视频丨从硬联通到软联通 中国—东盟3.0版开启区域经济合作新篇章

Core Insights - The signing of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 upgrade protocol on October 28 marks a significant step towards enhancing digital technology empowerment, supply chain connectivity, and green standard alignment between China and ASEAN countries [1][2]. Group 1: Logistics and Connectivity - Zhengzhou Airport has opened 46 international cargo routes, reaching 18 countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, focusing on both "hard connectivity" in logistics and "soft connectivity" through single-window systems and electronic bills of lading [3][4]. - The air cargo route between Zhengzhou and Kuala Lumpur has increased to daily flights, transporting nearly 10,000 tons of goods in one year, showcasing the growing logistics capabilities [4]. Group 2: Trade Facilitation - In Gansu's Lanzhou, a company was able to print a certificate of origin for the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area in under half a day, allowing for tariff reductions of 12% and 5% on exports to Vietnam and Indonesia, respectively [6]. - The protocol includes provisions for mutual recognition of certificates of origin and establishes a "single-window" platform for trade declarations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for businesses [6]. Group 3: Supply Chain Integration - The 3.0 version of the agreement aims to deepen the integration of supply chains between China and ASEAN, with a notable 40.7% increase in rubber imports from ASEAN and a 19.8% increase in exports of tires and auto parts in the first three quarters of the year [7][11]. - The Qingdao region has developed a robust rubber tire processing industry, supported by ample imports of rubber from ASEAN countries, facilitating a globalized industrial layout [9][11]. Group 4: Green Economy Cooperation - The green economy is a key area of cooperation in the 3.0 version of the agreement, with China’s leading technologies in electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries, and photovoltaic products providing a solid foundation for capacity cooperation with ASEAN [12][15]. - The protocol defines key concepts such as "green economy" and "new energy," establishing a framework for future cooperation in green trade, investment, and circular economy initiatives [15][19].