Functions

To formulate development strategies, programs and policies in respect of the trade and economic cooperation with related countries (regions) and organize the implementation thereof; to set up bilateral and regional inter-governmental trade and economic mixed or joint commission meetings; to organize bilateral or regional trade and economic negotiations; to handle major issues in economic and trade relations with relevant countries and regions; to supervise the implementation of multilateral and bilateral economic and trade agreements signed by foreign governments with China, and conduct negotiations with foreign parties on issues concerned; to assist Chinese companies in their efforts to have access into foreign market; and to regulate trade and economic activities with countries without diplomatic relationship with China.