International Journal of Social Service and Research
Vol. 3 No. 7 (2023): International Journal of Social Service and Research (IJSSR)

Analysis of ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) Cooperation from a Competitive Intelligence Perspective

Abimanyu Hendi Asyono (Sekolah Kajian Stratejik dan Global, Universitas Indonesia)
Palupi Lindiasari Samputra (Sekolah Kajian Stratejik dan Global, Universitas Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Jul 2023

Abstract

More than a decade has passed when the ASEAN-China Free Trade Area (ACFTA) first began, but until now many parties see ACFTA has not significantly impacted Indonesia's interests. This paper seeks to examine more deeply the position of the Indonesian economy in the midst of ACFTA's journey. Using a qualitative approach, this paper uses a descriptive method that explores ACFTA problems against Indonesian interests. The theoretical concept used in conducting analysis is from the point of view of competitive intelligence. The results show that ACFTA as a whole poses more threats and challenges than direct positive impacts. Despite the main positive impact that can be obtained by implementing the free trade agreement (FTA), ACFTA over the past decade has not been able to create positive conditions in the Indonesia-China trade balance. Threats and challenges are even obtained by Indonesia, especially industry players and domestic commodity traders who must prepare for the arrival of a "flood" of products from China. However, in terms of geopolitics and geostrategy, ACFTA's sustainability will greatly affect the overall cooperative relationship between Indonesia and China.

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ijssr

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Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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International Journal of Social Service and Research is a double-blind, peer-reviewed academic journal with open access to social and scientific fields. The journal is published monthly by Ridwan Institute. International Journal of Social Service and Research provides a means for sustained ...