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APEC is a regional forum that brings together 21 member economies to promote economic cooperation, trade and shared prosperity across the Asia-Pacific. Established in 1989, it provides a platform for dialogue and collaboration to address common challenges in the region.

APEC China 2026

China hosts APEC this year

This year, China hosts APEC for the third time under the theme “Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together,” bringing member economies together to advance openness, innovation and cooperation across the region.

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3.0 Billions
Total Population | 2025
36.6% of World Total
USD 57.5 Trillion
Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) | 2025
59.4% of World Total
15.3 millions USD
Imports of Merchandise Goods and Commercial Services | 2025
46.8% of World Total
15.3 millions USD
Exports of Merchandise Goods and Commercial Services | 2025
46.2% of World Total

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10 May

11 May

TELWG: HoD & Executive Committee Meeting Plenary

11 - 12 May 2026

Shanghai, People's Republic of China

11 May

Second Senior Officials’ Meeting and Related Meetings (SOM2)

11 - 19 May 2026

Shanghai, People's Republic of China

11 May

AD: APEC Workshop on AI-Empowered Automotive Industry Ecosystem Cooperation

11 May 2026

Shanghai, People's Republic of China

12 May

TELWG: DPSG Meeting

12 May 2026

Shanghai, People's Republic of China

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