Core Viewpoint - The recent revision of the "Credit Management Measures for Registered and Filed Enterprises by Customs of the People's Republic of China" aims to enhance the credit management system for enterprises, particularly in the context of increasing uncertainties in the external environment [1] Group 1: AEO System and Its Impact - The AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) system is a core component of the revised management measures, providing benefits to enterprises with high credit status and compliance levels [2] - As of the end of 2025, there are expected to be 6,876 AEO enterprises in China, contributing nearly 40% of the national trade volume despite representing only 1% of import and export enterprises [2] - AEO certification significantly improves logistics efficiency, as evidenced by a reduction in import inspection tickets from 112 to 5 per year for certified companies, leading to a decrease in inspection rates from 2.48% to 0.24% [2] Group 2: Changes in Credit Rating System - The credit rating system has been expanded from three levels to five, now including high-certified enterprises, certified enterprises, general enterprises, untrustworthy enterprises, and severely untrustworthy enterprises [3] - This expansion aims to provide a more accessible credit recognition pathway for small and medium-sized foreign trade enterprises, addressing previous concerns about high certification thresholds [3] Group 3: Error Tolerance Mechanism - The revised measures introduce a tolerance mechanism allowing enterprises to apply for rectification, with a maximum rectification period of one year during which their credit rating is temporarily retained [4] - The core principle of the tolerance mechanism is to "tolerate minor errors, prevent major errors, and promote rectification," aiming to mitigate unnecessary impacts on enterprises due to minor, non-intentional violations [4] Group 4: Overall Implications - The revisions reflect a commitment to support compliant enterprises while reinforcing deterrents against violations, thereby enhancing the role of credit in regulatory oversight and foreign trade stability [5] - The customs authority encourages enterprises to actively improve their credit status and align with AEO standards to foster a trustworthy and convenient foreign trade environment [5]

"我们向AEO企业实施了优先办理、减少监管频次、优化服务等一系列便利措施，有效降低企业贸易成 本。2025年，AEO企业平均进出口查验率仅为常规企业的18.5%，超过5.6万票货物优先得到实验室检 测，超过97%的AEO企业享受到'定期管理类核查每年不超过1次'等便利。"林建田说，海关还创造性推 动联合激励，如今AEO企业可以享受市场监管、税务等多个部门提供的"绿色通道"、简化手续等40多项 激励措施。 为了规范海关注册登记和备案企业信用管理，构建以信用为基础的新型监管机制，推进社会信用体系建 设，促进贸易安全与便利，新修订的《中华人民共和国海关注册登记和备案企业信用管理办法》将于今 年4月1日起施行，其中，AEO制度是核心内容。 "AEO资质不仅是企业国内通关的'VIP通行证'，更是其开拓国际市场、提升全球竞争力的'绿色通行 证'。"海关总署企业管理和稽查司副司长齐溟表示，下一步，海关将进一步扩大互认范围、深化互认合 作，助力更多中国诚信企业更加安全、便捷、高效地"走出去"，为促进包容和可持续的全球贸易贡献中 国力量。 AEO资质被视为开展国际贸易的"绿色通行证"。记者12日从海关总署新闻发布会上获悉，截至 ...

"守信者"享便利的鲜明导向，使广大进出口企业对申请AEO资质十分踊跃。企业信用培育是构建以信用 为基础的新型监管机制的重要环节，贯穿海关信用管理的整个过程。自AEO制度在中国实施以来，海 关就创造性地开展企业信用培育工作。在广东，黄埔海关创新打造广州东部AEO指导中心，关地协同 运用数字化、智能化技术，开展各类惠企政策宣讲和辅导，AEO企业提供"一对一"专属协调服务。截至 2025年12月底，黄埔海关已累计培育315家高级认证企业，这些企业以0.4%的企业数量占比贡献了辖区 50%以上的进出口额。 据介绍，海关将全力服务国家外贸发展大局，重点关注战略性新兴产业和未来产业，梳理外贸龙头企 业、产业链链主企业、新质生产力企业、"专精特新"中小企业名单，深化跨部门信用信息共享，建立并 动态更新AEO重点培育企业库，联合地方政府、行业协会开展辅导培训，不断拓展AEO政策普及面， 扩充AEO后备军，在保证AEO认证质量的前提下，帮扶更多企业获得AEO资质。 《光明日报》（2026年02月13日 10版） [ 责编：孙宗鹤 ] 光明日报北京2月12日电 记者张翼12日从海关总署获悉，为了更好助企惠企激发外贸主体活力，海关 ...

Core Viewpoint - The AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) qualification is increasingly recognized as a "green pass" for international trade in China, with 6,876 AEO enterprises contributing nearly 40% of the country's trade volume by the end of 2025, despite representing only 1% of all import and export enterprises [1][2]. Group 1: AEO Qualification and Impact - AEO is an abbreviation for "Authorized Economic Operator," a certification system advocated by the World Customs Organization that provides preferential treatment to enterprises with high credit status, compliance, and security levels [1]. - By 2025, the average inspection rate for AEO enterprises will be only 18.5% of that for regular enterprises, with over 97% of AEO enterprises benefiting from reduced frequency of inspections [2]. Group 2: International Cooperation and Recognition - Since signing its first mutual recognition agreement in 2012, China has established AEO mutual recognition agreements with 32 economies, covering 58 countries and regions, with 52 of these agreements actively implemented, making China a leader in the number of agreements and countries involved [1][2]. Group 3: Regulatory Framework and Future Plans - A new regulation on credit management for registered and recorded enterprises will take effect on April 1, which emphasizes the AEO system as a core component, aiming to build a credit-based regulatory mechanism and promote trade safety and convenience [2]. - The customs authority plans to further expand the scope of mutual recognition and deepen cooperation to assist more Chinese enterprises in safely and efficiently entering international markets, contributing to inclusive and sustainable global trade [2].