APEC - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

🌏🚀 Navigating Global Challenges: APEC’s Role in a Changing World The world is evolving rapidly, and so are the challenges shaping trade, investment, and economic resilience. From geoeconomic fragmentation to climate risks and digital transformation, APEC is at the forefront of steering the region through this new era of uncertainty. In this insightful blog by Rhea Crisologo Hernando, Glacer Niño A. Vasquez, and Carlos Kuriyama of the APEC Policy Support Unit, explore how economies can enhance cooperation, adapt to shifting dynamics, and strengthen regional integration to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth. 🔗 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gqjrSz_5

🩺💼 Why Health Must Be at the Heart of Economic Recovery A strong economy starts with a healthy population. In the Asia-Pacific, investing in health resilience is no longer just a social priority—it’s an economic necessity. As APEC economies navigate post-pandemic recovery, strengthening healthcare systems, investing in workforce well-being, and ensuring equitable access to medical innovations will be key to driving sustainable and inclusive growth. 📢 How can economies better integrate health into economic policymaking? What role does the private sector play in building healthier, more productive workforces? 🔗 Read more on why health must be a top priority for economic recovery: https://lnkd.in/gwbEsYUH

💡 Calling all Researchers: Apply for the 2025 APEC Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize! Are you conducting groundbreaking research on the health and economic well-being of women in the Asia-Pacific? Or do you know someone whose work is driving real impact in this space? Now’s the time to step forward! 🏆 The APEC Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize recognizes outstanding research that helps improve women’s health, boost economic participation, and drive inclusive growth. 📢 Applications are open! If this sounds like you—or if you know someone who should apply—help us spread the word! 🔗 Apply now or refer a deserving researcher: https://lnkd.in/gUcH7KqF
📅 Deadline: Friday, 9 May 2025 Let’s drive change, promote women’s health, and build stronger economies together!

🔬🚀 Strengthening Science & Innovation for Inclusive Growth Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation—it thrives on collaboration, shared knowledge, and strong partnerships. At SOM1 in Gyeongju, Korea, APEC reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science, technology, and innovation (STI)as a driver of inclusive and sustainable economic growth. 💡 Key Focus Areas:
🔹 Enhancing cross-border research collaboration
🔹 Strengthening public-private partnerships in innovation
🔹 Supporting STEM education and workforce development
🔹 Promoting inclusive policies to ensure wider access to technology By fostering a more connected and innovative Asia-Pacific, APEC economies are ensuring that scientific progress leads to real-world solutions—from addressing climate change to boosting digital transformation. 🌏 Read more about how APEC is driving science and innovation forward:
🔗 https://lnkd.in/gtECzjvq

🎓👩🏻🎓👨🏼🎓Engaging with the Next Generation of Global Thinkers and Business Leaders! The APEC Secretariat had the pleasure of hosting students from Arizona State University’s Executive MBA Program at the W.P. Carey School of Business, led by Professor Thomas Bates. During their visit, students explored APEC’s role in regional economic cooperation, key economic trends, and pressing issues such as geoeconomic fragmentation. The session sparked thoughtful discussions and a dynamic Q&A, offering valuable insights into the Asia-Pacific’s evolving economic landscape. A big thank you to Professor Bates and the students for their enthusiasm, curiosity, and engaging perspectives! It was a fantastic exchange of ideas, and we look forward to seeing how they contribute to shaping the global economy 🚀📸

✅ SOM1 in Gyeongju: Setting the Course for APEC 2025 ⏩ After a productive series of discussions, APEC Senior Officials have outlined the key priorities that will drive regional economic cooperation in 2025. From boosting connectivity and economic inclusion to enhancing sustainability and resilience, economies reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring APEC remains a driver of growth and innovation. Over the past two weeks, officials and experts engaged in policy dialogues, workshops, and working group meetings, tackling pressing challenges and advancing initiatives that will shape the future of trade, investment, and economic collaboration in the Asia-Pacific. As we move forward, collaboration will be essential to turning these priorities into action. Read more about APEC’s key takeaways from Gyeongju: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g762pR3j

📈🌏 APEC’s economy stays steady—but what’s next? 🚀 Despite global uncertainties, APEC’s economic growth remains resilient, proving the strength of our region’s markets. But to keep moving forward, structural reforms are key! 🔹 What’s driving growth?
🔹 How can economies boost resilience & productivity?
🔹 Why do structural reforms matter now more than ever? It’s time to adapt, innovate, and future-proof our economies for sustainable and inclusive growth. Read more on APEC’s latest economic outlook 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gfJpjZq7

Happy International Women’s Day! 🌏✨ The women of APEC are driving change, shaping policies, and leading the way toward a more inclusive and empowered future! 💪💼 In this special #IWD2025 video, delegates from across APEC economies share: 
💡 What we need to do more of to support women’s leadership & opportunities
🔤 One word that comes to mind when they hear “women” From resilience to empowerment, their voices remind us why women empowerment is not just a goal—it’s the key to stronger, more dynamic economies! 💜🌏 🎥 Hit play & celebrate with us! Drop your one word in the comments below! #AccelerateAction ⬇️✨

Behind every successful APEC initiative is a well-designed project. Strong, impactful projects drive real change— strengthening skills and knowledge, enhancing trade and fostering regional cooperation. The APEC Project Management Unit (PMU) took this mission forward with three capacity building training sessions in Gyeongju, Korea, offering a deep dive into project excellence through interactive learning! Key Takeaways from the Training: ✅ Mastering the APEC Project Cycle – Participants gained a clear roadmap of the project approval process to kick off with uniquely designed project concepts.
✅ Crafting Winning Proposals – We uncovered the secret to high-quality project proposals, focusing on key quality criteria that set successful projects apart.
✅ First-Hand with APAS – A live walkthrough of the APEC Project Administration System (APAS) online platform eased participants into the automated application process with easy drafting and submission steps.
✅ Engaging Q&A – Lively discussions wrapped up the sessions, with insightful questions and ideas enabling participants to take the next steps towards impactful APEC project initiatives. A huge thank you to all our enthusiastic delegates for bringing energy, ideas, and collaboration to the room. We leave Gyeongju inspired, empowered and ready to drive impactful projects across APEC economies. If you want to know more about APEC Projects, visit this page: https://lnkd.in/gkjZ3N8Y Let’s keep the momentum going! 🚀

🌊 Sailing toward a sustainable and resilient marine sector! ⚓ From Gyeongju to Busan, APEC is taking key steps to ensure that our oceans remain a source of prosperity, biodiversity, and economic resilience for generations to come. Member economies came together to advance solutions that protect marine ecosystems, support blue economies, and strengthen ocean-based industries in the face of climate change and economic pressures. From sustainable fisheries 🐟 to green shipping 🚢, APEC is driving policies that balance economic growth with environmental responsibility. 🔗 Read more about APEC’s commitment to ocean sustainability: https://lnkd.in/gX4ahsZH