中新社圣保罗1月16日电 (记者 林春茵)巴西总统卢拉16日在里约热内卢会晤欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩时 表示，南方共同市场(南共市)与欧盟达成的自由贸易协定基于多边主义伙伴关系，有利于多边主 义，"将创造历史"。 卢拉在会晤后举行的记者会上表示，南共市－欧盟自贸协定17日将在巴拉圭首都亚松森签署，两大地区 汇聚约7.2亿人口，国内生产总值合计22万亿美元，将成为世界最大自贸区之一。 卢拉说，南共市－欧盟自贸协定超越经济层面，"对南共市有利，对欧洲有利，尤其是对多边主义有 利"。他承诺巴西将继续努力开拓更多市场，并在世界各地建立新的合作伙伴关系。 南共市－欧盟自贸协定自谈判启动至今已逾25年，欧盟成员国本月9日经表决同意签署。冯德莱恩对巴 西在谈判中所作出的努力表示感谢，称这一自贸协定是"整整一代人的成就"。 同日，巴西副总统阿尔克明在巴西媒体撰文指出，在2025年巴西对外贸易创下多项纪录之后，"我们以 一系列利好消息开启了2026年"。(完) ...

Group 1 - German Chancellor Merz's visit to India is seen as a "key step in strategic shift," aiming to build a "de-risked" global supply chain [1] - Germany and India signed 19 cooperation agreements covering defense industry, semiconductors, critical minerals, artificial intelligence, higher education, and healthcare talent mobility [3] - The EU and India are expected to sign a landmark free trade agreement by the end of January 2024, with bilateral trade projected to reach €120 billion in 2024, making the EU India's largest trading partner [3] Group 2 - Merz aims to encourage India to reduce its military and energy dependence on Russia, despite historical close defense ties between India and Russia [4] - A defense industrial cooperation agreement was signed, but a notable submarine cooperation project did not reach a final agreement during Merz's visit, highlighting ongoing challenges in defense collaboration [4]

Core Insights - Thailand's trade volume showed significant growth in the first ten months before 2025, particularly with 18 countries/regions that have signed Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) [1] - The total trade volume reached $337.379 billion, marking a 13% increase compared to the same period last year [1] - China remains Thailand's most important trading partner, followed by ASEAN countries, Japan, and India [1] Trade Growth with FTA Partners - Trade with FTA partner countries grew at a satisfactory pace, with China increasing by 28%, India by 27%, ASEAN by 13%, and Japan by 2% [1] - Trade with FTA partners accounted for 59.2% of Thailand's total trade volume [1] Export and Import Performance - Exports to FTA partner countries reached $154.555 billion, with an 8% increase [1] - The highest growth in exports was seen in industrial products, which rose by 12% to $118.061 billion, while agricultural and processed agricultural products saw a 1% increase [1] - Imports from FTA partner countries totaled $182.824 billion, reflecting an 18% year-on-year growth [1] - The majority of imports were production inputs, making up 67% of total imports, including essential raw materials such as electrical machinery, machinery, chemical products, steel, and metal ores [1]

（来源：工人日报） 欧盟成员国近日投票通过欧盟-南方共同市场（南共市）自由贸易协定，协定签署仪式计划于1月17日进 行。有分析人士认为，欧盟与南共市谈判多年，双方均想在全球贸易形势复杂的背景下实现抱团取暖。 然而，欧盟内部对协定始终存在反对声音，未来协定仍要经欧盟各成员国批准，这意味着协定最终落实 并给双方带来期待的利益恐怕还需要一个艰难的过程。 另外，在美国意图加强对西半球的控制之时，南共市国家希望能够增强贸易自主性，减少美国的影响。 在欧美关系出现裂痕的情况下，欧盟也希望能进一步开拓在拉美的市场。 目前，欧盟-南共市自贸协定距离正式生效还有一段距离。从欧盟方面来说，协定签署后还需要欧洲议 会和欧盟各成员国批准。从南共市来说，协定也要各成员国批准。法国农业、农食和粮食主权部部长安 妮·热纳瓦尔已经表示，"战斗"尚未结束，将争取欧洲议会否决该协定。欧洲媒体也报道称，欧洲议会 内部有相当一部分议员反对该协定。 实际上，欧盟为促使欧盟-南共市自贸协定通过，已经采取多项措施，包括强化进口管控、设立危机基 金、加强对农民的保障，必要时甚至暂停对相关农产品的优惠关税等，有些关税实现减免的过程可能持 不过，协定的达成并没 ...

新华社布鲁塞尔1月9日电 综述｜欧盟成员国投票同意签署欧盟-南共市自贸协定 新华社记者康逸 张兆卿 欧盟成员国9日投票表决同意签署欧盟-南方共同市场（南共市）自由贸易协定，为双方正式签署该协定 铺平道路。当天投票结果显示，大多数欧盟成员国投票支持该协定，符合需得到27个成员国中合计覆盖 欧盟65%以上人口的至少15个国家支持的要求。该协定生效还需经过欧洲议会批准。 欧盟委员会认为，欧盟-南共市自贸协定对于扩大出口、支撑欧洲疲弱经济和在全球不确定性加剧之际 加强外交联系至关重要。据悉，为争取对协定持怀疑态度的成员国支持，欧盟委员会制定了多项保障措 施，包括强化进口管控、设立危机基金、加强对农民的保障，在必要时还将暂停对相关农产品的优惠关 税。 欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩当天发表声明说，这是一个双赢的协定，将创造更多商业机会，并推动欧洲在 战略领域的投资。她期待尽快前往巴拉圭签署这一协定。德国总理默茨称此次投票是"里程碑"，该协定 将有利于德国和欧洲。 欧盟轮值主席国塞浦路斯能源、商务与工业部长迈克尔·达米亚诺斯表示，该决定标志着欧盟在加强与 南共市的战略伙伴关系方面迈出了历史性的一步。相关协定将为双方企业创造新机遇 ...

欧盟成员国9日投票表决同意签署欧盟-南方共同市场（南共市）自由贸易协定，为双方正式签署该协定 铺平道路。当天投票结果显示，大多数欧盟成员国投票支持该协定，符合需得到27个成员国中合计覆盖 欧盟65%以上人口的至少15个国家支持的要求。该协定生效还需经过欧洲议会批准。 欧盟委员会认 为，欧盟-南共市自贸协定对于扩大出口、支撑欧洲疲弱经济和在全球不确定性加剧之际加强外交联系 至关重要。据悉，为争取对协定持怀疑态度的成员国支持，欧盟委员会制定了多项保障措施，包括强化 进口管控、设立危机基金、加强对农民的保障，在必要时还将暂停对相关农产品的优惠关税。 欧盟委 员会主席冯德莱恩当天发表声明说，这是一个双赢的协定，将创造更多商业机会，并推动欧洲在战略领 域的投资。她期待尽快前往巴拉圭签署这一协定。德国总理默茨称此次投票是"里程碑"，该协定将有利 于德国和欧洲。(新华社) ...

该局将与相关机构、单位、协会和企业配合，研究并提出应对欧盟钢铁产业保护法规的措施。同 时，继续关注并与欧亚经济委员会就2025年对出口至欧亚经济联盟的纺织品实施保障措施的相关事宜进 行磋商。 此外，该局将同农业与环境部协调，就开放出口市场进行谈判，推动中国就虽已通过正贸渠道出口 但尚未签署议定书的农产品正式签署相关议定书。 （原标题：2026年越南力争实现贸易顺差超230亿美元） 《越通社》1月9日报道，1月8日下午，越南工贸部进出口局举行了2025年工作总结暨2026年任务部 署会。该局副局长陈青海表示，进出口局制定了2026年越南出口总额同比增长8%以上，贸易顺差超过 230亿美元的目标。 与此同时，该局将继续积极参与正在进行或即将启动的自由贸易协定中有关市场开放和原产地规则 的谈判，并就升级已签署的协议、越美互惠、公平、平衡贸易协定进行谈判。 ...

Group 1 - The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has been in effect for four years, significantly benefiting Gansu enterprises by integrating them into regional supply chains and expanding international trade opportunities [1] - Over the past four years, Lanzhou Customs has issued 8,037 certificates of origin for exports to RCEP member countries, with a total value of 3.73 billion yuan, resulting in approximately 110 million yuan in tariff reductions for provincial export enterprises [1] - A batch of over 5,000 clothing items from Lanzhou, including women's dresses and suits, is set to be exported to RCEP member markets, showcasing the tangible benefits and opportunities provided by RCEP for local businesses [1] Group 2 - To enhance the ability of local enterprises to utilize RCEP policies, Lanzhou Customs has established an RCEP expert "consultation team" to provide customized policy interpretation and technical support [2] - The "Easy Enjoy Benefits" smart service platform has been developed to integrate tariff rates, origin standards, and certificate filling guidelines, offering tailored services for enterprises [2] - In 2025, Gansu's export enterprises applied for 292 RCEP certificates of origin through Lanzhou Customs, with a total value of 140 million yuan, marking increases of 119.6% and 93.2% compared to 2022, the year RCEP came into effect [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the evolving relationship between India and Europe, highlighting a significant shift in diplomatic engagement and trade negotiations, particularly in light of India's decision not to join the RCEP and the geopolitical dynamics involving the US and China. Group 1: Diplomatic Engagement - European leaders are increasingly visiting India, indicating a warming relationship, with notable visits scheduled for early 2026 [1] - The shift in India's diplomatic focus towards Europe is marked by increased visits from European leaders during Modi's second term [1][2] - The EU has shown a long-standing interest in strengthening ties with India, as evidenced by strategic documents and the 2020 roadmap for partnership [2] Group 2: Trade Negotiations - India is seeking to restart free trade agreement negotiations with the EU to mitigate the impact of not joining RCEP [2] - The US has indirectly influenced India-EU relations by discouraging India from pursuing a free trade agreement with the US, thus pushing India closer to Europe [3] - Despite ongoing negotiations, significant differences remain between India and the EU regarding tariff reductions and market access, complicating the path to a comprehensive trade agreement [4][5] Group 3: Geopolitical Context - The geopolitical landscape, including US-China relations, has prompted India and the EU to strengthen their economic ties as a counterbalance [3][4] - The rise of protectionism poses challenges to the completion of trade agreements, as both parties have differing expectations and strategic priorities [5] - India's reluctance to make significant concessions in trade negotiations reflects its focus on national economic interests over geopolitical considerations [5]

Core Viewpoint - The Southern Common Market (Mercosur) will sign a free trade agreement with the European Union on January 17, providing preferential access to EU markets for Argentina and other Mercosur member countries [1] Group 1: Trade Agreement Details - The free trade agreement has been in negotiation for several years and will allow Argentina to benefit from reduced tariffs on exports to the EU [1] - The EU will eliminate tariffs on 92% of Argentine export products and provide preferential access for an additional 7.5% of products [1] - As a result, 99% of agricultural product exports from Mercosur will benefit from this agreement [1]