China and ASEAN trade deal speeds up business exchanges

Thailand Business News - Sep 18, 2026

China and ASEAN deepen economic ties through expanded trade agreements like CAFTA 3.0 and RCEP, lowering barriers and fostering cooperation in digital economy, green development, and regional supply chains with surging trade growth.

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