Next week, on Thursday, December 18, 2025, Hainan is set to launch special customs operations across the entire island as part of the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) plan. This shift will unleash a wave of new perks—from zero import tariffs to a 15% income tax rate for companies and professionals—aimed at supercharging trade, investment, and more. 🌴
At the heart of this transformation? The One-Stop Aircraft Maintenance Industrial Base, where rows of jets stand ready for speedy, bonded repair. Imagine an aviation parts supermarket 🛠️, stocked duty-free, slashing wait times and cutting maintenance costs by up to 15%. Thanks to this model, snagging a crucial component can happen in hours, not weeks. ⏱️✈️
For Hainan, these policies mean a whole new level of two-way circulation of goods, capital, talent, and data between the island and the Chinese mainland. Regulated access at designated ports ensures smooth flows without compromising oversight. The result? A fresh runway for domestic and global players to land serious business. 💼
Civil aviation is leading the takeoff. Since 2022, the maintenance base has been building credibility—landing its first international Airbus A320 contract in October 2022 after teams proved their precision, checking every screw and circuit with zero compromise. That triumph opened the gates to further overseas partnerships. 🌐
With lower costs, fast-track customs clearances, and a fully operational bonded parts hub, Hainan is on track to become a key node in Asia’s aviation network. More carriers are lining up to tap into these advantages, fueling demand and driving expansion. 🚀
Looking ahead, Hainan’s FTP isn’t just about planes. Tourism, high-tech manufacturing, modern services, and tropical agriculture are all poised to thrive under this open-door strategy. As these sectors scale up, trade corridors, ports, and airports will hum with activity, positioning Hainan as China’s three zones and one center for reform and high-level opening-up. ✨
From salt-scented hangars to global jet bridges, Hainan’s FTP is ready to fly. Next week’s customs rollout marks a major milestone—one that will reshape the island’s economy and its role on the world map. Are you ready to take off with Hainan? 🌍🚁
Reference(s):
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