# China’s zero-tariff policy for 53 African nations saves $106.6 million at Guangzhou Customs

https://mins.news/en/item/20987

- China News Service, 2026-08-13 08:33 UTC
- Economy
- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/cns-wire/2026-08-13/detail-ihfifqmx7361705.shtml

> China’s zero-tariff policy for the 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic ties generated more than 730 million yuan ($106.6 million) in import savings at Guangzhou Customs during its first three months. From May 1 to July 31, eligible imports exceeded 730 million yuan and tariff reductions surpassed 80 million yuan. Guangzhou Customs’ trade with African countries rose 25.3% year on year in the first half of the year.