前述负责人指出，利用《电子商务协定》参与方众多的特点，《方案》支持北京市进一步拓宽与相关世 贸组织成员在个人数据保护和数据流动、数字贸易标准制定、物流等领域的合作，为企业"走出去"创造 良好环境和更多机遇，从而进一步扩大数字贸易国际合作机遇。 2024年12月，经过5年多谈判，中国、欧盟、澳大利亚等71个成员在世贸组织确认达成《电子商务协 定》。该协定涵盖数字便利、数字开放、数字信任、数字包容四大支柱，既纳入了电子交易框架、电子 认证和签名、无纸贸易等数字贸易主要规则，也在建立电子传输免征关税长效机制、便利电子支付等规 则上实现突破。 据介绍，这是我国在多边数字贸易规则制定方面取得的重要成果，是我国不断扩大高水平对外开放的里 程碑式协定，将为全球数字贸易和数字化转型提供稳定、透明、可预期的规则环境，也将惠及全球参与 数字贸易的消费者和企业。 "根据世贸组织规则，当前包括中国在内的协定参加方，正积极寻求世贸组织全体成员一致同意，推动 协定尽快纳入世贸组织体系并生效实施。"商务部世贸司负责人称，中国是首个试行协定的世贸组织成 员，标志着中国从"引领规则制定"迈向"引领规则实施"。 9月29日，商务部等5部门公开发 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the implementation of the "Working Plan" to support Beijing in being the first to trial the WTO's Electronic Commerce Agreement, which aims to enhance digital trade practices and establish a framework for international cooperation in this area [1] - The Electronic Commerce Agreement, confirmed by 71 members including China, the EU, and Australia, encompasses four main pillars: digital facilitation, digital openness, digital trust, and digital inclusion, addressing key rules for electronic transactions, certification, and tariff exemptions on electronic transmissions [1] - The "Working Plan" includes 41 specific measures aimed at fostering institutional innovation and creating replicable digital trade policies, which will serve as a foundation for nationwide implementation and showcase China's commitment to high-level openness [1] Group 2 - The plan aims to enhance trade digitalization by promoting the use of electronic documents such as bills of lading and invoices, and facilitating cross-border recognition of electronic certifications and signatures [2] - It seeks to establish a comprehensive data governance system in Beijing, including the creation of a data element market and enhancing personal information protection, while also improving the convenience of cross-border data flow [2] - The initiative includes optimizing the digital consumer environment by improving online consumer protection mechanisms and enhancing the transparency of telecommunications services, as well as promoting international cooperation in digital trade [3]

Core Viewpoint - The "Digital Comprehensive Bonded Zone" initiative in Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone is enhancing operational efficiency and facilitating innovative business models through the integration of electronic documents and data management systems [1][2][10]. Group 1: Digital Transformation and Efficiency - The "Digital Comprehensive Bonded Zone" is built on an integrated information management service platform, enhancing regulatory oversight while maximizing business efficiency [2][10]. - The "Three Document Integration" (electronic bill of lading, electronic delivery order, and electronic warehouse receipt) has significantly reduced logistics costs by 30% and improved funding turnover efficiency by over 80% [5][7]. - Traditional processes that took 5-7 working days for financing have been compressed to real-time disbursement, showcasing the efficiency of the new digital processes [5][7]. Group 2: Innovative Business Models - The integration of electronic documents allows for a drastic reduction in document processing times, with electronic bills of lading taking only 1-2 hours and electronic delivery orders taking 3-4 minutes [7]. - The new business model is expected to stimulate growth across the entire supply chain, transforming operational challenges into profit opportunities [7][8]. - The platform enables real-time tracking and management of goods, enhancing regulatory efficiency and convenience for enterprises [8]. Group 3: Market Expansion and Global Reach - The digital transformation has allowed companies to expand their market reach beyond China, with strong demand from clients in Asia-Pacific, Korea, Australia, and the Americas [9]. - The Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone has facilitated the completion of 41 digital fuel supply services, significantly improving the efficiency and reliability of international shipping fuel supply [9]. Group 4: Economic Impact and Growth Metrics - The Yangshan Special Comprehensive Bonded Zone has achieved a cumulative import and export value exceeding 1.05 trillion yuan, with an annual compound growth rate of 22% [11]. - In the first seven months of this year, the import and export value reached 211 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 32% [11].

Core Viewpoint - The development of inventory and warehouse receipt financing in China has faced significant challenges since the "Shanghai Steel Trade Case" in 2012, and there is a pressing need for improved regulations, standardization, and digitalization to revitalize this market segment [1][4][16]. Regulatory Environment - In developed countries, warehouse financing operates under a well-established legal framework, including laws specific to warehouse receipts and industry standards, which are lacking in China [2][5]. - China's current legal framework is fragmented, with no dedicated "Warehouse Receipt Law," leading to issues such as multiple pledges on a single asset and difficulties in verifying the authenticity of warehouse receipts [5][6]. Market Potential - The potential market demand for inventory financing in China is estimated at 75 trillion yuan, highlighting the significant opportunity for financial warehouse services to bridge the gap between the real economy and financial services [4][16]. Challenges in the Industry - The lack of a clear regulatory authority and the absence of a cohesive standard system have resulted in uncertainty and risks in warehouse financing [5][6]. - The industry faces a fragmented application of digital technologies, with many small to medium-sized warehouse enterprises still relying on manual management, which hampers efficiency and increases risks [6][10]. Standardization and Digitalization - There is an urgent need to establish a comprehensive standard system for financial warehousing and warehouse receipt financing, including national standards for warehouse receipt issuance and management [6][9]. - The integration of digital technologies such as IoT and blockchain is still in its early stages, with significant room for improvement in data sharing and process automation [10][14]. Future Directions - The industry is encouraged to build a collaborative ecosystem involving regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and technology providers to enhance the standardization and digital transformation of financial warehousing [7][16]. - The establishment of a national warehouse receipt registration platform and the promotion of standardized practices are essential for improving transparency and efficiency in the financing process [8][9]. Trends in the Industry - The trend towards deeper integration of technology in warehouse management is expected to enhance operational efficiency and reduce financing risks [14][15]. - The increasing focus on electronic warehouse receipt financing is likely to attract more attention from financial institutions, driven by the advantages of efficiency and security [15][16].