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Basic Knowledge of International Logistics

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International logistics refers to the organization of the reasonable flow of goods between countries, that is, logistics occurring between different nations. Its overall goal is to serve international trade and multinational operations by selecting the optimal methods and routes to transport goods from a supplier in one country to a demander in another country with lower costs, reduced risks, and ensuring quality, quantity, and timeliness.

  International logistics refers to the organization of the reasonable flow of goods between countries, that is, logistics occurring between different nations. Its overall goal is to serve international trade and multinational operations by selecting the optimal methods and routes to transport goods from suppliers in one country to buyers in another country with lower costs, reduced risks, and ensured quality and quantity in a timely manner.

  Characteristics of International Logistics

  1. Long logistics channels and multiple logistics nodes;

  2. Complexity of the logistics environment;

  3. High standardization requirements in international logistics;

  4. Risks involved in international logistics;

  5. Multiple transportation modes in international logistics;

  Types of International Logistics

  1. Classified by the flow direction of goods between countries, it can be divided into import logistics and export logistics.

  2. Classified by customs tariff regions of goods flow, it can be divided into logistics between different countries and logistics between different economic regions.

  3. Classified by the characteristics of goods transported across countries, it can be divided into international military logistics, international commodity logistics, international postal logistics, international aid logistics, etc.

  The Relationship Between International Logistics and International Trade

  1. International trade is the foundation and condition for the emergence and development of international logistics.

  2. The efficient operation of international logistics is a necessary condition for the development of international trade.

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