Tag

Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)

Why RCEP Should Think Twice About Admitting Hong Kong

Why RCEP Should Think Twice About Admitting Hong Kong

By Sam Goodman and Anouk Wear
Current members should seriously consider how Hong Kong's National Security Law would impact their investments under the trade deal.

Indonesian Parliament Ratifies RCEP Free Trade Mega-Pact

Indonesian Parliament Ratifies RCEP Free Trade Mega-Pact

By Sebastian Strangio
Indonesia’s accession to the 15-nation agreement is a reminder of the extent to which economics is a priority for many Asia-Pacific nations.
Can IPEF Reduce India’s Economic Dependence on China?

Can IPEF Reduce India’s Economic Dependence on China?

By Niranjan Marjani
IPEF will have to contend with the same worries that led India to walk out of RCEP.

Reassessing RCEP’s Implications for Digital Trade and E-Commerce

Reassessing RCEP’s Implications for Digital Trade and E-Commerce

By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard and Wei Liang
RCEP’s chapter 12 should produce digital economy opportunities in all RCEP countries, but it seems highly likely that China, Japan, and South Korea will emerge the biggest winners.

Pondering Anew RCEP’s Political Ramifications

Pondering Anew RCEP’s Political Ramifications

By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard and Wei Liang
There are numerous shortcomings with the view that RCEP constitutes an incontrovertible geopolitical victory for China, much less a big win. 

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
Latest Video

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

RCEP Will Drive ASEAN Economic Recovery

RCEP Will Drive ASEAN Economic Recovery

By Sithanonxay Suvannaphakdy
On January 1, 2022, RCEP will take effect and should serve as a key engine of trade and economic recovery for the entire region.

The Asia-Pacific’s Free Trade Disagreements

The Asia-Pacific’s Free Trade Disagreements

By Joseph Cash
It’s not just the different agreements, per se – the distinctly different models of FTAs are complicating trade regimes in the region.
Revisiting RCEP’s Trade Implications

Revisiting RCEP’s Trade Implications

By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard and Wei Liang
What are the implications of RCEP for trade? The second of a four-part series looks at the agreement’s impact on trade.

RCEP Edges Closer to Ratification in an Indonesia Battered by COVID-19

RCEP Edges Closer to Ratification in an Indonesia Battered by COVID-19

By Kyle Springer
Despite some obstacles, the country is slated to become the third Southeast Asian nation to ratify the mega trade pact.

The RCEP Conundrum: Japan Awaits India’s Return

The RCEP Conundrum: Japan Awaits India’s Return

By Daisuke Akimoto
India’s return to the FTA would benefit not only the Indian economy, but also all RCEP member countries. 

Reconsidering RCEP’s Impact on Foreign Investment

Reconsidering RCEP’s Impact on Foreign Investment

By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard and Wei Liang
What are RCEP’s economic and political implications? The first of a four-part series looks at the impact on FDI.
RSS vs RCEP: Explaining Hindu Nationalists’ Opposition to RCEP

RSS vs RCEP: Explaining Hindu Nationalists’ Opposition to RCEP

By Krzysztof Iwanek
The wide array of Indian groups opposing RCEP included the Hindu nationalist organization behind the ruling party.

Page 1 of 2