Research Article

Study on the Impact of Trade Protection Policies Among RCEP Member Countries on China’s Cross-Border E-Commerce and Countermeasures

By: Xin Zhao, Lu Zou^*

Beijing International Studies University, Beijing 100024, China

^*Corresponding author

Received: 2026-01-08Revised: 2026-01-24Accepted: 2026-02-10Published: 2026-03-27

J. Int. Eco. Glo. Gov. 2026, 3(1), 1-13; https://doi.org/10.58244/jiegg.263754

Funding: This research was funded by the Humanities and Social Sciences Research Project of the Ministry of Education (21YJC790146) - “Measurement and Influence Mechanisms of Cross-border E-commerce Logistics Resilience under Public Health Emergencies”

Abstract

Amid evolving global economic dynamics, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) officially took effect on January 1, 2022. As the world's largest free trade agreement, it encompasses 15 countries including the ten ASEAN nations, China, Japan, and South Korea, covering over one-third of the global population and holding pivotal significance in international trade. Simultaneously, cross-border e-commerce(CBEC) has emerged as a new model of international trade, leveraging its digital and convenient advantages. Its transaction volume is projected to surpass $10 trillion by 2024 and reach $25 trillion by 2030. The deep integration of RCEP and cross-border e-commerce is reshaping the trade ecosystem. Studying the impact of member countries' policies on China can help Chinese cross-border e-commerce enterprises seize opportunities, optimize their strategies, and enhance China's initiative and international competitiveness within the new global trade framework.

Keywords: RCEP; Cross-border E-commerce; Trade protection

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