1. A geographical region where government policies and regulations differ from other areas of the country, typically offering tax incentives, reduced tariffs, and regulatory flexibility to attract foreign investment and promote economic development
The special economic zone attracted numerous multinational companies due to its favorable tax conditions.
A zona econômica especial atraiu diversas empresas multinacionais devido às suas condições fiscais favoráveis.
2. A designated area established by a government to stimulate economic growth, trade, and industrial development through special incentives
China's Shenzhen is one of the most successful special economic zones in the world.
Shenzhen, na China, é uma das zonas econômicas especiais mais bem-sucedidas do mundo.