Hello, tech-savvy friends! 🌏 Last Friday at the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju, the Republic of Korea, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote that's got everyone talking. He laid out a five-point proposal to drive a "universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization" and to build an Asia-Pacific community. Here are the highlights:
Xi Jinping stressed that "economic globalization must be universally beneficial and inclusive," reminding us that trade and tech access should lift up all communities—from startups in Bangalore to e-commerce hubs in Jakarta. He also called for "building an Asia-Pacific community," aiming for deeper partnerships among APEC members.
What this means for you: imagine more seamless digital corridors, greener growth plans, and cross-border collaboration opportunities that make it easier to launch your next big app, scale your startup, or find a remote gig abroad—with fewer barriers and more shared resources.
As young professionals and changemakers, these big-picture ideas could shape how we work, learn, and connect across South and Southeast Asia. Keep an eye on future sessions—APEC's got plenty more in store as it charts the course for our shared economic future! 🚀
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Xi's key quotes at Session I of 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting
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