Asean played central role in driving RCEP trade pact, contrary to perception it is China-led

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SINGAPORE - Depending on the media outlets people read or watch, they get different impressions of the significance of the signing of the world's largest trade pact on Nov 15.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SINGAPORE - Depending on the media outlets people read or watch, they get different impressions of the significance of the signing of the world's largest trade pact on Nov 15.

A New York Times report was headlined"China-led trade pact is signed, in challenge to US", while China nationalist tabloid Global Times ran an opinion piece titled "RCEP will end US hegemony in West Pacific".Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

 

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