I. Definition of import and export
Import means that a country buys goods or services from other countries and introduces them into its own market for sale or use. Import activities usually involve monetary payment in exchange for ownership of foreign goods or services.
Export means that a country sells its own goods or services to other countries, thus obtaining foreign exchange income. Export activities help to promote domestic economic development, increase employment opportunities and improve international competitiveness.
Second, the impact of import and export.
The impact of imports on the domestic economy is mainly manifested in meeting the domestic market demand, improving consumer welfare and promoting technological progress. By importing, China can obtain high-quality and low-priced goods and services from abroad to meet the diversified needs of consumers. At the same time, import can also introduce foreign advanced technology and management experience to promote domestic industrial upgrading and innovation and development.
The impact of export on domestic economy is mainly reflected in creating foreign exchange income, promoting employment and enhancing international status. Through export, China can push its goods and services to the international market, earn foreign exchange income and support economic development. In addition, export can also promote the development of related industries, create more employment opportunities, and improve China's competitiveness and influence in the international market.
Three. Import and export policy control
The government usually manages international trade activities by formulating import and export policies. Import policies may include measures such as tariffs and quotas to regulate the quantity and price of imported goods and protect domestic industries and markets. Export policies may include export tax rebate, export credit and other measures to encourage domestic enterprises to expand their export scale and enhance their international competitiveness.
To sum up:
Import and export play different roles in international trade. They represent buying goods or services from foreign countries and selling domestic goods or services to foreign countries respectively. There are obvious differences between import and export in definition, influence and policy regulation. Correctly understanding and grasping these differences will help us to better participate in international trade activities and promote China's economic development and prosperity.
Legal basis:
People's Republic of China (PRC) Foreign Trade Law
Article 5 provides that:
People's Republic of China (PRC) implements a unified foreign trade system and maintains a fair and free foreign trade order according to law.
People's Republic of China (PRC) Customs Law
Article 2 provides that:
People's Republic of China (PRC) Customs is the national supervision and administration organ for the entry and exit of customs territory. In accordance with this Law and other relevant laws and administrative regulations, the Customs shall supervise inbound and outbound means of transport, goods, luggage, postal articles and other articles (hereinafter referred to as inbound and outbound means of transport, goods and articles), collect customs duties and other taxes, investigate and deal with smuggling, collect customs data and handle other customs business.