Hainan free trade port crosses $11.6 bn trade in 100 days

Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) has recorded strong early momentum following the launch of island-wide special customs operations, with total import and export value surpassing ¥80 billion (~$11.6 billion) in the first 100 days, marking a 32.9 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase.

Official data showed that 186 transactions were completed under the zero-tariff policy, covering goods worth nearly ¥1.7 billion (~$236 million), reflecting a 1.46-fold rise compared to the previous year. The policy also resulted in duty exemptions totalling ¥271 million (~$37.6 million).

The figures were released at a press conference held ahead of the 100-day milestone of the policy’s implementation.

Hainan Free Trade Port recorded trade exceeding ¥80 billion (~$11.6 billion) in its first 100 days of special customs operations, up 32.9 per cent YoY.
A total of 186 zero-tariff transactions were completed, covering goods worth ¥1.7 billion (~$236 million), while duties worth ¥271 million (~$37.6 million) were exempted, reflecting strong early momentum.

Launched on December 18, the island-wide special customs operations aim to facilitate smoother entry of overseas goods, expand the scope of zero-tariff items, and create a more business-friendly trade environment.

Positioned as the world’s largest free trade port by area, Hainan FTP is expected to play a strategic role in advancing China’s trade liberalisation and economic openness.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (JP)