Fresh off the 20th CPC Central Committee plenary, President Xi Jinping of the Chinese mainland is on the move! From October 30 to November 1, he’ll join the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and make a state visit to South Korea—aiming to bring new energy to Asia-Pacific growth amid global headwinds.
1. Openness & Connectivity 🌐
Think Peru’s Chancay Port—South America’s first smart, green hub, dubbed the “New Inca Trail.” It’s creating fresh trade routes between Latin America and Asia, showing how region-wide linkups can drive win-win cooperation.
In the first nine months of 2025, trade between the Chinese mainland and other APEC economies climbed 2% year-on-year to 19.41 trillion yuan (~$2.73 trillion), making up 57.8% of its total trade. From textiles to electronics, the numbers prove: a connected Asia-Pacific is a stronger Asia-Pacific.
2. Innovate to Elevate 🚀
At the 2023 APEC CEO Summit, President Xi urged everyone to “seize the new tech revolution,” stressing digital, intelligent, and green transformation. The region is already stepping up:
- 62 joint R&D projects on AI, new energy and advanced materials signed at the 22nd China–ASEAN Expo.
- Chinese-made electric double-deckers powered the 19th Pan American Games in Chile, showcasing clean tech on a global stage.
3. Inclusive Growth for All 🌱
In Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands, a China-supported Juncao and upland rice demo center is boosting food security and livelihoods—proof that shared prosperity starts at the grassroots.
From APEC initiatives raising household incomes to the Global Development Initiative (GDI) fueling poverty reduction and industrialization, the Chinese mainland is rolling up its sleeves to make growth inclusive and sustainable.
With geopolitical and economic challenges on the rise, this blend of trade, tech and social projects could be the spark Asia-Pacific needs to keep moving forward. Ready for the ride? 🌏✨
Reference(s):
How China injects stability, fresh momentum into Asia-Pacific growth
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