在墨尔本举行的部长级会议上，同意与乌拉圭启动新成员加入谈判（11月21日，墨尔本） 全面与进步跨太平洋伙伴关系协定（CPTPP）部长级会议11月21日决定与乌拉圭展开新的加入谈判。在 美国关税和中美对立的背景下，CPTPP发挥的作用正在扩大。对于如何处理2021年申请加入的中国…… 在澳大利亚墨尔本举行的全面与进步跨太平洋伙伴关系协定（CPTPP）部长级会议11月21日 决定与乌拉圭展开新的加入谈判。在保护主义抬头的情况下，具有维护和扩大自由贸易区的 战略意义。 对于如何处理2021年申请加入的中国的提问，法瑞尔回避了明确的回答，强调称"CPTPP是 降低关税和贸易壁垒、相信自由和公平贸易的集团"。 中国正在加强事实上停止进口日本水产品等经济威慑。日本出席会议的内阁府副大臣岩田和 亲主张，"从战略观点出发，应该推进新加入（程序）"。 本次会议认为正在申请加入的印度尼西亚、菲律宾、阿联酋（UAE）符合标准，将在2026年 的会议决定是否与3国启动加入谈判。还与正在进行加入谈判的哥斯达黎加就在2025年底之 前报告进展、并尽早得出结论达成协议。 主席国澳大利亚的贸易部长法瑞尔在会后的记者会上表示，"期待年底前有新 ...

央视网消息：《全面与进步跨太平洋伙伴关系协定》（CPTPP）是实现亚太自贸区的路径之一。在11月6日召开的商务部例行新闻 发布会上，新闻发言人表示，中国政府高度重视、积极推进加入CPTPP相关工作。 商务部新闻发言人何亚东介绍，中国加入CPTPP将为各成员、区域合作乃至全球带来经济红利。社科院团队测算显示，中国加入 CPTPP将带动成员GDP增长0.2%—1.1%不等、出口增长2.5%—11.8%不等，也将推动区域内形成规模更大、紧密度更深的产供链体 系。 何亚东表示，中国将坚定不移扩大高水平对外开放。希望CPTPP各成员能够充分理解中国加入的积极意义，与中方一道，加快推进 中国加入进程，为亚太地区经济一体化和构建开放型世界经济注入更大动力。 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the significance of advancing the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP) amidst the current geopolitical landscape, particularly as China prepares to host APEC in 2026 [1][2] - Kishore Mahbubani highlights that the ongoing push for free trade agreements in East Asia lays a crucial foundation for the FTAAP, especially in light of the U.S. retreat from international trade agreements [1] - The potential inclusion of India in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is seen as a way to enhance regional cooperation and elevate the FTAAP's prospects [1] Group 2 - The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has come into full effect, covering 15 countries with a total population of 2.3 billion and a GDP of $26 trillion, representing 30% of the global economy, making it the largest free trade area [2] - The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is another significant trade agreement in the Asia-Pacific, involving 12 countries and setting high standards that can serve as a reference for the FTAAP [2] - Mahbubani asserts that the synergy between RCEP and CPTPP will facilitate the transition of FTAAP from a vision to a practical reality, with China's leadership role in APEC expected to inject new momentum into this process [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article emphasizes the need for a new economic cooperation framework between South Korea and Japan, as stated by President Lee Jae-myung during his 100-day press conference [2][4] - President Lee highlighted the fundamental restructuring of the global economic order and the importance of focusing on cooperation within the Asian region [4] - He mentioned that the identities and thoughts of the leaders of South Korea and Japan are not as important as the potential for cooperation beyond historical and territorial issues [4] Group 2 - The article notes that the relationship between South Korea and Japan is very challenging, comparable to the inter-Korean relationship [5] - President Lee expressed difficulties in reaching a consensus regarding Japan's upcoming labor memorial ceremony at the Sado Gold Mine, indicating that negotiations will continue but he will not attend this event [5]

Group 1 - The core message of the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon emphasizes the importance of deepening trade and investment cooperation, with both leaders aiming for significant advancements in bilateral relations over the next decade [2][3][4] - Luxon led a delegation of 28 business leaders to China, highlighting the significance of China as New Zealand's largest trading partner, accounting for over 20% of New Zealand's total exports of goods and services [5][8] - The two countries signed multiple cooperation documents covering customs, food safety, organic product certification, climate change, and cultural heritage, indicating a broadening of collaborative efforts [5][9] Group 2 - New Zealand's approach to its relationship with China is characterized by consistency and predictability, with both major political parties recognizing China as an important partner [6][7] - Luxon expressed the need for New Zealand to increase its visibility in China, as the number of Chinese tourists and students has not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels, indicating a potential area for growth in bilateral exchanges [8] - The joint statement from the leaders also acknowledged New Zealand's support for China's application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), reflecting a commitment to multilateral trade frameworks [9]

"面对贸易保护主义带来的冲击，我们并不是束手无策。"正在此间举办的2025RCEP区域发展媒体智库 论坛上，韩国中央大学国际关系研究生院特聘教授安忠荣说，维护多边贸易主义体系，《区域全面经济 伙伴关系协定》(RCEP)承载着很大希望。 2025年是RCEP正式实施的第四年。作为世界人口最多、经贸规模最大、最具发展潜力的自由贸易区， RCEP将如何应对单边主义、贸易保护主义的挑战？在本次论坛上，中外专家学者热议RCEP的调整与 变革。 中国(海南)改革发展研究院当日发布的《2025RCEP发展报告》显示，RCEP生效实施三年多来，成为区 域经济增长的新引擎，区域内货物贸易规模稳步增长，产业链、供应链网络融合发展，区域内中间品贸 易占贸易总额比重由2021年的65%上升至2024年的68.3%。 不过，报告同时指出，RCEP存在规则利用率不高、实施机制不完善等问题，尤其是虽有中国香港、斯 里兰卡和智利申请加入，但尚未实现扩容。 "RCEP处在不进则退的关节点，破解关键是扩容。"中国(海南)改革发展研究院院长迟福林表示，香港 70%的货物贸易和40%以上的服务贸易都在RCEP地区，香港的加入会大大提升RCEP的国际 ...

Core Viewpoint - Experts are urging for the expedited inclusion of Hong Kong into the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), highlighting its potential benefits for trade and economic growth in the region [1][2]. Group 1: RCEP Overview - RCEP officially came into effect on January 1, 2022, with applications from Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, and Chile for membership, but no expansions have been realized yet [1]. - The absence of expansion could pose serious challenges to RCEP, which is considered the world's largest and most inclusive free trade arrangement [1]. Group 2: Benefits of Hong Kong's Inclusion - Hong Kong's trade statistics indicate that 70% of its goods trade, over 40% of its service trade, and 60% of its investments are within the RCEP region, suggesting that its inclusion would significantly enhance RCEP's international influence [1]. - The potential role of Hong Kong in RCEP extends beyond traditional trade facilitation, encompassing areas such as the digital economy and green economy, which could accelerate RCEP's growth [1]. Group 3: Unique Advantages of Hong Kong - Hong Kong possesses unique advantages as a free trade port, a global financial center, and a logistics hub, which, combined with its commitment to innovation and regional cooperation, would create mutual benefits for all RCEP members [1]. - The RCEP Joint Committee Chair from ASEAN, Tina Kuniarasari, emphasized the need for a more flexible application process for Hong Kong, considering its cultural and institutional context [2].