Core Viewpoint - Jiangsu Province is committed to taking on the responsibility of being a major economic province, achieving significant economic growth and high-level openness through deep reforms and effective investment strategies [1][3]. Economic Performance - In the first half of the year, Jiangsu's GDP reached 6.7 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.7%, surpassing the national average by 0.4 percentage points, maintaining the highest economic increment in the country [1][3]. - The province's total foreign trade import and export amounted to 2.81 trillion yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 5.2%, setting a historical record for the same period [1][3]. - Actual foreign investment reached 11.54 billion USD, maintaining the top position in the country [1]. Key Development Areas - Jiangsu has focused on five key areas: building a unified national market, expanding effective investment, optimizing the business environment, promoting urban-rural integration, and enhancing high-level openness [3][4]. - The province has made progress in breaking local protectionism and promoting efficient resource circulation, including the introduction of the Jiangsu Data Regulation and the establishment of a provincial data group [3][4]. Investment and Consumption - Major project investments totaled 423.2 billion yuan in the first half of the year, with significant contributions from equipment upgrades and consumption initiatives, leading to a retail sales growth of 5% [3][4]. - The "old-for-new" consumption initiative generated over 170 billion yuan in sales [3]. Business Environment - Jiangsu has been recognized as the best province for business reputation for five consecutive years, with a total of 14.61 million business entities registered [4]. - The industrial output value of private enterprises increased by 8.7% year-on-year [4]. Urban-Rural Integration - The income ratio between urban and rural residents decreased to 1.98, lower than the national average by 0.44 percentage points [4]. High-Level Openness - Jiangsu has fully removed restrictions on foreign investment in the manufacturing sector, with 400 Fortune 500 companies already invested in the province [4]. - The province's trade with countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative reached 1.39 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.5%, accounting for nearly half of the province's total foreign trade [4].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant progress and achievements of the Qianhai Cooperation Zone in Shenzhen, emphasizing its role as a testing ground for institutional reforms and deepening integration between Hong Kong and mainland China [1][2][3]. Group 1: Project Completion and Management Model - The Qianhai Innovation Education Group's Qianwan School, the first government investment project fully constructed by a Hong Kong enterprise, is set to open in September 2023 [1]. - The project adopted an international management model involving three main responsible parties: the construction unit, the architect team, and the construction unit [1]. Group 2: Institutional Reforms and Financial Innovations - Since 2020, Qianhai has implemented measures to facilitate the practice of Hong Kong professionals and enterprises in mainland China, gradually breaking down qualification barriers [1][2]. - Qianhai has pioneered various financial innovations, including the "one test, one certification, one pass" model and the establishment of a QFLP fund with a quota of $200 million, focusing on sectors like healthcare and advanced manufacturing [2][3]. Group 3: Economic Growth and Foreign Investment - Qianhai has attracted over 90% of the new QFLP funds in Shenzhen, showcasing its effectiveness in drawing foreign investment through institutional innovation [3]. - In 2024, Qianhai's import and export volume reached 706.65 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 42.4%, while the Qianhai Shekou Free Trade Zone saw a 52.3% increase [5]. Group 4: Youth Entrepreneurship and Support - The Qianhai Youth Dream Factory has incubated 1,021 Hong Kong entrepreneurial teams and disbursed 350 million yuan in support funds, with a significant increase in registered Hong Kong enterprises [4]. - In the first two months of 2025, Qianhai added 295 Hong Kong-funded enterprises, marking an 85.5% year-on-year growth [4]. Group 5: Global Connectivity and Trade Facilitation - Qianhai has established a new logistics model, "MCC Qianhai," enabling efficient global shipping and significantly reducing costs for businesses [5]. - The region has actively expanded its service trade, particularly in cross-border payments and technology services, contributing to its status as a high-level open gateway [5][6].

Group 1: Foreign Investment Trends - The number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises in China reached 36,133 from January to July 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 14.1% [1][3] - Actual foreign investment amounted to 467.34 billion yuan during the same period, showing a year-on-year decrease of 13.4% [3] - The manufacturing sector attracted 121.04 billion yuan in foreign investment, while the service sector received 336.25 billion yuan [3] Group 2: High-Tech Industry Investment - High-tech industries saw actual foreign investment of 137.36 billion yuan, with significant growth in e-commerce services (146.8%), aerospace equipment manufacturing (42.2%), chemical pharmaceuticals (37.4%), and medical instruments (25.5%) [3] Group 3: Policy Support and Future Outlook - China is expected to continue enhancing policies to attract foreign investment, including easing market access and ensuring fair treatment for foreign enterprises [3] - The Ministry of Commerce emphasized the commitment to high-level opening-up and quality development to address uncertainties in the global market [1][4] Group 4: Foreign Trade Performance - China's total goods trade import and export value reached 25.7 trillion yuan in the first seven months of 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.5% [4][5] - In July alone, the trade value was 3.91 trillion yuan, marking a 6.7% increase compared to the previous year [4] Group 5: Export Growth and Market Diversification - Exports of electromechanical products grew by 9.3%, accounting for 60% of total exports, with high-tech and high-value-added products maintaining strong growth [6] - The number of foreign trade enterprises with actual import and export performance reached 654,000, with nearly 90% being private enterprises [6]

Core Insights - The number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises in China increased by 14.1% year-on-year in the first seven months of 2025, totaling 36,133, while the actual utilized foreign capital decreased by 13.4% to 467.34 billion RMB [1] - The growth in newly established foreign-invested enterprises indicates strong foreign investment interest in the Chinese market, driven by high-level opening-up policies, improved business environment, and opportunities in high-end manufacturing and digital economy sectors [1][2] Industry Analysis - In the first seven months, the actual utilized foreign capital in the manufacturing sector was 121.04 billion RMB, while the service sector attracted 336.25 billion RMB. High-tech industries received 137.36 billion RMB, with significant growth in e-commerce services (146.8%), aerospace manufacturing (42.2%), chemical pharmaceuticals (37.4%), and medical equipment manufacturing (25.5%) [2] - The investment from ASEAN countries grew by 1.1%, while Switzerland, Japan, and the UK saw increases of 63.9%, 53.7%, and 19.5% respectively, indicating a diversification of foreign investment sources [2] Future Outlook - To attract and utilize foreign investment more effectively, the Ministry of Commerce suggests improving the foreign investment policy system, optimizing the business environment, and enhancing the "Invest in China" brand with tailored strategies for different investment sources [3] - The long-term outlook for foreign investment in China remains positive due to the country's economic resilience, large market potential, and ongoing improvements in the business environment, particularly in the service and high-tech sectors [3]

Core Insights - The number of newly established foreign-invested enterprises in China from January to July 2025 reached 36,133, marking a year-on-year increase of 14.1%, while the actual utilized foreign capital amounted to 467.34 billion RMB, a decrease of 13.4% [1] - The growth in newly established foreign-invested enterprises indicates strong foreign investment interest in the Chinese market, driven by high-level opening-up policies, improved business environment, and opportunities in high-end manufacturing and digital economy sectors [1][2] Industry Analysis - From January to July, the actual utilized foreign capital in the manufacturing sector was 121.04 billion RMB, while the service sector attracted 336.25 billion RMB. High-tech industries received 137.36 billion RMB, with significant growth in e-commerce services (146.8%), aerospace manufacturing (42.2%), chemical pharmaceuticals (37.4%), and medical equipment manufacturing (25.5%) [2] - Investment from ASEAN countries grew by 1.1%, while Switzerland, Japan, and the UK saw increases of 63.9%, 53.7%, and 19.5% respectively, indicating a diversification of foreign investment sources [2] Future Outlook - To attract and utilize foreign investment more effectively, the Ministry of Commerce suggests enhancing the foreign investment policy framework, optimizing the business environment, and promoting the "Invest in China" brand with tailored strategies for different investment sources [3] - The long-term outlook for foreign investment in China remains positive due to the country's economic resilience, large market potential, and ongoing improvements in the business environment, particularly in the service and high-tech sectors [3]

本次推介活动由福清市人民政府、福州市交通运输局、福建省福州港口发展中心、福州江阴港城经济区 管理委员会联合主办，中国铁路南昌局集团福州铁路物流中心、福州新港国际集装箱码头有限公司、福 建江阴国际集装箱码头有限公司、福建融港码头发展有限公司共同协办。 来源：环球网 本次推介会不仅是江阴港区拓展全球航运网络的重要里程碑，更是福清市提升港口国际化能级、构建高 水平对外开放新格局的关键举措。推介会成功搭建了政府、港口、航运、物流与产业深度对接、共谋发 展的重要平台，吸引了逾百家国内外骨干航商、顶尖供应链物流企业及大型工矿贸易企业代表踊跃参 与。与会企业一致认为，推介活动全方位展现了江阴港区得天独厚的区位优势、日益完善的国际化航线 网络以及巨大的发展潜力，对依托江阴港区拓展全球贸易、深耕"海丝"市场充满信心与期待。（文/王 元锴 吴剑 图/福清市影像中心) 8月21日至22日，福建省福清市成功举办以"福泽四海·港通五洲"为主题的福州港江阴港区国际集装箱航 线推介活动。 21日下午，逾百家国内外骨干航商、顶尖供应链物流企业及大型工矿贸易企业代表实地参观福州港江阴 港区口岸服务中心、铁路物流园、融港码头、福港集箱数智中心， ...

Core Insights - The eighth China International Import Expo (CIIE) will be held from November 5 to 10 in Shanghai, with ongoing preparations being conducted efficiently [1][3] - The event serves as a platform for high-level opening up and aims to attract global quality goods and services to the Qingdao market [1][3] Group 1: Event Overview - The CIIE pre-event supply and demand matching activity in Qingdao successfully took place, co-hosted by multiple organizations including the China International Import Expo Bureau and the Qingdao Municipal Government [1] - Six key buyers, including companies like Zhongde Ecological Park Industrial Development Co., signed cooperation memorandums with the CIIE Bureau [2] - Over 150 buyers from various sectors established initial business contacts with exhibitors during the event [2] Group 2: Participation and Engagement - The CIIE Bureau introduced various services for professional audience participation and highlighted the unique features of the business exhibition areas [2] - Notable exhibitors included companies from the food and agricultural products sector, technical equipment, medical devices, and service trade, with a total of 30 participating exhibitors [2] - Qingdao's government organized site visits for some exhibitors to local companies, promoting the transformation of exhibitors into investors and traders [2] Group 3: Economic Impact and Future Plans - Since its inception in 2018, Qingdao has organized high-profile delegations for the CIIE, involving over 8,000 enterprises and 17,000 professional attendees [3] - The city aims to ensure stable procurement transaction volumes and high-quality preparations for the upcoming CIIE [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that despite increasing risks and challenges in international trade, China's foreign trade has shown steady growth, with a cumulative import and export growth rate of 3.5% in the first seven months of the year, indicating a rise in both quantity and quality [1][2] - The growth in foreign trade is supported by three main factors: policy support, diversified cooperation, and the release of new trade momentum [1] - Policy measures have been strengthened since the fourth quarter of last year, focusing on cultivating new trade dynamics, enhancing public services, and helping foreign trade enterprises stabilize orders and employment [1] Group 2 - In terms of diversified cooperation, China's imports and exports to emerging and other markets increased by 5% in the first seven months, accounting for 65.5% of total trade, which is a 0.9 percentage point increase year-on-year [1] - The export of electromechanical products grew by 9.3% in the first seven months, making up 60% of total exports, with high-tech and high-value-added products like smart home devices, electric vehicles, and industrial robots maintaining high growth rates [2] - The number of foreign trade enterprises with actual import and export performance reached 654,000, with nearly 90% being private enterprises [2]

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China International Service Trade Fair (CIFT) will be held at Shougang Park, emphasizing China's commitment to high-level opening-up and enhancing global trade cooperation [1][4]. Group 1: Event Overview - The CIFT will feature over 800 enterprises intending to participate, focusing on the theme "Digital Intelligence Leading, Service Trade Renewed" [1][4]. - This year's fair will adopt a single venue model at Shougang Park, with an exhibition area exceeding 100,000 square meters [1][2]. Group 2: Economic Impact - In the first half of the year, China's service trade import and export totaled 38,872.6 billion yuan, marking an 8.0% year-on-year increase [2][3]. - Knowledge-intensive service trade has shown significant growth, with imports and exports reaching 15,025.4 billion yuan, a 6.0% increase [3]. Group 3: Policy and Support - Beijing has introduced a plan aiming for the city to rank among the top three in service trade by 2030, with digital services expected to account for around 70% of service exports [3]. - Shenzhen has released ten supportive policies to accelerate the development of digital trade and high-value outsourcing [3]. Group 4: Innovation and Collaboration - The CIFT serves as a platform for innovation, with over 70 companies, including Alibaba and Schneider, planning to launch more than 130 new products and achievements at the event [5]. - Nearly 70 countries and international organizations are expected to participate, with over 330 Fortune 500 companies showing interest in exhibiting [4].

Core Insights - China's foreign trade is showing a solid upward and innovative momentum, with a total import and export value of 25.7 trillion yuan in the first seven months of the year, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.5% [2] Group 1: Trade Performance - In the first seven months, China's exports of electromechanical products increased by 9.3%, accounting for 60% of total exports, which is a 1.1 percentage point increase year-on-year [2] - High-tech and high-value-added products such as smart home devices, electric vehicles, industrial robots, and ships maintained a high export growth rate [2] - A total of 654,000 foreign trade enterprises achieved import and export performance in the first seven months, with nearly 90% being private enterprises [2] Group 2: Challenges and Strategies - The international economic and trade environment is facing significant risks and challenges, with increased tariff barriers raising global trade costs and affecting supply chain efficiency and stability [2] - China will continue to expand high-level opening-up and focus on high-quality development to address various uncertainties in the global trade landscape [2]