Situational Review of the APEC SME Logistics Service Provider

This report provides a basic understanding of the logistics situation of local/regional logistics sub-providers in the APEC region, and summarizes the key growth issues these SME companies are facing. The China conducted region-wide survey and seminar were designed to provide the foundational knowledge for confronting Chokepoint 3: Lack of capacity of local/regional logistics sub-providers, as identified in the APEC Supply-chain Connectivity Framework Action Plan. This study is also indicative of the evolving focus of APEC initiatives from resolving border issues, to investigating and resolving behind-the-border issues to trade.

Introduction
Study Design and Methods
Results: SME Logistics Services in the APEC Region
Seminar Discussion Topics and Development
Conclusions
Discussion and Next Steps
Appendix