Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi unveiled China's strategic roadmap for APEC 2026 during the First Senior Officials' Meeting in Guangzhou on Tuesday, emphasizing innovation-driven development and regional collaboration. Speaking as the host nation representative, Wang confirmed China's commitment to delivering a substantive outcome document at November's APEC Leaders' Meeting to guide the forum's 21 member economies.
Three Pillars of Progress
Wang, a Political Bureau member of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, outlined three core objectives: accelerating the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific framework, developing next-generation connectivity infrastructure, and advancing digital transformation alongside green development initiatives. The strategy aligns with China's broader vision for sustainable regional integration.
Technology-Driven Transformation
The minister highlighted plans to establish APEC-wide cooperation platforms for smart manufacturing and renewable energy, building on China's leadership in solar technology and 5G infrastructure. Practical collaboration will focus on cross-border data governance and climate-resilient supply chains, addressing pressing challenges for business leaders and policymakers.
Preparing for November Summit
With eight months until the APEC Leaders' Meeting, China aims to finalize technical agreements on digital trade standards and transport corridor upgrades. These efforts seek to create tangible benefits for the Asia-Pacific's 2.9 billion residents while maintaining momentum toward the forum's 2040 Putrajaya Vision.
