China Advocates for Stronger Asia-Pacific Economic Alliance Amidst Global Challenges
China has called for enhanced regional unity, expanded free trade, and deeper economic cooperation among Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) members. This appeal was made at the 37th APEC Ministerial Meeting in Beijing on November 3, 2026, as China concludes its year-long hosting of the forum. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Commerce Minister Wang Wentao co-chaired the meeting, emphasizing the theme 'Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together.' China's APEC year has focused on three priority areas: openness, innovation, and cooperation. Wang Yi highlighted the Asia-Pacific region as a source of stability and economic growth despite global challenges to globalization. China's priorities for APEC cooperation include reinforcing regional unity, maintaining an open regional economic framework, promoting innovation and technological development (especially in digital transformation), and fostering sustainable development through inclusive cooperation and green initiatives. Commerce Ministe...