What does it mean to delete Article 9 from the Foreign Trade Law of the People’s Republic of China?
On December 30, 2022, the 38th meeting of the Standing Committee of the Thirteenth National People’s Congress adopted a decision to delete Article 9 of the “Foreign Trade Law of the People’s Republic of China” regarding the filing and registration of foreign trade operators. The decision will come into effect on the date of promulgation.
In an interview with a reporter from People’s Daily Online, several experts said that it is an international practice to waive the filing and registration procedures for foreign trade operators. Experts suggest that market players should seize opportunities in the international market to enhance product competitiveness; at the same time, government departments should continue to improve foreign trade policies and measures, and do a good job in the connection of related work and service guidance.
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