Core Insights - China's foreign trade has achieved scale growth and quality improvement, solidifying its position as the world's largest goods trading nation [1] - The customs system plays a crucial role in facilitating trade and ensuring efficient customs clearance processes [1][2] Group 1: Customs Efficiency and Innovations - Ningbo Zhoushan Port is projected to handle over 1.35 billion tons of cargo in 2024, ranking first globally [1] - The Beilun Customs in Ningbo has pioneered a "pre-inspection before loading" model for export consolidation, enhancing customs efficiency for small and medium-sized enterprises [1] - The Gongbei Customs has optimized the first "one-stop" system for passenger and cargo vehicles, reducing clearance time to under 10 seconds for vehicles without anomalies [1] Group 2: Strategic Developments in Border Areas - The Hongqilafu Customs has transformed from a remote town to a key hub in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor since its establishment in 2013, with year-round operations starting in December [2] - The customs service expedited the import of cherries from Pakistan, saving over 6 hours in clearance time and approximately 1500 yuan in costs per shipment [2] - The Yangpu Economic Development Zone is the first national-level development zone to enjoy bonded area policies, serving as a pilot for Hainan Free Trade Port [2][3] Group 3: Trade Facilitation and Agricultural Exports - The Yangpu Customs is implementing innovative regulatory measures to enhance logistics and customs efficiency in preparation for the Hainan Free Trade Port's closure [3] - Chongqing's first export of fresh lemons to Vietnam via the Western Land-Sea New Corridor was completed in just 48 hours, significantly reducing transportation time and costs [3] - The Chongqing Customs has launched initiatives to support the export of agricultural products, including a "green channel" for faster customs clearance [3]

Group 1 - The seventh China Western International Investment and Trade Fair opened in Chongqing, showcasing various local "black technology" products, including smart medical devices and drones [1] - Chongqing Xishan Technology Co., Ltd. has established a medical-engineering transformation base with local hospitals, focusing on innovative medical projects and achieving complete domestic substitution for its products, with 80% of components self-researched and produced [1] - The "33618" modern manufacturing cluster in Chongqing has been enhancing its capabilities through collaboration among government, society, industry, and enterprises, promoting the integration of industrial, innovation, financial, and talent chains [1] Group 2 - Chongqing Kaima Medical Technology Co., Ltd. has applied full magnetic suspension technology to develop core components for life sciences and semiconductors, reducing product prices to half of imported counterparts, benefiting both patients and market expansion [2] - In 2023, Chongqing's Dianjiang County has attracted over 10 billion yuan to build a smart valve industry base, integrating raw material supply, component processing, and valve production, leading to a high-end smart valve industry chain [2] - Chongqing Huida Lemon Technology Group Co., Ltd. has opened markets in over 30 countries with its annual lemon production of around 70 tons, planning to export processed lemon products [2] Group 3 - The Tongan District has established a virus-free seedling center and a lemon product R&D base, aiming to increase the added value of lemons by over ten times, while collaborating with neighboring cities to create a national core lemon production area of 1 million acres and 1.2 million tons [3] - The Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle is being developed as a significant economic and technological innovation center, with both cities enhancing mutual development and attracting numerous domestic and foreign cooperative projects [3] - The Western International Investment and Trade Fair reflects the rising industrial vitality and enthusiasm for cooperation in China's western region, with expectations for deepening practical cooperation with ASEAN countries through new trade routes [3]