The ASEAN-China FTA 3.0 is set to expand ties in pivotal new sectors. In this exclusive interview ahead of the Chinese president's visit to three ASEAN countries, ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn highlights the growing importance of e-commerce and digital trade, with ASEAN member states currently negotiating a digital economy framework agreement. He also underscores the potential for deeper agricultural trade and sustainable economic partnerships. The FTA upgrade is expected to reduce trade barriers, modernize business exchanges and create a more dynamic economic landscape.