What is the meaning of a black license plate with the character 'Ling'?

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Black license plates with the character 'Ling' are issued to foreign consulates in China. Below is relevant information about black license plates: 1. Issuance Scope: These plates are issued to foreign enterprises (including those from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), foreign and international organizations stationed in China, vehicles purchased by foreigners in their personal names for use in China, vehicles entering from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, or foreign countries, as well as temporary license plates for vehicles temporarily detained by customs or confidential institutions. 2. License Plate Installation: License plates can be directly installed on the vehicle body or mounted using a standard license plate frame, provided that the frame cannot be easily removed and must be secured with fastening devices to prevent removal at any time. The license plate frame must not use external, internal lock, electronic automatic shielding, or replaceable mechanisms that facilitate easy removal or replacement.