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RCEP may come into force in early 2022, as 6 ASEAN countries progress in approving it

03 tháng 11. 2021

The final completion of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has moved one step closer after six ASEAN countries submitted their approval letter for the RCEP on October 28, the Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister of Thailand, Jurin Laksanawisit, said on Monday.

Strategic reforms key to Indonesian MSMEs’ greater contribution to the economy

03 tháng 11. 2021

In order for MSMEs to reach greater heights and to contribute more to the economy, they should pursue reforms in three strategic areas: digitalisation, access to credit and collaboration with larger corporations within and outside Indonesia.

The Philippines yet to consult with farmers on RCEP

03 tháng 11. 2021

The Federation of Free Farmers (FFF) urged the Senate to defer the ratification of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) trade agreement pending the conduct of consultations with farmers.

Thailand ratifies RCEP pact

01 tháng 11. 2021

Thailand has already submitted the ratification for the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) trade pact and reaffirmed that the world's biggest free trade deal will come into force on Jan 1 next year as scheduled.

Indonesia set to bounce back stronger post-pandemic

01 tháng 11. 2021

Indonesia, there is a strong culture of respect and helping one another as neighbours. There is a proverb - "a good neighbour is a priceless treasure" - which I believe best describes the relationship between Indonesia and Singapore today.

ASEAN looks to lift trade ties with Mexico

01 tháng 11. 2021

The ASEAN Committee in Mexico City (ACMC) in coordination with the Mexican Business Council for Foreign Trade, Investment and Technology (COMCE) organised a working visit to Michoacan state from October 25 – 28 in order to promote trade and investment ties between ASEAN countries and this locality.

New Zealand To Ratify RCEP soon

01 tháng 11. 2021

Final steps are being completed for New Zealand’s ratification of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Trade Agreement, which brings implementation of the Agreement’s useful provisions a step closer, says the NZ International Business Forum (NZIBF).

Pakistan to get benefits from US$3 trillion ASEAN’s economy

01 tháng 11. 2021

Vietnam Ambassador to Pakistan, Nguyen Tien Phong on Sunday said that Pakistan has huge trade and investment opportunities in Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN’s) US$ 3 trillion economy for increasing the bilateral trade and economic ties.