Hey fam! The 2025 APEC meetings just wrapped up, and the vibes are all about inclusive growth, digital innovation, and a greener future for our Asia-Pacific squad 🌏✨. Here’s the lowdown from the experts:
1. Digital Economy Takes Center Stage
Warwick Powell from QUT highlights how e-commerce and fintech are bridging gaps across South and Southeast Asia. Think UPI in India or GrabPay in SEA—making life smoother, one tap at a time 🚀.
2. Sustainable & Green Tech
Einar Tangen of CIGI stresses the push for clean energy and circular economies. Solar farms in Thailand and wind projects in the Philippines are just the beginning. It’s all about zero waste, y’all! 🌱
3. Building Resilience Together
Bunn Nagara from the BRI Caucus notes the importance of supply chain diversification and SME support. Local startups in Vietnam and Bangladesh are getting a seat at the table to stay strong against global shocks 💪.
Bottom line? APEC 2025 is about teamwork—governments, businesses, and young changemakers uniting for a fairer, tech-driven, and eco-friendly future. Ready to join the movement? 🤝
Reference(s):
Live: APEC insights – Fostering inclusive growth in the Asia-Pacific
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