Core Insights - The city of Hunchun in Jilin Province has become a major hub for the import of Russian king crabs, with 80% of China's king crab imports passing through this non-coastal city [3][4]. Group 1: King Crab Import Dynamics - Hunchun is responsible for shipping 4 out of every 5 Russian king crabs consumed in China, with an average daily sale of 150 crabs from the local exhibition hall during peak season [1][3]. - In 2024, Hunchun is expected to import approximately 1.5 million king crabs, valued at 3.31 billion yuan, which constitutes over 80% of the national total [3][4]. - The city has improved customs efficiency significantly, allowing for rapid processing times, with some drivers completing inspections in just a few minutes [3]. Group 2: Cross-Border E-commerce Growth - Hunchun's cross-border e-commerce trade has surged from 43 million yuan in 2018 to 6.6 billion yuan in 2024, with 17 companies achieving annual trade volumes exceeding 100 million yuan [6]. - The city has established itself as a logistics node for cross-border e-commerce, facilitating direct road transport to Moscow and launching dedicated freight lines to Vladivostok [6]. Group 3: Tourism and Cultural Exchange - The city is experiencing a rise in tourism, with over 260,000 people crossing the border through Hunchun in the first half of the year [6][8]. - The introduction of self-driving tours for Russian tourists has streamlined the process of entering China, with quick processing times for necessary permits [8].