China-SCO trade volume increases over 40-fold in 25 years

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SCO and BRICS and ASEAN is where China has influence to trade and set up logistical and supply network dominance. China doesn't need foot soldiers from other countries or an alliance like NATO to defend itself, self improvement, technological dominance and development is the only focus.

 

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Over the past 25 years, trade between China and ASEAN has surged dramatically, growing from roughly $105 billion in 2004 to nearly $990 billion by 2024, and pacing past $1 trillion. [1]
ASEAN officially surpassed the European Union to become China's top trading partner, while China has remained ASEAN’s largest trading partner for consecutive years. [1, 2]

Key Drivers of Growth

• • Free Trade Agreements: The implementation and subsequent upgrades of the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (moving toward the 3.0 framework) significantly lowered tariffs and transaction barriers. [1, 2, 3]
  • Supply Chain Integration: Deep cross-border integration in electronics, machinery, and automotive parts now accounts for the vast majority of bilateral exchanges. [1]
  • Infrastructure Connectivity: Projects like the China-Laos Railway have accelerated regional transport, boosting agricultural and goods transit. [1]
  • Multilateral Pacts: The full implementation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) further streamlined regional supply chains. [1]

 

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SCO and BRICS and ASEAN is where China has influence to trade and set up logistical and supply network dominance. China doesn't need foot soldiers from other countries or an alliance like NATO to defend itself, self improvement, technological dominance and development is the only focus.

Every country has different outlook and different conditions. I support Mecca pact personally but chinas general position is that alliances always create counter alliances which result in world wars.

 

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The next big thing for China in terms of trade, business and investments is BRI. In 2025, China's total trade with BRI partner countries reached 23.6 trillion yuan (approximately US$3.39 trillion).