Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce has issued the "Implementation Opinions on Expanding Green Trade," focusing on addressing shortcomings in enterprises' green and low-carbon development capabilities, the potential for carbon reduction in logistics, and the inadequacy of supporting systems for green trade development in China [1][2]. Group 1: Key Measures - The 16 specific measures proposed in the Opinions are aimed at actively expanding green trade and promoting trade optimization and upgrading [2]. - The measures include enhancing the green and low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expanding the import and export of green and low-carbon products and technologies, creating a favorable international environment for green trade, and establishing a robust support system for green trade [2]. Group 2: Green Product Export Performance - Green and low-carbon products have become a new driving force for foreign trade development, with significant export growth in recent years [3]. - For instance, in the first three quarters of this year, the export growth rate of wind turbine units and components exceeded 30%, while photovoltaic products have maintained an export value of over 200 billion for four consecutive years [3]. Group 3: Trade Fair Initiatives - Major trade fairs like the Canton Fair and the China International Import Expo have achieved 100% green power supply and 100% compliance with green standards for special exhibition booths [3][4]. - The Ministry of Commerce has introduced green-related indicators in exhibition statistics to monitor energy consumption and emission reduction more accurately [4]. Group 4: Collaborative Efforts for Green Trade - Various government departments are working together to promote green trade, with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology planning to cultivate 6,430 national green factories and 491 green industrial parks by the end of 2024 [5]. - The State Administration for Market Regulation is advancing the green product certification system to support the green development of foreign trade enterprises [5]. Group 5: Financial Support for Green Initiatives - The People's Bank of China is promoting the application of green finance and transition finance standards, encouraging financial institutions to provide more support for green service trade enterprises [6]. - This includes lowering financing thresholds and costs for light-asset and green service trade companies, as well as supporting the issuance of green financial products in global markets [6].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce has issued the "Implementation Opinions on Expanding Green Trade," focusing on addressing shortcomings in enterprises' green and low-carbon development capabilities, the potential for carbon reduction in logistics, and the inadequacy of supporting systems in China's green trade development [1][2]. Group 1: Key Measures - The 16 specific measures proposed in the Opinions are aimed at actively expanding green trade and promoting trade optimization and upgrading [2]. - The measures include enhancing the green and low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expanding the import and export of green and low-carbon products and technologies, creating a favorable international environment for green trade, and establishing a robust support system for green trade [2]. - Encouragement for foreign trade enterprises to adopt renewable energy and reduce carbon emissions through equipment upgrades and process modifications is highlighted [2]. Group 2: Green Trade Growth - Green low-carbon products have emerged as a new driving force for foreign trade development, with significant export growth in sectors such as wind power, photovoltaic products, and electric vehicles [3]. - In the first three quarters of this year, exports of wind turbine units and components increased by over 30%, while photovoltaic products have maintained export values exceeding 200 billion yuan for four consecutive years [3]. - Major trade fairs like the Canton Fair and the China International Import Expo have achieved 100% green power supply and green standards for special exhibition booths [3]. Group 3: International Cooperation - China is committed to an open and cooperative approach, focusing on deep participation in global governance of green trade, enhancing the "green content" of high-standard free trade zones, and aligning domestic reforms with international green standards [4]. - The goal is to strengthen and enhance China's capacity to serve global green trade and share low-carbon achievements with the world [4]. Group 4: Collaborative Efforts - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology plans to cultivate 6,430 national green factories and 491 green industrial parks by the end of 2024, with green factories accounting for over 20% of total output [5]. - The market regulatory authority aims to advance the green product certification system and expand certification from products to entire supply chains [6]. - The People's Bank of China will promote the application of green finance standards and support innovative financing methods for green service trade enterprises [6].

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has issued 16 targeted measures to promote green trade, addressing existing shortcomings in enterprises' green development capabilities, carbon reduction potential in logistics, and the supporting system for green trade development [2][3]. Group 1: Measures for Green Trade Expansion - The 16 measures focus on enhancing the green low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expanding the import and export of green low-carbon products and technologies, creating a favorable international environment for green trade, and establishing a robust support system for green trade [3]. - Specific initiatives include encouraging foreign trade enterprises to adopt renewable energy, reduce carbon emissions through equipment upgrades and process modifications, and promote green logistics by shifting long-distance transport from road to rail or water [3]. - The establishment of a carbon footprint database for foreign trade products is also encouraged, along with the development of green product standards and certification systems [3]. Group 2: Performance of Green Products - Green low-carbon products have become a new driving force for foreign trade, with significant export growth in recent years. For instance, wind turbine exports increased by over 30% in the first three quarters of this year, and photovoltaic products have consistently exceeded 200 billion yuan in export value for four consecutive years [4]. - Electric vehicle exports surpassed 2 million units last year, while exports of green transportation tools like electric motorcycles and bicycles have also shown strong growth [4]. - Major trade fairs like the Canton Fair and the China International Import Expo have achieved 100% green power supply and green standards compliance for special exhibition booths [4]. Group 3: International Cooperation and Standards - China aims to enhance its participation in global governance of green trade, improve the "green content" of its high-standard free trade zone network, and align domestic reforms with international green standards [5]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology plans to cultivate 6,430 national green factories and 491 green industrial parks by the end of 2024, with green factories accounting for over 20% of total output [7]. - The State Administration for Market Regulation will advance the green product certification system and expand certification from products to entire supply chains [7]. Group 4: Financial Support for Green Trade - The People's Bank of China will promote the application of green finance and transition finance standards, supporting innovative financing methods for green service trade enterprises [8]. - Financial institutions are encouraged to provide more financing support for production services related to research and design, logistics, carbon emission certification, and recycling [8].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce has issued the "Implementation Opinions on Expanding Green Trade," focusing on addressing shortcomings in enterprises' green and low-carbon development capabilities, the potential for carbon reduction in logistics, and the inadequacy of supporting systems in China's green trade development [1][2]. Group 1: Key Measures - The 16 specific measures proposed in the Opinions are aimed at actively expanding green trade and promoting trade optimization and upgrading [2]. - The measures include enhancing the green and low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expanding the import and export of green and low-carbon products and technologies, creating a favorable international environment for green trade development, and establishing a sound support and guarantee system for green trade [2]. Group 2: Green Trade Growth - Green low-carbon products have become a new driving force for foreign trade development, with significant export growth in related products [3]. - For instance, in the first three quarters of this year, the export growth rate of wind turbine units and components exceeded 30%, while photovoltaic products have maintained an export value of over 200 billion for four consecutive years [3]. Group 3: International Cooperation - China is committed to an open and cooperative approach, focusing on deep participation in global governance of green trade, enhancing the "green content" of high-standard free trade zones, and aligning domestic reforms with international green standards [4]. Group 4: Collaborative Efforts - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology plans to cultivate 6,430 national green factories and 491 green industrial parks by the end of 2024, with green factories accounting for over 20% of total output [5]. - The State Administration for Market Regulation will advance the green product certification system to support the green development of foreign trade enterprises [6].

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Commerce has issued the "Implementation Opinions on Expanding Green Trade," focusing on addressing shortcomings in enterprises' green and low-carbon development capabilities, the potential for carbon reduction in logistics, and the inadequacy of supporting systems in China's green trade development [1][2]. Group 1: Key Measures - The 16 specific measures proposed in the Opinions are aimed at actively expanding green trade and promoting trade optimization and upgrading [2]. - The measures are categorized into four main areas: enhancing the green and low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expanding the import and export of green and low-carbon products and technologies, creating a favorable international environment for green trade, and establishing a robust support system for green trade [2]. - Encouragement for foreign trade enterprises to adopt renewable energy and implement equipment upgrades and process modifications to reduce carbon emissions from foreign trade products [2]. Group 2: Green Trade Performance - Green low-carbon products have become a new driving force for foreign trade development, with significant export growth in recent years [3]. - For instance, in the first three quarters of this year, exports of wind turbine units and components increased by over 30%, while photovoltaic products have maintained export values exceeding 200 billion yuan for four consecutive years [3]. - The export volume of electric vehicles surpassed 2 million units last year, with strong growth in green transportation tools such as electric motorcycles and bicycles [3]. Group 3: International Cooperation and Standards - China is committed to an open and cooperative approach, focusing on deep participation in global governance of green trade, enhancing the "green content" of high-standard free trade zones, and aligning domestic reforms with international green standards [4]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology plans to cultivate a significant number of national green factories and industrial parks, with green factory output accounting for over 20% [5]. Group 4: Certification and Financial Support - The State Administration for Market Regulation will advance the green product certification system to support the green development of foreign trade enterprises, expanding certification from products to entire supply chains [6]. - The People's Bank of China will promote the application of green finance and transition finance standards, encouraging financial institutions to provide more support for green service trade enterprises [6].

Core Viewpoint - Green trade has become a core indicator of national trade competitiveness amid deepening global climate governance and reshaping trade patterns, as highlighted by the Ministry of Commerce's recent implementation opinions on expanding green trade [1] Group 1: Implementation Measures - The implementation opinions propose 16 targeted measures to enhance the green low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expand the import and export of green low-carbon products and technologies, create a favorable international environment for green trade, and establish a robust support system for green trade [2][3] - Specific measures include supporting enterprises in adopting green design, obtaining green product certifications, and encouraging carbon emission reductions through equipment upgrades and process modifications [2] - The establishment of a carbon footprint database and the promotion of green packaging and transportation methods are also emphasized to facilitate the transition to green trade [2][3] Group 2: Market Potential and Growth - The global market for electric vehicles, solar energy, and wind energy is projected to reach $2.1 trillion by 2030, five times its current size, indicating significant market potential for green low-carbon products [4] - China's exports of green low-carbon products have shown remarkable growth, with wind turbine exports increasing by over 30% in the first three quarters of this year, and electric vehicle exports surpassing 2 million units last year [4] - The implementation opinions aim to enhance the international competitiveness of green low-carbon products by promoting the use of recycled materials and developing sustainable fuel trade [4] Group 3: International Cooperation and Challenges - China is committed to participating in global green governance and enhancing the "green content" of its free trade agreements, despite facing challenges such as rising carbon footprint standards in international markets [6][7] - The Ministry of Commerce plans to engage in the formulation of international rules and standards, while the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology aims to increase the output share of green factories to 40% by 2030 [7] - The implementation of these measures is expected to create multiple opportunities for China's green trade, transforming trade structures and development methods [7]

Core Points - The Ministry of Commerce has released the first special policy document on green trade, outlining 16 targeted measures to enhance the green and low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expand the import and export of green low-carbon products and technologies, and create a favorable international environment for green trade [1][2] Group 1: Policy Measures - The document emphasizes strengthening financial policy support, enhancing export credit insurance for green low-carbon industries, and establishing a carbon footprint database for foreign trade products [2] - It aims to improve the carbon pricing mechanism and expand the trading scale of green certificates and green electricity to better meet the needs of foreign trade enterprises [2] - The establishment of a statistical monitoring and analysis system for green trade is also highlighted, along with the need for talent development in this sector [2] Group 2: Global Engagement - China is committed to participating in global green governance and will focus on deepening involvement in international discussions on green development at platforms like the G20 and APEC [3] - The country has proposed the "International Economic and Trade Cooperation Framework Initiative on Digital Economy and Green Development," which has received positive responses from over 50 economies [3] Group 3: Market Trends - The shift towards green trade is accelerating, with green low-carbon products becoming a new driving force for foreign trade, projected to reach a global market size of $2.1 trillion by 2030 [4] - Exports of green low-carbon products from China have shown significant growth, with wind turbine exports increasing over 30% and electric vehicle exports surpassing 2 million units last year [4] - The international market is increasingly interested in comprehensive solutions that include not just products but also technology, services, and management [4] Group 4: Financial Support - The People's Bank of China is focusing on enhancing financial support for green service trade through tools like green credit, green bonds, and green equity funds [5][6] - Efforts will be made to lower financing thresholds and costs for light-asset green service trade enterprises, facilitating their access to funding [6] - The aim is to issue green financial products in global markets, providing more Chinese green assets to global investors [6]

Core Viewpoint - The development of green trade is a crucial measure for optimizing trade and accelerating the construction of a strong trading nation, as outlined in the "Implementation Opinions" released by the Ministry of Commerce on October 30 [1][2]. Group 1: Green Trade Development - The Ministry of Commerce aims to enrich the global supply of green low-carbon products and services, filling the "green gap" and injecting more "green positive energy" into global climate governance [2]. - Green trade will promote trade optimization through a "dual drive" approach, focusing on exporting green products and technologies while pushing for innovation in production methods via green standards and supply chain management [2][3]. - The global market for electric vehicles, solar energy, and wind energy is projected to reach $2.1 trillion by 2030, five times its current size, indicating a significant market opportunity for green products [2]. Group 2: Performance of Green Products - China's exports of green low-carbon products have shown remarkable growth, with wind turbine components increasing by over 30% in the first three quarters of this year, and photovoltaic products exceeding 200 billion yuan in export value for four consecutive years [2][3]. - The export volume of electric vehicles surpassed 2 million units last year, with strong growth in green transportation tools such as electric motorcycles and bicycles [2]. Group 3: Policy and Structural Support - The "Implementation Opinions" propose measures covering the entire foreign trade supply chain, encouraging the use of recycled materials and eco-friendly packaging to minimize resource waste and environmental pollution [4][5]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has created 451 green design enterprises and developed over 40,000 green products, with green factories accounting for over 20% of total output [3][4]. Group 4: International Cooperation - China has received positive responses from over 50 economies regarding the "International Economic and Trade Cooperation Framework Initiative for Digital Economy and Green Development," promoting green trade on a global scale [6]. - The upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 agreement includes green economy initiatives, marking a significant step in regional cooperation for sustainable development [6][7]. - Eight priority cooperation areas have been established, including green trade, investment, and sustainable finance, to support the development of a green economy in the region [7].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the release of the first special policy document on green trade by the Ministry of Commerce, which aims to enhance the green and low-carbon development capabilities of foreign trade enterprises and promote the optimization and upgrading of trade to support China's dual carbon goals and global climate governance [2][4]. Group 1: Policy Measures - The document outlines 16 targeted measures to promote green trade, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of foreign trade enterprises, expanding the import and export of green low-carbon products and technologies, and establishing a robust support system for green trade [2][4]. - Key measures include strengthening financial policy support, developing a carbon footprint database for foreign trade products, and improving the carbon pricing mechanism [4][9]. Group 2: Global Participation - China aims to actively participate in global green governance through platforms like the G20, BRICS, and APEC, sharing its practices and proposals for green development [5]. - The country has proposed the "International Economic and Trade Cooperation Framework Initiative on Digital Economy and Green Development," which has received positive responses from over 50 economies [5]. Group 3: Market Trends - The shift towards green trade is accelerating, with green low-carbon products becoming a new driving force for foreign trade. The global market for electric vehicles, solar, and wind energy products is projected to reach $2.1 trillion by 2030, five times the current size [7]. - In recent years, China's exports of green low-carbon products have shown significant growth, with wind turbine components increasing by over 30% in the first three quarters of this year, and electric vehicle exports surpassing 2 million units last year [7]. Group 4: Financial Support - Financial policies are crucial for establishing a support system for green trade, with tools like green credit, green bonds, and green equity funds being emphasized [9]. - The People's Bank of China plans to lower financing thresholds for light-asset green service trade enterprises, facilitating their access to funding [9].

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government is actively promoting green trade to optimize trade structures, support the "dual carbon" goals, and enhance global climate governance, as outlined in the newly issued "Implementation Opinions" by the Ministry of Commerce [1][4]. Group 1: Green Trade Development - The "Implementation Opinions" is the first specialized policy document in the field of green trade, focusing on addressing weaknesses in China's green trade development, such as the lack of corporate low-carbon development capabilities and incomplete support systems [1][4]. - China aims to strengthen international cooperation and actively participate in the formulation of global green trade rules and standards, promoting a fair and inclusive global governance system for green trade [3][4]. Group 2: International Cooperation and Agreements - China is committed to incorporating trade and environmental content into existing free trade agreements (FTAs), with recent agreements including a dedicated chapter on green economy in the upgraded China-ASEAN FTA [4][5]. - The country is also advancing negotiations with Switzerland, South Korea, and Peru to include environmental protection and green industry cooperation in their FTAs [5]. Group 3: Trends in Green Trade - China's foreign trade is increasingly shifting towards green development, with significant growth in exports of green low-carbon products. For instance, wind turbine exports grew over 30% in the first three quarters of the year, and electric vehicle exports surpassed 2 million units last year [6][10]. - The global market for electric vehicles and related technologies is projected to reach $2.1 trillion by 2030, five times its current size, indicating a robust market outlook for green products [6]. Group 4: Supply Chain Upgrades - The green transition is leading to comprehensive upgrades in China's foreign trade supply chain, with companies integrating green principles into product design, production processes, and logistics [7][8][9]. - There is a notable shift from merely selling products to providing integrated solutions, as demonstrated by Chinese companies offering complete energy-efficient construction solutions and public transport systems abroad [10]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The Chinese government plans to continue aligning with global green low-carbon development trends, enhancing its capacity to serve global green trade and sharing the benefits of low-carbon achievements with the world [11].