Seize trade opportunities, businesses told

World's largest free trade deal expected to be signed by 15 countries next year

The State Council has encouraged businesses to seize opportunities arising from the planned signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership next year as part of measures to stabilize foreign trade and the job market.

Officials and experts have applauded the trade deal, saying it will provide a significant boost to investor confidence, benefiting businesses, workers and consumers, and guide the way for the making of future global trade rules.