Core Insights - The China-ASEAN trade relationship has shown resilience and vitality despite increasing external uncertainties and challenges to international economic order [1][3] - In 2024, the total value of China-ASEAN goods trade reached a historic high of $982.1 billion, marking a 16.9 times increase since the establishment of the free trade area in 2002 [3] - ASEAN has become the largest trading partner for Zhejiang province, surpassing the EU for the first time in 2025 [4] Trade Growth - From January to October 2025, the trade value between China and ASEAN reached $862.7 billion, reflecting an 8.2% year-on-year growth [3] - Zhejiang's trade with ASEAN amounted to 710.61 billion yuan, a 16.2% increase year-on-year, with exports of new energy vehicles growing by 190% [4][6] - The import of agricultural products from ASEAN to Zhejiang increased by over 40% in the same period [7] Infrastructure and Logistics - The establishment of a comprehensive regulatory site at Zhejiang's airport has improved the efficiency of importing fresh produce from ASEAN, reducing transfer distances by 50% [7] - The "green channel" initiative has expedited customs clearance for imported seafood, allowing for rapid processing and distribution [9] Policy and Cooperation - The signing of the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 agreement marks a new phase in economic cooperation, enhancing customs procedures and trade facilitation [13] - The issuance of certificates of origin under the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement has increased by 15.7%, helping companies benefit from approximately 8 billion yuan in tariff reductions [11][13]
8627亿美元、8.2%,潜力大!“数”说中国东盟双边贸易逆势而上尽显蓬勃活力
Yang Shi Wang·2025-11-19 10:03