Tag: RCEP
Indonesia expects gains as RCEP accord takes effect
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership agreement entered into force in Indonesia, paving the way for its private sector exporters and importers to enjoy...
RCEP role in ASEAN post-pandemic revival seen
ASEAN ministers say RCEP free trade pact could help the regional group’s post-COVID-19 recovery efforts, as they note the ASEAN economy grew...
India out but China, Asia-Pac partners to pursue RCEP deal
Fifteen of the original 16 participants of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) remain committed to signing the mega Asia-Pacific trade pact,...
Asia-Pacific nations seek year-end RCEP pact despite differences
Trade ministers and representatives from 16 Asia-Pacific countries have agreed to conclude the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) deal by the end of the...
Free trade talks take back seat to societal issues in PH
Discussions on free trade in the Philippines have “taken a back seat” as the Duterte administration has shifted government focus to addressing the ills...
RCEP leaders eye conclusion of talks in 2018
Leaders of the 16 countries participating in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) talks have reiterated their commitment to forge the deal and are...
TPP deal resuscitated without US
The remaining 11 member countries of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) announced on November 11 they will proceed with the free trade deal even without...
ASEAN, HK ink free trade, investment pacts
Economic ministers from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Hong Kong signed two free trade and investment pacts on November 12, calling...
Beijing to pursue RCEP as TPP talks collapse
China said it was committed to the process of Asia-Pacific economic integration in a spirit of openness, inclusivity, and transparency in the wake of...
