河南与东盟的“双向奔赴”

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 China (Henan) - ASEAN Agricultural Cooperation Development Conference and the 4th "Belt and Road" (Henan) International Agricultural Cooperation Expo will be held in Zhengzhou from October 12 to 14, 2025, focusing on "Digital Intelligence Empowering Agricultural Cooperation and Innovation Driving Regional Development" to enhance Henan's integration into the national market and the Belt and Road Initiative [1] Group 1: Transportation and Trade - Henan's geographical advantages facilitate significant transportation networks, including high-speed rail and new maritime routes, enhancing trade efficiency [2] - The Zhengzhou-Bangkok cargo charter enables rapid delivery of Thai shrimp to China, covering a 200-kilometer radius in just two hours [2] - The China-Europe Railway Express (Zhengzhou) extends south to Laos, connecting with the ASEAN railway network, promoting ongoing economic cooperation [2] Group 2: Agricultural Cooperation - The collaboration between Henan and ASEAN has led to a rich exchange of agricultural products, with tropical fruits from ASEAN entering Henan markets and Henan's agricultural products gaining access to ASEAN supermarkets [3] - In 2024, Henan's agricultural exports to ASEAN countries reached $640 million, accounting for 30% of the province's total agricultural exports, making ASEAN the largest export market for Henan [3] - The ongoing RCEP benefits and the complementary industrial structures between Henan and ASEAN position Henan as a crucial support for China's engagement with the ASEAN market [3]