Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership

CPHI & PMEC China 2023 to launch international roadshow in Guangzhou

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

SHANGHAI, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CPHI & PMEC China will open a special roadshow to be hosted at the PWTC Expo (4-6 September, 2023) in the city of Guangzhou (Guangdong Province). The new addition to this year's CPHI calendar is in recognition of the sizable growth and international demand for manufacturers from the South China region.

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  • China's booming Pearl River Delta, a key pharma manufacturing hub, sees rapid internationalisation
    SHANGHAI, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CPHI & PMEC China will open a special roadshow to be hosted at the PWTC Expo (4-6 September, 2023) in the city of Guangzhou (Guangdong Province).
  • The new addition to this year's CPHI calendar is in recognition of the sizable growth and international demand for manufacturers from the South China region.
  • Jenny Leung, Regional Manager, Informa Markets: "CPHI & PMEC China has become synonymous with China's rise as a prominent global pharmaceutical manufacturing and ingredient producing powerhouse.
  • Recognizing this development, we realised that the timing was perfect to launch a special event in south China while our main event remained based in Shanghai.

CGTN: China confident on 5% growth target, continues to drive global economy

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

According to the World Bank, China's economy is expected to grow by 5.6 percent in 2023, an increase of 1.3 percent from the January projection.

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  • According to the World Bank, China's economy is expected to grow by 5.6 percent in 2023, an increase of 1.3 percent from the January projection.
  • Highlighting that China's economy is deeply integrated with the world economy, Li said China develops itself in globalization and becomes the firmest force of maintaining globalization.
  • As Allianz Group's Chairman and CEO Oliver Bate said when attending China Development Forum in March, the international community needs China more than ever.
  • China stands ready to unswervingly uphold the market economy and support free trade to steer the world economy toward a more inclusive, resilient and sustainable future, the premier said.

CGTN: China confident on 5% growth target, continues to drive global economy

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

According to the World Bank, China's economy is expected to grow by 5.6 percent in 2023, an increase of 1.3 percent from the January projection.

Key Points: 
  • According to the World Bank, China's economy is expected to grow by 5.6 percent in 2023, an increase of 1.3 percent from the January projection.
  • Highlighting that China's economy is deeply integrated with the world economy, Li said China develops itself in globalization and becomes the firmest force of maintaining globalization.
  • As Allianz Group's Chairman and CEO Oliver Bate said when attending China Development Forum in March, the international community needs China more than ever.
  • China stands ready to unswervingly uphold the market economy and support free trade to steer the world economy toward a more inclusive, resilient and sustainable future, the premier said.

Xinhua Silk Road: 2023 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation Forum kicks off in E. China's Anhui province

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Monday, June 12, 2023

BEIJING, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Themed on Regional Cooperation for a Win-win Future, the 2023 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum was held in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province from June 9 to 10.

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  • BEIJING, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Themed on Regional Cooperation for a Win-win Future, the 2023 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum was held in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province from June 9 to 10.
  • Friendship relationship has been formed between Anhui Province and Attapeu Province of Laos as well as Laoag City Of The Philippines and Huangshan.
  • Six economic and trade cooperation projects and five cultural cooperation projects were signed for further cooperation between Anhui and RCEP member countries.
  • Exceptional enterprises like Anhui Conch Group Co., Ltd, China and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd. participated in the forum.

Xinhua Silk Road: 2023 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation Forum kicks off in E. China's Anhui province

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Monday, June 12, 2023

BEIJING, June 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Themed on Regional Cooperation for a Win-win Future, the 2023 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum was held in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province from June 9 to 10.

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  • BEIJING, June 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Themed on Regional Cooperation for a Win-win Future, the 2023 RCEP Local Governments and Friendship Cities Cooperation (Huangshan) Forum was held in Huangshan City, east China's Anhui Province from June 9 to 10.
  • Friendship relationship has been formed between Anhui Province and Attapeu Province of Laos as well as Laoag City Of The Philippines and Huangshan.
  • Six economic and trade cooperation projects and five cultural cooperation projects were signed for further cooperation between Anhui and RCEP member countries.
  • Exceptional enterprises like Anhui Conch Group Co., Ltd, China and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd. participated in the forum.

Hainan expected to give full play to RCEP's role

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

The trade pact, signed by 15 Asia-Pacific countries in November 2020, will be fully implemented among all member economies on June 2.

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  • The trade pact, signed by 15 Asia-Pacific countries in November 2020, will be fully implemented among all member economies on June 2.
  • The signatories are China, Australia, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea, as well as the 10 states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
  • Hainan is well positioned to serve as an important hub for comprehensive strategic cooperation between China and ASEAN countries due to its geographic proximity, Wang said.
  • It brings vast investment opportunities and greater market access to business communities in most of the emerging economies in the region, he added.

Advanced opening-up highlights Shenyang's role as global cooperation hub

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Friday, May 19, 2023

Its goal is to build itself into an international open and inclusive cosmopolitan city in Northeast Asia, according to the guidelines.

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  • Its goal is to build itself into an international open and inclusive cosmopolitan city in Northeast Asia, according to the guidelines.
  • To this end, the city is beefing up the Shenyang Area of China (Liaoning) Pilot Free Trade Zone.
  • Established in 2017, the FTZ Shenyang area makes full use of the combination of institutional innovation and the real economy's development.
  • Its production facility in Shenyang's Tiexi district, the 25th plant of BMW worldwide, is an exemplar of Sino-German cooperation in advanced manufacturing.

Quantum Metal Review Signs Cooperation Framework Agreement with Hainan Provincial Financial Development Promotion Association

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Pulau Pinang, Malaysia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 17, 2023) - Quantum Metal, the largest gold supplier in Malaysia, recently signed a cooperation framework agreement with the Hainan Provincial Financial Development Promotion Association.

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  • Pulau Pinang, Malaysia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 17, 2023) - Quantum Metal, the largest gold supplier in Malaysia, recently signed a cooperation framework agreement with the Hainan Provincial Financial Development Promotion Association.
  • The Hainan Provincial Financial Development Promotion Association aims to facilitate the financial industry's comprehensive transformation and upgrading, promote financial innovation, and improve the level of financial services in Hainan.
  • This cooperation between Quantum Metal Review and the Hainan Provincial Financial Development Promotion Association is significant in promoting the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port and deepening the economic and trade cooperation between Malaysia and China.
  • It is expected to bring new opportunities for the international operation of Quantum Metal and contribute to the economic development of Hainan.

As U.S. Economic Recovery Persists, Equity and Inclusion Take Root

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leadership from the New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN) today released a capstone report as part of its Inclusive Recovery Initiative, a national program supported by the U.S. Economic Development Administration and delivered in partnership with the National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation (NADO RF). The initiative aims to support Economic Development Organizations and Districts in embedding inclusive and equitable growth into their COVID-19 recovery strategies and in the development of regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS).

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  • The initiative aims to support Economic Development Organizations and Districts in embedding inclusive and equitable growth into their COVID-19 recovery strategies and in the development of regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies (CEDS).
  • A Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy that explicitly focuses on equity will advance economic growth and long-term American competitiveness.
  • Elevating Equity in Economic Development: An Inclusive Recovery Toolkit, is presented as both an online interactive toolkit and in-depth downloadable guide.
  • The 85 page guide includes resources tailored for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies and serves as a reference when planning for inclusive economic growth.

HKTDC: 60% of Japanese companies expand RCEP business via Hong Kong

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Monday, May 8, 2023

HONG KONG, May 8, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - About 90% of Japan-affiliated companies based in Hong Kong manage or handle business in at least one Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) market other than Japan, according to a recent survey conducted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).

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  • HONG KONG, May 8, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - About 90% of Japan-affiliated companies based in Hong Kong manage or handle business in at least one Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) market other than Japan, according to a recent survey conducted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).
  • the survey findings of Japanese companies in Hong Kong expanding their business in the RCEP market.
  • The respondents are making use of Hong Kong's well-developed logistics and commercial networks, as well as its world-class business services to manage and expand their global business, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • "Hong Kong has applied for accession to RCEP and once approved, the city will become the first new member of the bloc, enjoying a wide range of benefits, such as tariff concessions.