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2026/5/13

Three Years After RCEP Takes Effect: Significant Growth in Regional Trade

Three years after the RCEP Agreement entered into force, trade between member countries has grown by 35%, demonstrating significant progress in regional economic integration.

Three Years After RCEP Takes Effect: Significant Growth in Regional Trade

Trade Data

According to the latest statistics, total trade among RCEP member countries reached $1 trillion in Q1 2026, a year-on-year increase of 35%.

Key Achievements

  • Tariff Reduction: 0% tariffs on over 90% of products
  • Rules of Origin: Simplify the certification process
  • Trade in Services: Significantly Increased Openness
  • Investment Facilitation: Negative List Management Model

Enterprise Opportunities

SMEs can leverage RCEP preferential policies to optimize supply chain layouts and expand into regional markets.