The Asia-Pacific region, home to one-third of the world’s population and accounting for nearly half of international trade, is coming together to build a shared future. Leaders from across the region are uniting to promote economic cooperation, sustainable development, and regional integration.
At the recent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Lima, Peru, countries gathered under the theme “Empower, Include, Grow.” This meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration in enhancing trade, investment, innovation, and digitalization. The goal? To foster inclusive and interconnected growth that benefits everyone.
China, a key player in the region, emphasized its commitment to Asia-Pacific cooperation. President Xi Jinping highlighted APEC’s role in driving economic growth and proposed initiatives to promote high-quality development and inclusiveness among Asia-Pacific economies. These initiatives include efforts in green supply chains, artificial intelligence, digitalizing food supply chains, and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises.
Looking ahead, China will host the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in 2026. This marks the third time China will host this prestigious gathering, signaling its ongoing dedication to regional development. China’s economy continues to grow steadily, bringing new opportunities to the region and reinforcing its role as a significant contributor to global economic growth.
Moreover, China is championing initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and the Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA) to enhance connectivity and integration in the Asia-Pacific. The Global Development Initiative (GDI) proposed by China aims to accelerate global development towards a more robust, greener, and balanced future.
The message is clear: Development and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific belong to all its people. By supporting openness, inclusiveness, and innovation, nations in the region are working tirelessly to build an Asia-Pacific community with a shared future. Together, they’re taking cooperation to new heights, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for everyone.
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Working together to build an Asia-Pacific community with shared future
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