Analysis of the Impact of Non-tariff Barriers on Xinjiang Cotton Import and Export Trade

Hongyu Ni, Feng Feng*

   School of Economics and Management, Tianjin Agricultural College, Tianjin, 300384, China

Abstract: Xinjiang is located in the northwest of China and has abundant light and heat resources, providing a large number of industrial advantages for the development of the cotton industry. The cotton industry is the leading agricultural industry in Xinjiang and plays an important role in promoting regional economic development. However, in recent years, the import and export situation of cotton in Xinjiang has undergone major changes. Due to the impact of non-tariff barriers, the export volume of cotton in Xinjiang has gradually declined, and the import volume has gradually increased. The cotton trade in Xinjiang has changed from a surplus to a deficit. This paper first summarizes the relevant theories of non-tariff barriers, and proposes measures to face non-tariff barriers based on the analysis of Xinjiang's cotton import and export trade.

Keywords: Cotton; Non-tariff barriers; Import and export