China Fully Implements Zero Tariffs for 53 African Countries With Diplomatic Ties

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Starting May 1, 2026, China will fully implement zero-tariff measures for 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic relations.

At midnight on the 1st, the Shenzhen Bay Port welcomed the nation's first imported goods after the measure took effect. Twenty-four tons of apples originating from South Africa, after rapid customs supervision and inspection by Shenzhen Customs, will be distributed to major supermarkets and fruit and vegetable wholesale markets across the country. The tariff on this imported South African apple was reduced from 10% to 0, significantly enhancing the product's cost advantage.

This implementation of zero tariffs is another major initiative following China's zero-tariff treatment for all least-developed countries with diplomatic ties, including 33 African least-developed countries, implemented on December 1, 2024. It will surely inject strong momentum into China-Africa trade and investment cooperation and Africa's development.

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