Core Viewpoint - The development of Free Trade Zones (FTZs) and National Economic and Technological Development Zones (NETDZs) is increasingly important in the current complex international situation, emphasizing the need for reform and innovation to enhance their roles in promoting economic growth and opening up the economy [2][5]. Group 1: Free Trade Zones (FTZs) - In 2023, the total import and export volume of FTZs reached 7.67 trillion yuan, accounting for 18.4% of the total import and export value of the country [2]. - The State Council has issued a notice to promote the replicable reform pilot experiences from the Shanghai FTZ, covering areas such as investment management, trade facilitation, financial sector openness, and service industry liberalization [3]. - The recent State Council meeting emphasized the need for FTZs to align with international high-standard economic and trade rules, increase institutional innovation, and explore differentiated approaches to achieve breakthrough results [4]. Group 2: National Economic and Technological Development Zones (NETDZs) - In 2023, NETDZs achieved a total import and export volume of 10 trillion yuan, representing over 24% of the national total [2]. - The State Council meeting highlighted the importance of strengthening the support for land, talent, and capital resources for NETDZs, and called for the development of supportive policies and measures [5]. - NETDZs are tasked with serving the overall national strategy, acting as experimental fields for institutional reform and innovation, and becoming pioneers in promoting high-level opening up and regional coordinated development [5].