noun
Refers specifically to designated areas in China with special economic regulations. Often abbreviated as SEZ.
See also: 経済特別区
深センは中国初の特別経済区の一つです。
Shenzhen is one of China's first special economic zones.
Synonymous; 経済特別区 is an alternative term with the same meaning, but 特別経済区 is more common.
Compound of 特別 (special) + 経済 (economy) + 区 (zone). A direct translation of the English term 'special economic zone'.