外贸主体活跃度增强，民营企业保持较快增速。前11个月，常熟有进出口实绩的外贸企业3255家， 比去年同期增加239家，外贸主体活跃度持续增强。民营企业进出口882.8亿元，增长18.3%，较常熟外 贸整体增速高9.7个百分点，占比超五成；外资企业进出口632亿元，国有企业进出口26.8亿元。 对共建"一带一路"国家进出口占半壁江山，对非洲贸易增速较快。前11个月，常熟对共建"一带一 路"国家进出口755.7亿元，增长12.9%，占49%。对东盟进出口305.1亿元，增长22.5%，增速高于整体 13.9个百分点，占19.8%。同期，对非洲进出口60.8亿元，增长48.6%，展现出新兴市场的贸易潜力。 机电产品出口占比近半，对出口拉动作用明显。前11个月，常熟机电产品出口567.6亿元，增长 18.8%，占该市出口总值49.3%。其中，锂电池出口37.8亿元，增长43.1%；音视频设备及其零件出口 37.2亿元，大幅增长248.3%。 记者昨天（12月19日）从常熟海关获悉，今年前11个月，常熟外贸进出口总值1541.6亿元，同比增 长8.6%。其中，出口1151.8亿元，进口389.8亿元。11月单月进出口总 ...

Group 1 - The provincial government is focused on implementing the key tasks outlined in the speeches of Xi Jinping and Li Qiang, aiming to ensure the successful completion of the "14th Five-Year Plan" [1] - Emphasis is placed on stabilizing employment, enterprises, markets, and expectations while addressing weaknesses and leveraging strengths to maintain economic stability and growth [1][2] - The government plans to enhance effective investment, accelerate major project implementation, and stabilize the real estate market through targeted strategies [2] Group 2 - Initiatives such as the "Warm Winter Shopping Season" and "Su Products Su Goods" events are aimed at boosting consumer spending and revitalizing the service sector [2] - The government is committed to fostering new market opportunities and supporting enterprises in exploring emerging markets, including cross-border e-commerce [2] - Measures will be taken to ensure the protection of livelihoods, particularly for key groups like college graduates and migrant workers, while enhancing safety production standards [2]

Core Viewpoint - Liaoning Chaopeng Clothing Co., Ltd. successfully completed the first test order of the China (Anshan) Cross-Border E-Commerce Comprehensive Pilot Zone, utilizing China Post logistics to send products to Japan, marking a significant step in cross-border e-commerce development in Anshan [1] Group 1 - The successful completion of the 9610 first order test fills a gap in Anshan's cross-border e-commerce retail export sector [1] - The pilot zone now covers three types of cross-border e-commerce regulatory models: 9610, 9710, and 9810, along with the 1039 market procurement trade method [1] - A comprehensive foreign trade service system has been established, driven by both "cross-border e-commerce" and "market procurement trade" [1]

Core Insights - The market procurement trade model has significantly facilitated the export of pre-packaged food, achieving a total export value of 110 million yuan within eight months of its pilot launch in Guangzhou [1][2] - The model simplifies the export process for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), allowing them to overcome traditional trade barriers and expand into international markets [2][3] Group 1: Export Achievements - As of the end of October, Guangzhou Customs has supervised the export of 770 batches of pre-packaged food, marking a breakthrough in export value [1] - Over 540 SMEs have utilized this model to enter overseas markets, demonstrating its effectiveness in supporting local businesses [1] Group 2: Advantages of Market Procurement Trade - The market procurement trade model offers advantages such as simplified declaration, convenient customs clearance, exemption from value-added tax, and flexible foreign exchange collection, which lowers the barriers for SMEs to export [2] - The model has expanded the categories of pre-packaged food exports to ten and increased the number of export destinations to over 90 countries and regions [2] Group 3: Innovations in Regulatory Practices - Guangzhou Customs has implemented a procurement inspection and supervision model that allows for a single declaration and inspection for multiple products, improving customs efficiency by approximately 40% [3] - The introduction of a "one-stop" model meets the needs of enterprises for centralized procurement and global distribution, enhancing the overall export process [3] Group 4: Future Outlook - The pilot program for market procurement trade is seen as a new highlight for foreign trade growth, with plans to further innovate and expand export categories and target markets [3]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the visit of Sun Meijun, the head of the General Administration of Customs, to various customs and trade facilities in Hangzhou and Ningbo, focusing on the implementation of the spirit of the 20th National Congress and the development of high-quality customs services and modern port infrastructure [1] Group 1: Customs Development and Modernization - Sun Meijun emphasized the need to improve regulatory efficiency and service levels while exploring smart customs applications [1] - The integration of smart customs and smart ports is a priority, with a goal to support the Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in becoming a world-class strong port [1] - Suggestions were made to enhance regulatory systems to promote the sustainable and healthy development of cross-border e-commerce and market procurement trade [1] Group 2: Grassroots Engagement and Training - There is a strong focus on grassroots engagement, with an emphasis on building the smallest operational units into the strongest combat fortresses [1] - Frontline customs officers were encouraged to uphold the fine traditions of customs, enhance their skills, and maintain high political standards, discipline, and work ethic [1] - The article calls for grassroots innovation to contribute to the construction of smart customs and the development of the "14th Five-Year Plan" for customs [1]

Core Insights - The import and export volume between Guangzhou Customs and countries involved in the "Belt and Road" initiative reached 668 billion RMB from January to September, marking a 14% year-on-year increase [1] - The implementation of "advance declaration" and other facilitation measures by customs has significantly improved clearance efficiency for companies exporting to "Belt and Road" countries [1] - The market procurement trade model has simplified the export process for pre-packaged foods, allowing for cost savings and increased efficiency [2] Group 1 - The total export value of Guangdong's manufacturing to "Belt and Road" countries was 6.5 billion RMB, representing a year-on-year growth of approximately 100% [1] - The export of pre-packaged foods from Guangzhou to Malaysia was valued at around 100,000 RMB, showcasing the demand for Chinese products in international markets [1] - Since the pilot program for market procurement trade was launched in February, over 75 million RMB worth of pre-packaged foods have been exported to "Belt and Road" countries by the end of September [2] Group 2 - The market procurement trade model allows for a one-stop process for procurement, inspection, and export declaration, which is particularly beneficial for small-batch, multi-category exports [2] - This trade model has reduced logistics costs by 6,000 to 10,000 RMB per container, enhancing the competitiveness of companies in the international market [2] - The shift to market procurement trade has enabled companies to respond more effectively to the diverse demands of "Belt and Road" countries, facilitating quicker market entry [2]

Core Viewpoint - China's foreign trade has shown steady growth in the first eight months of 2025, with a total import and export value of 29.57 trillion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 3.5% and maintaining the growth level consistent with the first seven months [2] Group 1: Trade Performance - In August, both exports and imports increased, marking the third consecutive month of "double growth" following June and July [2] - Private enterprises remain the largest import and export entities, with a total import and export value of 16.89 trillion yuan, growing by 7.4% and accounting for 57.1% of the total [3] - Trade with ASEAN, EU, and the US are significant, with ASEAN being the largest trading partner at 4.93 trillion yuan (up 9.7%), followed by the EU at 3.88 trillion yuan (up 4.3%), and the US at 2.73 trillion yuan (down 13.5%) [3] Group 2: Policy Support - A series of policies have been implemented to stabilize foreign trade, including optimizing the business environment, reducing costs, enhancing financial support, and expanding market channels [4] - Customs reforms such as the "single window" system have improved clearance efficiency, significantly shortening the time for goods to pass through customs [4] - Financial support for foreign trade enterprises has increased, with innovative financial products like export credit insurance and trade financing being introduced [4] Group 3: Structural Changes - The structure of China's foreign trade is undergoing positive changes, with mechanical and electrical products showing strong export performance, totaling 10.6 trillion yuan (up 9.2%) and accounting for 60.2% of total exports [5] - Notable growth in exports of integrated circuits and automobiles, with growth rates of 23.3% and 11.9% respectively, indicates a shift towards higher value-added products [5] - New business models such as cross-border e-commerce are thriving, contributing significantly to foreign trade growth, with cross-border e-commerce imports and exports continuing to grow rapidly [5]

Core Viewpoint - The "City Procurement" platform in Changshu, Jiangsu, has fundamentally transformed the export process for small and micro enterprises, addressing challenges such as fragmented orders, complex export procedures, and compliance issues, thereby enabling these businesses to engage in cross-border trade more effectively [1][3]. Group 1: Platform Overview - The "City Procurement" platform was launched in 2019 as part of a national pilot program to facilitate market procurement trade, providing comprehensive services including merchant registration, cargo consolidation, customs declaration, and foreign exchange settlement [3][5]. - The platform has served over 40,000 small and micro enterprises, achieving an export volume exceeding 95 billion yuan (approximately 13.5 billion USD) and facilitating trade with 179 countries and regions [5][6]. Group 2: Operational Efficiency - The platform allows multiple small businesses to consolidate their shipments, with each container weighing around 10 tons and valued at under 1 million USD, thus simplifying logistics and customs processes [2][3]. - A digital monitoring and traceability system has been developed to ensure compliance and safety, allowing customs to access real-time data and documentation for each shipment [3][4]. Group 3: Economic Impact - The platform's services accounted for over 88% of Jiangsu's total export volume from January to July this year, highlighting its significance in the province's foreign trade landscape [5]. - The platform has particularly benefited the apparel industry, which constitutes about 20% of its total export volume, enabling many small merchants without prior export experience to successfully enter international markets [6][7]. Group 4: Regulatory and Support Framework - The platform connects with government regulatory systems to ensure efficient oversight of fragmented trade, enhancing compliance while supporting the growth of small and micro enterprises [4][7]. - The platform has been recognized by the Ministry of Commerce as a model for stabilizing foreign trade and investment, with plans for replication in other regions such as Guangxi and Yunnan [7].

Core Insights - The article highlights the transformative impact of the "Shicaitong" platform in addressing the challenges faced by small and micro enterprises in cross-border trade, particularly in Jiangsu Changshu [1][2][3] Group 1: Platform Overview - "Shicaitong" provides a one-stop solution for fragmented export processes, including cargo consolidation, customs declaration, foreign exchange settlement, and tax declaration [2][3] - The platform has served over 40,000 small and micro enterprises, achieving an export volume exceeding 95 billion yuan (approximately 13.5 billion USD) since its launch in October 2019 [6][8] - The platform's services account for nearly 90% of Jiangsu's total export volume, indicating its significant role in the region's foreign trade [5][6] Group 2: Operational Efficiency - The platform allows multiple manufacturers to consolidate their goods into a single shipment, facilitating easier customs clearance and foreign exchange processes [2][3] - A digital monitoring and traceability system has been developed to ensure compliance and safety for each shipment, enhancing transparency for customs authorities [3][4] - The platform connects with government regulatory systems to streamline data sharing, improving oversight of fragmented trade activities [4][8] Group 3: Market Impact - The platform has adapted to the trend of smaller, fragmented orders in foreign trade, which has increased due to the rise of cross-border e-commerce [2][3] - The top export destination is the United States, accounting for 15.93% of total exports, followed by South Korea at 7.87% [6][7] - The platform has facilitated the export of various products, with clothing representing about 20% of the total export volume, supporting small businesses in entering international markets [7][8] Group 4: Future Developments - "Shicaitong" aims to extend its services internationally, establishing overseas offices and warehouses to assist local enterprises in reaching global markets [9] - The platform has been recognized by the Ministry of Commerce as a model for stabilizing foreign trade and investment, with plans for replication in other regions [9]

Core Insights - Yiwu's total import and export value reached 554.26 billion yuan in the first eight months of the year, marking a year-on-year increase of 24.9% [1] - Exports accounted for 486.6 billion yuan, growing by 23.7%, while imports totaled 67.66 billion yuan, with a significant increase of 34.0% [1] - The city's trade values represent 15.1% of Zhejiang's total imports and exports, with notable increases in market share across exports and imports [1] Trade Structure - Yiwu's main trade markets, including Africa, Latin America, ASEAN, and the EU, experienced double-digit growth, with imports and exports to ASEAN growing by 48.4% [2] - The total import and export value with Belt and Road countries reached 377.35 billion yuan, a 27.0% increase, constituting 68.1% of Yiwu's total trade [2] - Labor-intensive products and electromechanical products dominated exports, with labor-intensive products valued at 203.92 billion yuan, a 24.0% increase [2] Import and Export Products - Consumer goods led imports, totaling 37.18 billion yuan, which is 55.0% of the total imports, with beauty and personal care products showing a 10.6% increase [2] - Electromechanical products also saw significant growth, with imports reaching 3.3 billion yuan, a 51.3% increase [2] Future Developments - Yiwu is focusing on high-quality foreign trade development and expanding its international presence through new overseas markets [3] - The city plans to enhance its international trade reform efforts and broaden its logistics channels to support "brand going global" initiatives [3] - Upcoming activities include "Market Journey" and "Quality Foreign Trade Products of China" to integrate domestic and international market strategies [3]