APEC – Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation 2025
Context:
The Republic of Korea has kicked off its APEC 2025 host year in Gyeongju, a historic city home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites
APEC 2025 Theme and Priorities
The theme for APEC 2025 is Building a Sustainable Tomorrow
The agenda will focus on three main pillars
Connect: Enhancing regional connectivity
Innovate: Harnessing AI-driven growth
Prosper: Accelerating the transition to a more resilient and prosperous Asia-Pacific
Key Areas of Deliberation
According to Ambassador Yoon Seong-mee, Chair of the 2025 APEC Senior Officials' Meeting, the Asia-Pacific is navigating complex challenges including supply chain disruptions, the impact of artificial intelligence, and demographic changes.
Specific Sessions: The meetings will feature notable sessions and policy dialogues on
AI governance, digital privacy, and cross-border data flows.
Customs technologies and green customs initiatives.
Carbon-free energy, hydrogen and fuel cell standardization, and clean energy transitions.
Financial inclusion, structural reform, and the future of work.