, has accelerated the growth of foreign trade [7]. - The export of innovative products has increased significantly, with "new three samples" exports growing 2.6 times since 2020 [7]. - Intellectual property protection has become a focal point, with nearly 20,000 new rights holders registered and close to 100,000 intellectual property records filed during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [7]. Future Directions - The customs authority plans to continue enhancing regulatory efficiency, safety, and convenience while combating smuggling and illegal activities to support China's modernization efforts [8].

Core Insights - The article highlights the achievements of China's customs in enhancing regulatory efficiency and service levels during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, contributing to high-quality development and high-level openness [1] Group 1: Regulatory Achievements - Customs has managed an average of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods annually, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally [2] - A total of 5.15 million pieces of prohibited items related to politics, firearms, and explosives were seized, along with 180,000 cases of infectious diseases detected [2] - Customs has established a comprehensive pandemic monitoring network covering over 220 countries and regions, enhancing quarantine measures at ports [2] Group 2: Quality Control - A risk monitoring system for import and export goods has been established, with over 9 million batches inspected, leading to the return of more than 10,000 batches of non-compliant mineral products and recycled metals [3] - Over 4000 batches of solid waste were returned to prevent "foreign garbage" from entering the country [3] - A total of 12,000 batches of non-compliant goods were detected, including 68,000 non-compliant vehicles [3] Group 3: Trade Facilitation - The "One Network for All" initiative covers the entire cross-border trade chain, with 964 items across 25 categories [4] - The "Smart Customs" initiative has been implemented, with 142 countries and regions participating in the global online cooperation platform [4] - Customs has reduced clearance waiting times by over 80% through remote video inspection and improved risk assessment models [4] Group 4: High-Quality Development - Exports of innovative products have increased significantly, with "new three samples" exports growing 2.6 times compared to 2020 [5] - The import of agricultural products has diversified, with 271 new products from 81 countries and regions added during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [5] - The average annual growth rate of imports and exports is 7.9%, with improvements noted in both eastern and western regions [5] Group 5: Intellectual Property Protection - Customs has seized 260,000 batches of suspected infringing goods, totaling nearly 400 million items, to curb infringement in import and export activities [6] Group 6: Special Supervision Areas - Customs special supervision areas contributed to 1/5 of China's total import and export value, with 40 new open ports established [7] - The total number of special supervision areas reached 174, with a 30% increase in import and export value compared to 2020 [7] Group 7: International Cooperation - A total of 519 cooperation agreements have been signed, with 85 new customs cooperation mechanisms established with Belt and Road Initiative countries [8] - In 2024, trade with Belt and Road partners is expected to reach 22 trillion yuan, accounting for over half of total trade [8]

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Core Insights - The General Administration of Customs has made significant progress in modernization since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan, supporting high-quality development and high-level openness [1][2] - The customs authority aims to enhance regulation, security, convenience, and strict enforcement against smuggling in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan [1] Group 1: Trade Volume and Taxation - Customs has an average annual supervision of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest globally [1] - Cumulatively, customs has collected taxes amounting to 9.7 trillion yuan [1] Group 2: Innovation and New Business Models - Customs has innovated regulatory models for cross-border e-commerce, overseas warehouses, and bonded operations, promoting regional coordinated development and enhancing new momentum in foreign trade [1] - Exports of "new three samples" are projected to increase by 2.6 times from 2020 levels by 2024 [1] Group 3: International Cooperation and Trade Facilitation - Customs has signed 519 cooperation documents with foreign entities, with imports and exports with Belt and Road countries reaching 22 trillion yuan, accounting for over half of China's total trade [2] - The customs authority has implemented 108 reform and innovation measures to create a more convenient, safe, and predictable trade environment [2] Group 4: Port and Special Zone Development - A total of 40 new and expanded open ports have been established, bringing the total to 311, creating a comprehensive open layout for trade [2] - Special customs supervision areas, such as comprehensive bonded zones, contribute to one-fifth of the national import and export value despite occupying less than one-twentieth of the land area [2] Group 5: Hainan Free Trade Port - The Hainan Free Trade Port is set to officially launch its full island closure by the end of the year, with preparations underway for customs supervision and the implementation of a smart supervision platform [3]

Core Viewpoint - The State Council's press conference highlighted the achievements of the General Administration of Customs in safeguarding national security and promoting high-quality development during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period. Group 1: Achievements in Customs Operations - The General Administration of Customs has managed an average of 5.2 billion tons of import and export goods annually, with a total value of 41.5 trillion yuan, making it the largest in the world [2] - Cumulative tax collection reached 9.7 trillion yuan through comprehensive tax management and legal enforcement [2] - The "Smart Travel Inspection" system now covers 80% of air ports, allowing for seamless and rapid customs clearance for travelers [2] Group 2: Infrastructure and Trade Facilitation - A total of 40 new and expanded open ports have been established, bringing the total to 311, creating a comprehensive open port layout across land, sea, and air [2] - The export of "new three samples" is projected to increase by 2.6 times from 2020 levels by 2024 [2] - Trade with Belt and Road Initiative partners is expected to reach 22 trillion yuan in 2024, significantly enhancing trade security and convenience [2] Group 3: Cross-Border Trade Facilitation - The General Administration of Customs has launched special actions for cross-border trade facilitation in collaboration with over 20 national ministries, resulting in 108 reform measures [3] - The comprehensive bonded zone's maintenance product catalog has been expanded, leading to an 8.7% increase in bonded maintenance business imports and exports from January to July [3] - Over 3,000 AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) enterprises have benefited from financing guarantees and credit facilities [3] Group 4: Smart Customs Development - The construction of smart customs has accelerated, with pilot projects at 63 ports showing initial success [4] - The integration of smart customs, border inspection, and maritime services has improved risk prevention and control, making customs clearance more efficient [4] - Advanced equipment and technology, such as near-infrared spectrometers and automated sampling robots, have significantly reduced customs clearance times, exemplified by a 15-hour reduction for imported iron ore [4]