Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)

Singapore Offers to Host 2030 APEC Summit: Strengthening Regional Economic Cooperation

Singapore has officially offered to host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in 2030, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced at the conclusion of this year’s summit in Lima, Peru. This marks a significant step in Singapore’s commitment to fostering economic...
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Xi Jinping Urges Unity Against Protectionism at APEC Summit Amid Rising Global Challenges

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for stronger unity and cooperation among Asia-Pacific economies to counter the rising tide of global protectionism. Addressing leaders at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit on Saturday, Xi warned of the dangers posed by...
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Biden Meets Xi in Final Attempt to Address North Korea’s Support for Russia Amid Rising Global Tensions

In a historic final meeting before leaving office, President Joe Biden is set to engage with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Lima, Peru. The meeting, which comes just two months before...
Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning carries out a dual aircraft carrier formation exercise with the Shandong aircraft carrier, unseen, for the first time in the South China Sea in late October 2024.

Japanese PM Ishiba Voices “Serious Concerns” to Xi Jinping Over South China Sea in APEC Meeting

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed "serious concerns" over China’s assertive activities in the South China Sea during his first in-person meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The bilateral discussions, held on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)...
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Yoon, Trudeau Condemn North Korea-Russia Military Cooperation, Strengthen Bilateral Ties at APEC Summit

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed strong disapproval of the burgeoning military cooperation between North Korea and Russia. The leaders vowed to bolster their nations’ security and defense industry ties during a bilateral...
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Singapore PM Lawrence Wong Meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at APEC Summit

Singapore's Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, met Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday during the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit held in Lima, Peru. This meeting underscored the deep ties between Singapore and China as both nations continue...
U.S. President Joe Biden convened a high-stakes trilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol

US, Japan, and South Korea Strengthen Diplomatic Ties Amid Regional Tensions

U.S. President Joe Biden convened a high-stakes trilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday. The leaders sought to solidify the diplomatic progress achieved during Biden’s administration while addressing shared challenges...
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Biden and Xi Arrive in Peru for APEC Summit Amid Diplomatic Uncertainty Following Trump’s Election Victory

U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Lima on Thursday, setting the stage for what is anticipated to be a consequential Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Both leaders are expected to meet on Saturday, likely marking...