Nation, ASEAN sign free trade area upgrade protocol Upgrade: Stable growth, greater synergy urged By CAO DESHENG | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-10-29 00:05

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202510/29/WS6900e9dfa310f735438b7709.html China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations signed the Free Trade Area 3.0 Upgrade Protocol on Tuesday, a milestone that will herald new opportunities for both sides to expand and enhance bilateral economic and trade cooperation.