Steps for lower import tariffs help nation to broaden market access

BEIJING - China has taken solid steps in lowering import tariffs, sending out a strong signal it will keep its promise of further opening-up.

From May 1 this year, China had exempted import tariffs on all common drugs including cancer drugs, cancer alkaloid-based drugs, and imported traditional Chinese medicine.

It was part of a slew of substantial measures recently announced, as the country promised to significantly broaden market access.