| ID | 167330 |
| Title Proper | China–Switzerland free trade agreement and economic identity-building |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Lanteigne, Marc |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The free trade agreement signed between China and Switzerland in 2013 was a watershed event in the economic policies of both states, a successful identity-building exercise for both actors in addition to an economic endeavour. In the case of Beijing, the Switzerland free trade agreement (FTA) was a crucial step not only in promoting its trade interests in Europe, including the European Union, but also in planning future FTAs and promoting China as a supporter of globalization and economic liberalisation. For Switzerland, the FTA further cemented that country’s identity as a distinct European economic and political actor, including in its engagement of the Chinese market. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Contemporary China Vol. 28, No.118; Jul 2019: p.614-629 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Contemporary China Vol: 28 No 118 |
| Key Words | China ; Switzerland ; Free Trade Agreement ; Economic Policies ; China – Switzerland Free Trade Agreement |