Core Viewpoint - The Shandong Provincial Government has unveiled the "Shandong Port and Waterway Layout Plan (2025-2035)", aiming to enhance the overall layout of coastal and inland ports and waterways over the next decade, addressing existing issues such as uneven distribution and insufficient regional collaboration [2][3]. Group 1: Coastal Port Development - By 2035, Shandong plans to establish a "fully capable, secure, efficient, smart, and green" port and waterway system, forming a world-class marine port cluster and a comprehensive inland waterway network [2][4]. - The plan emphasizes the role of Qingdao Port as an international hub, supported by Yantai and Rizhao ports, and aims to create a "5+5" maritime transport corridor to enhance international shipping capabilities [4][5]. - In 2024, the ports under Shandong Port are expected to achieve a cargo throughput exceeding 1.8 billion tons and container volume surpassing 44 million standard containers, maintaining the top position globally [5]. Group 2: Green and Smart Initiatives - The plan introduces innovative concepts of smart, green, and safe development, with the establishment of the first integrated green hydrogen project at the Bohai Bay Port, showcasing advancements in zero-carbon port construction [6][5]. - The green hydrogen project utilizes wind power to produce hydrogen, significantly reducing production costs and promoting sustainable energy use within the port [6]. Group 3: Inland Waterway Network Enhancement - The layout plan outlines a comprehensive inland waterway network centered around Jining Port, supported by regional ports like Zaozhuang, Heze, and Tai'an, with a total waterway length of approximately 3,100 kilometers [8]. - Jining Port has achieved a throughput of 55.75 million tons in the first half of 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 10.4%, solidifying its position as a key node in the inland waterway network [8][10]. - The development strategy includes the establishment of logistics centers and multi-modal transport hubs to enhance connectivity and efficiency in the logistics chain [9][10].

7月26日，深圳蛇口邮轮母港口岸正式启用全国首个海港口岸国际中转区，并迎来首批中转旅客。国际中转区的启 用将显著提升外籍旅客尤其是无签证人士的中转效率，预计通关距离将缩短一半，通关时间可减少80%。 "国际中转区启用后，我们将进一步加强有关部门的协同联动，不断优化业务操作规范及应急处置预案，持续优化 提升中转效率，用更多可复制可推广的先进经验，丰富打造海港口岸国际中转区的'深圳样本'。"市口岸办党组成 员、副主任姜成峰说。 采写 | 深圳晚报记者 李超 实习生 郭倩薇 深圳市口岸办海空铁口岸处副处长范伟擎表示，为提高中转效率，口岸办会同海关、边检、海事等查验单位及相 关部门，在全国无先例借鉴情况下，探索创新通关模式、优化查验流程、调配查验力量、科学设置通关流线，同 时建立了应急预案，和以往通关模式相比，旅客将减少约80%的通关时间。 为了提升查验效率，深圳边检总站蛇口边检站增设了专用封闭区域专门查验通道。该站边防检查处副处长赵卫东 透露，此举是为提供一站式过境手续办理服务，相比传统查验模式，能节省约两个小时。此外，边检部门还创新 实施免办签证、免填入境卡、免采指纹生物信息等举措，保障旅客通过中转区办理过境手续 ...

Core Viewpoint - The impending sale of Li Ka-shing's port assets, valued at $22.8 billion, raises significant concerns regarding national security and geopolitical implications, particularly with the involvement of a U.S. asset management firm, BlackRock [3][5][34]. Group 1: Transaction Details - Li Ka-shing plans to sell his global port network under CK Hutchison Holdings for $22.8 billion, marking a high-value exit strategy [3][5]. - The buyer is BlackRock, the world's largest asset management company, which aims to acquire critical shipping nodes [5][34]. - The sale includes 43 port assets, with the Panama Canal ports being the most strategically significant [9][11]. Group 2: Geopolitical Implications - The Panama ports are crucial for global trade, handling 6% of the world's maritime trade and a significant portion of China's external trade [11][13]. - Concerns arise that U.S. control over these ports could disrupt China's trade routes, posing a direct threat to its economic interests [13][15]. - The transaction has sparked a nationalistic backlash in China, with calls for scrutiny over the potential risks to national security [17][21]. Group 3: Regulatory and Political Response - Chinese authorities have indicated that the transaction will undergo antitrust review due to its implications for market competition and public interest [21][23]. - The Chinese government has signaled its intent to intervene, emphasizing the need for Chinese state-owned enterprises to have a stake in the deal [25][28]. - BlackRock has been compelled to include China’s COSCO Shipping as an equal partner in the acquisition to mitigate regulatory pushback [32][34]. Group 4: Broader Implications for Global Business - The situation illustrates a shift in the global business landscape, where national security considerations increasingly influence commercial transactions [34][36]. - The evolving dynamics suggest that future deals involving critical infrastructure will require reassessment of their value within national borders [38].

深圳新闻网2025年7月26日讯（记者 潘润华）7月26日，10名国际旅客搭乘港澳来往深圳蛇口高速客船抵达蛇口邮轮母港后，无需办理传统出入境手续，直 接通过国际中转区免签换乘，快速登上"招商伊敦"号邮轮，开启前往越南的邮轮之旅。这标志着我国首个海港口岸旅客国际中转区正式启用，蛇口邮轮母港 也成为国内首个具有国际中转功能的海港客运口岸。 "国际中转区的启用有利于吸引更多国际旅客经深圳中转，提升蛇口邮轮母港作为亚太枢纽港的竞争力，助推深圳国际化城市形象建设。"蛇口邮轮母港总经 理王晓晨介绍，"同时，中转便利有利于激活邮轮产业链，增加国际邮轮停靠航次及旅客量，提升消费规模，巩固深圳在邮轮市场的核心地位。" 今年以来，深圳邮轮产业加快发展，"爱达·地中海"号、"鼓浪屿"号、"太平洋世界"号等国际邮轮先后到港。面对邮轮旅客多元化的旅游通关需求，蛇口海关 深化"智慧旅检"应用，开展邮轮旅客行李"先期机检"改革，并大力支持离境退税业务，保障旅客即来即办、物品快验快放，激发旅客旅游消费潜力。 据介绍，下一步，深圳海关将继续落实支持邮轮产业发展相关措施，支持在邮轮中心开展跨境直升机业务，支持打造全国首个海空一体的海运旅检口岸， ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the potential sale of ports by Li Ka-shing to a consortium led by BlackRock and COSCO, highlighting the geopolitical implications of this transaction, particularly in the context of U.S.-China relations [3][4][10]. Group 1: Transaction Details - Li Ka-shing's Cheung Kong Group announced the sale of 43 ports across 23 countries for $22.8 billion (approximately 165.7 billion RMB) to a consortium including BlackRock and Mediterranean Shipping Company [4]. - The ports involved include strategically significant locations, such as those at both ends of the Panama Canal, which are crucial for East Asia's exports to the Americas [6][7]. Group 2: Geopolitical Implications - The sale of these ports to BlackRock, a firm closely tied to U.S. interests, raises concerns about the potential for the U.S. to gain control over strategic resources that could impact East Asia's foreign trade [10][12]. - The article suggests that this transaction is not merely a commercial decision but also reflects a broader geopolitical alignment, as Li Ka-shing has a history of actions that align with Western interests [11][13]. Group 3: COSCO's Position - BlackRock has expressed willingness to accept COSCO into the acquisition consortium, indicating a potential collaboration [2][14]. - COSCO has significant experience in port management and development, demonstrated by its successful turnaround of Greece's Piraeus Port and its involvement in the construction of Peru's Chancay Port [16][17]. - COSCO may opt to pursue independent acquisition or partner with domestic firms like China Merchants or CITIC, which possess both financial and operational capabilities [19][20]. Group 4: Strategic Choices for COSCO - COSCO has several strategic options: to acquire the ports independently, collaborate with domestic partners, or remain passive, thereby preventing BlackRock from gaining control [21]. - The article emphasizes that regardless of the outcome, the influence over the transaction has shifted from BlackRock to COSCO, reflecting a change in power dynamics [21][22].

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government is insisting that China COSCO Shipping Corporation must participate in the Panama port transaction, indicating a strategic interest in controlling a key global trade route [1][3]. Group 1: Strategic Importance - The Panama Canal is a crucial global trade route, with thousands of cargo ships passing through annually, making control over the port vital for trade security [3]. - If a U.S.-led consortium were to take control of the port without Chinese involvement, it would pose a significant risk to China's trade security [3][11]. Group 2: U.S. Response - The U.S. Congress has expressed strong opposition to any Chinese control over the Panama Canal port, labeling it an "unacceptable risk" to national security [5]. - Following the news of the potential transaction, the U.S. conducted military exercises in Panama, signaling heightened vigilance regarding the strategic location [5][7]. Group 3: Potential Outcomes - There are three possible scenarios for the transaction: COSCO successfully joins the consortium, the deal becomes stalled due to U.S. and Chinese opposition, or the situation escalates into a geopolitical conflict [9][11]. - The ongoing scrutiny of the legality of Li Ka-shing's original port concession adds complexity to the transaction, potentially delaying any sale [7][9]. Group 4: Broader Implications - The situation reflects a larger geopolitical struggle, indicating that the transaction is not merely a business deal but a significant power play among major nations [9][11]. - The involvement of COSCO is seen as a move to prevent China from being marginalized in a strategically important area, highlighting the intersection of commercial interests and national strategy [11].

Core Viewpoint - The release and implementation of the "Shandong Province Port and Waterway Layout Plan (2025-2035)" aims to build a modern, high-quality water transport system to provide strong support for the province's economic and social development [1][2]. Group 1: Port and Waterway Development - The plan proposes to establish a "fully capable, secure, efficient, smart, and green" port and waterway system by 2035, forming a world-class marine port cluster and an improved inland waterway network [1][2]. - The layout emphasizes the role of Qingdao Port as an international hub, supported by Yantai Port and Rizhao Port, with additional ports like Weihai, Binzhou, Dongying, and Weifang [1][2]. Group 2: Inland Waterway Network - The plan outlines a "one main, four auxiliary, multi-point" inland port cluster centered around Jining Port, with supporting ports in Zaozhuang, Heze, Tai'an, and Jinan [2]. - It specifies a total length of approximately 3,100 kilometers for the inland waterway network, structured as "one vertical, two horizontal, three main, and multiple branches" [2]. Group 3: Transportation System and Integration - The plan focuses on building a first-class, professional, and efficient port transportation system to meet the demands of the new era and optimize the port transportation structure [2]. - It aims to enhance the integration of ports and waterways with urban and industrial development, promoting a coordinated approach to water transport innovation, green development, and safety [2][3]. Group 4: Strategic Opportunities and Infrastructure - The plan provides significant strategic opportunities for Jining's inland shipping development, with a focus on establishing logistics centers and multi-modal transport hubs [4]. - Shandong aims to enhance its international logistics corridor, linking domestic and international markets, and expanding sea-rail and land-sea transport services [3][4].

Core Viewpoint - The "Shandong Province Port and Waterway Layout Plan (2025-2035)" aims to establish a world-class marine port cluster and an inland port network, enhancing transportation infrastructure and supporting the construction of a strong transportation demonstration zone in Shandong [1][2]. Group 1: Marine Port Development - The plan outlines the formation of a "three main and four auxiliary" world-class marine port cluster led by Qingdao Port, with Yantai and Rizhao Ports as wings and Weihai Port as a supplement [2]. - By 2035, the marine port cluster is expected to enhance Qingdao's status as an international hub and develop a "5+5" maritime transport corridor, positioning Shandong as a key player in Northeast Asia's international shipping [2][3]. Group 2: Inland Port and Waterway Network - The plan proposes an "one main, four auxiliary, and multiple points" inland port cluster centered around Jining Port, with Jinan Port and other regional ports as support [2]. - A comprehensive inland waterway network of approximately 3,100 kilometers is planned, featuring upgraded waterway scales and port functionalities, including the addition of two high-grade national waterways [2][3]. Group 3: Logistics and Infrastructure - Shandong has established 54 inland ports and opened 106 sea-rail intermodal routes, aiming to expand cross-border transport and create an inland port cluster that radiates nationwide [3]. - Qingdao Port is projected to handle a cargo throughput of 710 million tons and a container throughput of 30.87 million TEUs in 2024, ranking fourth and fifth globally, respectively [3][4].

Core Viewpoint - The Shandong Provincial Government has released the "Shandong Port and Waterway Layout Plan (2025-2035)", emphasizing the integration of national strategies and the development of a modern water transport system to enhance both domestic and international logistics [3][4]. Group 1: Planning Approach - The new layout plan focuses on implementing major national strategies, including ecological protection and high-quality development, leveraging Shandong's strategic location in the "Belt and Road" initiative and Northeast Asia economic cooperation [3]. - The plan aims to create a modern water transport system that connects coastal ports and inland waterways, facilitating the construction of international logistics corridors [3]. Group 2: Planning Principles - The plan emphasizes integrated development, highlighting the coordination between land and sea, and the synergy between coastal and inland waterway planning [4]. - It aims for systematic planning and overall layout, enhancing cooperation with key regions such as Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, Yangtze River Delta, and Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area [4]. - The plan introduces a "three categories and ten types" cargo transport system, optimizing the layout of maritime transport channels and defining the roles of inland ports in key material transport systems [4]. - It incorporates innovative, smart, green, and safe development elements into the planning, reinforcing its leading role [4]. Group 3: Planning Content - The plan aims for high-quality development, enhancing the status of Qingdao as an international hub port and establishing a world-class marine port cluster [5]. - It includes upgrades to inland waterways and port functions, adding two high-grade national waterways and elevating Jinan Port's status [5]. - The plan outlines six key areas for promoting integrated high-quality development in water transport, including land-sea linkage, smart water transport, and green safety [5].

Core Viewpoint - The Shandong Provincial Government has officially released the "Shandong Port and Waterway Layout Plan (2025-2035)", aiming to enhance the province's water transport infrastructure and support economic development through a modernized and high-quality water transport system [1][3]. Group 1: Overview of the Plan - The plan outlines a comprehensive layout for Shandong's coastal and inland ports and waterways over the next decade, focusing on building a world-class marine port cluster and an integrated inland water transport network [1][3]. - The plan is a response to the uneven development and regional coordination issues in Shandong's water transport sector, necessitating an update from previous plans issued in 2009 and 2012 [3][4]. Group 2: Key Components of the Plan - The plan includes eight sections: planning foundation, overall requirements, world-class marine port cluster, inland water transport network, port transport system, high-quality integrated water transport development, environmental impact assessment, and supporting measures [4][6]. - By 2035, the plan aims to establish a "fully capable, secure, efficient, smart, and green" port and waterway system, featuring a "three main and four auxiliary" world-class marine port cluster and a "one main, four auxiliary, and multiple points" inland port cluster [4][5]. Group 3: Marine and Inland Port Development - The plan emphasizes the role of Qingdao Port as an international hub, supported by Yantai Port and Rizhao Port, with additional ports like Weihai, Binzhou, Dongying, and Weifang enhancing the marine port cluster [5][6]. - For inland water transport, the plan identifies Jining Port as the core, with supporting ports in Zaozhuang, Heze, Tai'an, and Jinan, and outlines a comprehensive inland waterway network of approximately 3,100 kilometers [5][6]. Group 4: Transport System and Integration - The plan focuses on creating a first-class, efficient port transport system tailored to the needs of the province's industries and energy demands, optimizing the transport structure and enhancing service capabilities [6]. - It promotes integrated high-quality development of water transport, emphasizing multi-modal transport systems, coordination between ports and urban areas, and the advancement of smart, green, and safe water transport solutions [6].