Core Insights - The value of food imports from countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative to Shanghai increased by 15.5% year-on-year in the first three quarters, reaching 135.34 billion yuan [1] Group 1: Trade Growth - Agricultural products have become a new highlight in trade between Shanghai and Belt and Road countries [1] - Fruits represent a significant category of food imports from these countries, benefiting from the rich fruit resources across over 150 countries and regions involved in the initiative [1] Group 2: Customs Facilitation - Shanghai Customs has implemented various measures to ensure smooth customs clearance for imported fruits, including a "green channel" for fresh fruit, 24/7 appointment customs clearance, and non-appointment inspection models [3] - Since October of the previous year, a pilot program for non-appointment inspections has been actively explored, which has improved trade facilitation and reduced time and economic costs for enterprises [3] Group 3: Specific Imports - A batch of coffee beans from Colombia, which joined the Belt and Road Initiative in May, was successfully cleared by Shanghai Customs, highlighting the quality and unique flavor of Colombian coffee [3] - The Hongkou Customs has proactively supported enterprises by providing policy briefings on imported food, addressing individual business needs in terms of policy consultation and customs guidance [3]