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China and Chile Hold Eighth Free Trade Commission Meeting in Beijing

China and Chile held the eighth meeting of their Free Trade Commission in Beijing to review FTA implementation and discuss future economic cooperation.

What Changed

  • Comprehensively reviewed the implementation outcomes of the China-Chile Free Trade Agreement.
  • Exchanged views on trade and investment, FTA preferences, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, origin certificates, and emerging areas.
  • Agreed to leverage the commission mechanism to deepen cooperation and upgrade bilateral economic relations.

On October 21, the eighth meeting of the China-Chile Free Trade Commission took place in Beijing. Representatives from both sides comprehensively reviewed the implementation of the China-Chile Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and held in-depth discussions on specific topics. These included bilateral trade and investment, utilization of FTA preferences, sanitary and phytosanitary measures, certificates of origin, and collaboration in emerging areas. Both parties affirmed that the FTA serves as an essential institutional cornerstone for bilateral economic and trade cooperation. They agreed to continue utilizing the commission mechanism to deepen trade and investment cooperation and further upgrade bilateral economic relations.

Who May Be Affected

Importers, exporters, investors, and business entities operating in trade between mainland China and Chile under the FTA framework.

Cross-Border Context

Reflects ongoing bilateral trade governance and economic cooperation mechanisms between mainland China and Chile.

What to check next

  • Future implementation guidelines or operational announcements from MOFCOM regarding certificates of origin or trade preferences under the China-Chile FTA.

This article provides general information and does not constitute legal advice. Consult the official text and obtain advice appropriate to your circumstances where needed.

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