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Chengdu Boosts Retail with New Tax Refund Policy

9/4/2025

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Jinjiang district in Chengdu, China, introduces a debut economy and departure tax refund policy, featuring over 600 debut stores and nearly 2,000 international brands.
Departure tax refund stores increased by 42% this year, resulting in a 219.5% year-on-year sales revenue boost.
New refund models improve shopping experiences for overseas travelers, contributing to a 5.9% rise in Chengdu's retail sales.

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Story summary

Jinjiang district in Chengdu, China, introduces a debut economy and departure tax refund policy, featuring over 600 debut stores and nearly 2,000 international brands.
Departure tax refund stores increased by 42% this year, resulting in a 219.5% year-on-year sales revenue boost.
New refund models improve shopping experiences for overseas travelers, contributing to a 5.9% rise in Chengdu's retail sales.