Oct 12-16 — The 17th round of second-phase China-South Korea FTA negotiations was held in Seoul. Delegations held comprehensive consultations on cross-border services and market access under an investment negative list, reported positive progress, an

2026-10-20

Oct 12-16 — The 17th round of second-phase China-South Korea FTA negotiations was held in Seoul. Delegations held comprehensive consultations on cross-border services and market access under an investment negative list, reported positive progress, and agreed to accelerate negotiations with a view to early completion. They said further opening in services and investment will bolster bilateral economic and trade ties.