The 2000 revision of Incoterms took account of the spread of customs-free zones, the increased use of electronic communication, and the changes in transport practices. The new version offers a simpler and clearer presentation of the definitions of all the terms. As in the previous version,the trade terms of Incoterms 2000 are presented in a format which allows seller and buyer to follow a step-by-step process to determine their respective obligations.
2000年对国际贸易术语解释通则的修改考虑了无关税区的发展，商务活动中电子通讯使用的增加， 以及运输方式的变化。（3分）新解释通则对所有术语的说明均比原解释通则更加简单明了。（2分）和上 一个版本一样，2000年版的贸易术语的格式使得买卖双方可以逐步确定各自的义务。（2分）
