Comparative Analysis of Digital Trade Terms Under RCEP and CPTPP Agreements

Abstract

The digital economy is developing rapidly relying on the products of new technological revolution such as artificial intelligence and internet of things, which has had an impact on the global trading system. Countries all over the world are paying more and more attention to the development of digital trade. Digital trade not only promotes the development of global trade, but also brings challenges to the construction of global digital trade rules. Since the signing and entry into force of RCEP, China is promoting the docking and integration with CPTPP rules. This article focuses on the field of digital trade, by comparing the digital trade terms of RCEP and CPTPP, analyzes the impact and challenges on China's digital trade, provides the direction of China's efforts in applying for CPTPP in the next step, and puts forward relevant enlightenment and suggestions.