RCEP和自贸区3.0版协同增效 为全球经济发展注入新动力

Core Insights - The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo has opened, focusing on the synergy between RCEP and the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0, aiming to maintain an open and rule-based regional market to inject new momentum into global economic development [1][3] Group 1: RCEP and Economic Cooperation - RCEP has become a major platform for advancing economic integration in the Asia-Pacific region since its implementation, with the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area being a significant achievement over the past 20 years [3] - Guangxi has attracted a total investment of $2.23 billion from other RCEP member countries over the past three years, emphasizing its role in promoting regional industrial collaboration [1] - The implementation of RCEP has opened channels for small and medium-sized enterprises to access regional and global value chains, leading to increased international sales and diversified supplier channels [3] Group 2: Challenges and Initiatives - Despite the benefits, RCEP faces challenges such as insufficient actual usage by enterprises, prompting calls for collective efforts to help businesses translate their understanding of RCEP into tangible benefits [3][4] - A joint initiative was launched by the business community of RCEP member countries to address global trade protectionism and unilateralism, highlighting the need for sustainable and inclusive supply chain stability [4] - The collaboration between RCEP and the upgraded Free Trade Area is expected to enhance cooperation in various fields, including artificial intelligence, finance, and trade, thereby boosting digital trade competitiveness [4]