According to related statistical data from customs authorites, the gross foreign trade value of the 9 inland citites in GBA (Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area) increased year on year by 13.2% to 5.71 trillion yuan during the first 8 months of 2024, which accounted for 20% of the nation’s gross import and export vlaue generated during the same period, breaking the historical record.

And, Shenzhen contributed about 51.8% of the gross foreign trade value of the 9 inland cities in GBA.