PRESENTATION OF THE THREE PHASES OF CHINA-CEEC COOPERATION IMPLEMENTATION

Marko Vidnjevic

Abstract


The author reflects on his first experience in China in 2014, highlighting the World Trade Organization's (WTO) discriminatory treatment of China despite its membership since 2001. Over time, China has emerged as a key global trade player, notably after signing the RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) agreement,which  covers aproximately 30% of the world’s GDP. At the 2021 China-CEEC summit, President Xi Jinping emphasized equal collaboration, balanced economic growth, and the significance of innovation. Trade between China and CEEC countries increased by 85% over nine years, with key projects like the Budapest-Belgrade railway underway. China is committed to green growth and digital transformation through the establishment of research centers and the promotion of sustainable energy. Cooperation in science and technology includes creating an innovative collaboration network linking research institutions and enterprises. A talent cooperation project fosters the exchange of high-level professionals between China and CEEC, with research centers coordinating resources and projects. Agreements with CEEC include infrastructure projects such as the Pelješac Bridge and support long-term partnerships. China continues to enhance its role in the international economic arena by focusing on sustainability, innovation, and interconnected development.


Keywords


Xi Jinping, China-CEEC, WTO, Ningbo Innovation Cooperation Research Center, RCEP.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.12709/mest.13.13.02.18

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