Sept 21 — The fifth ministerial meeting since the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) entered into force was held in Manila. MOFCOM Vice Minister Yan Dong said rising unilateralism and protectionism and weak global growth had increased

2026-09-22

Sept 21 — The fifth ministerial meeting since the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) entered into force was held in Manila. MOFCOM Vice Minister Yan Dong said rising unilateralism and protectionism and weak global growth had increased uncertainty, and urged members to uphold multilateralism, adopt an open, inclusive approach, accelerate RCEP membership expansion, strengthen the regional cooperation platform, and push for review and upgrade of the agreement to unlock further regional and global growth momentum.