Wanding Border Economic Cooperation Zone, Border economic cooperation zone in Ruili, Yunnan, China

Wanding Border Economic Cooperation Zone is an industrial area in Ruili at the border between China and Myanmar. The zone contains factory facilities, warehouses, and business offices that support commercial activity across both countries.

The zone was approved by the State Council on 26 September 1992 as the Wanding City Border Economic Cooperation Zone, covering 5 square kilometres. In 1999 Wanding City was abolished and became the Wanding Economic Development Zone of Ruili City, and the cooperation zone's management committee was merged into that of the development zone.

Trade connections between Chinese and Burmese merchants shape the daily rhythm of this place. Visitors notice how the area thrives on cross-border business relationships and the relaxed interaction between communities on either side.

This is an active trade and industrial area, so expect truck traffic and commercial activity throughout the day. Visiting in the early morning helps you see operations more clearly and navigate with less congestion.

The zone was approved by the State Council on 26 September 1992 as the Wanding City Border Economic Cooperation Zone, covering 5 square kilometres; the English-language source gives 6 square kilometres. In 1999 Wanding City was abolished and became the Wanding Economic Development Zone of Ruili City, and the cooperation zone's management committee was merged into that of the development zone, which now also carries its nameplate.