中国—东盟自贸区3.0版升级议定书签署 推动双方合作向数字、绿色、标准等新兴领域拓展 中国与东盟经贸合作提质升级

Core Insights - China has maintained its position as ASEAN's largest trading partner for 16 consecutive years, while ASEAN has been China's largest trading partner for 5 years, with trade volume reaching 6.82 trillion RMB in the first 11 months of last year, a year-on-year increase of 8.5% [1] Economic Cooperation - The China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 upgrade protocol has been signed, marking a significant milestone in economic integration, expanding cooperation into digital, green, and standardization fields [1] - The implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has facilitated deeper integration of regional supply chains, enhancing the trade relationship between China and ASEAN [6] Digital Economy - China and ASEAN are accelerating digital infrastructure cooperation, with projects in Malaysia and Indonesia enhancing regional computing power and digital economy collaboration [2] - The digital economy is expected to grow significantly, with cross-border e-commerce transactions between China and ASEAN maintaining over 20% annual growth, driven by digital technologies [2] Green Development - China is supporting green transformation in ASEAN through projects like large-scale solar power in Laos, which is expected to reduce coal consumption by 510,000 tons and CO2 emissions by 1.4 million tons annually [4] - The China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 is designed to facilitate green cooperation, promoting sustainable development and financial products for green projects [5] Industrial Cooperation - The China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 is expected to create a more stable environment for emerging industries, such as electric vehicles, by reducing compliance costs and enhancing local production capabilities [6] - Chinese companies are actively participating in ASEAN's industrial development, with examples like Changan Automobile establishing a new energy vehicle base in Thailand, contributing to local supply chains [6] Trade Growth - Trade in agricultural products between China and ASEAN reached $51.3 billion in the first ten months of 2025, reflecting an 8.9% year-on-year increase, facilitated by improved supply chain connectivity [7] - The establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership between China and ASEAN marks a new historical starting point for bilateral cooperation, enhancing regional stability and prosperity [7]