China, Japan to expand trade ties

Cooperation to focus on joint development of projects in key global markets

Companies from China and Japan inked over 50 deals on Friday for cooperation in areas like infrastructure and services to further develop third-party markets.

The agreements also cover digital technology, healthcare, finance, regional development and manufacturing, according to officials from both sides. The two sides have already begun to work with the Thai government on a high-speed railway project in the eastern part of Thailand, as well as smart city projects.