[The RCEP has come into full force for the 15 signatory countries]On June 2, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) officially entered into force for the Philippines, marking the full entry into force of the RCEP for 10 ASEAN members and 15 signatories including Australia, China, Japan, the Republic of Korea and New Zealand. The full entry into force of the RCEP fully demonstrates the 15 parties' determination and actions to support an open, free, fair, inclusive and rules-based multilateral trading regime. It will inject strong impetus to regional economic integration, enhance trade and investment liberalization and facilitation in East Asia, and contribute to long-term and stable economic development in the region and the world at large. China will continue to promote the high-quality implementation of the RCEP, provide guidance and services for local governments, industries and enterprises to further implement and make good use of the agreement, ensure the continuous release of the benefits of the agreement, and fully leverage the positive role of the RCEP in promoting cooperation on industrial and supply chains, high-level opening-up and high-quality development. At the same time, we will work with other parties to fulfill our obligations under the agreement, strengthen the RCEP mechanism building, improve the overall implementation of the agreement, and provide a strong guarantee for the steady and long-term progress of the RCEP cooperation. Editor/Xu Shengpeng
Recently, Zhang Yang, a member of the CCSIC Party Committee and Vice President, visited Chongqing Construction Engineering Group for a discussion. The two sides discussed deepening cooperation in areas such as urban renewal, overseas business, and Hami aid construction. Zhang Yang and his delegation also conducted grassroots research, safety inspections, and summer cooling and consolation activities. Editor/Min Jing
The high-level conference on the Trans Caspian International Transport Corridor, hosted by the Ministry of Transport, was held in Beijing. Representatives from multiple countries along the route attended and jointly released initiatives to expand capacity and increase efficiency. Two supporting guidelines were simultaneously launched, and all parties will work together to improve the channel facilities and create a benchmark channel for Asia Europe connectivity. Editor/Min Jing