
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
Oct 28, 2010 · APEC’s Growth Seen at 3.1% in 2025 as Region Adapts to Global Uncertainties Gyeongju, Republic of Korea | 30 October 2025
About APEC
APEC ensures that goods, services, investment and people move easily across borders. Members facilitate this trade through faster customs procedures at borders; more favorable business climates …
History - APEC
The idea of APEC was firstly publicly broached by former prime minister of Australia Bob Hawke during a speech in Seoul, Korea, on 31 January 1989. Ten months later, 12 Asia-Pacific economies met in …
News Releases - APEC
Electrification, data-center expansion and shifts in transport are reshaping energy demand across APEC economies, with electricity consumption projected to rise by up to 96 percent by 2060.
Achievements and Benefits - APEC
APEC has grown to become a dynamic engine of economic growth and one of the most important regional forums in the Asia-Pacific. Its 21 member economies are home to around 2.95 billion people …
Member Economies - APEC
Discover the 21 member economies of APEC and their collaborative efforts to promote prosperity and economic integration in the Asia-Pacific region.
Events - APEC
Discover upcoming APEC events and meetings, fostering collaboration among member economies in the Asia-Pacific region.
Mission Statement - APEC
APEC is the premier Asia-Pacific economic forum. Our primary goal is to support sustainable economic growth and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Overview - APEC
APEC projects are managed and implemented across all 21 member economies in accordance with the Guidebook on APEC Projects. The Guidebook and the procedures described within are continuously …
2024 APEC Leaders' Machu Picchu Declaration
Nov 16, 2024 · We look forward to the upcoming APEC host years of the Republic of Korea (2025), the People´s Republic of China (2026), and Viet Nam (2027), and we pledge our support to these …