100 days to APEC: Shenzhen is ready
As the 100-day countdown begins for the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, scheduled for Nov. 18–19 in Shenzhen, the city is extending a global welcome, with its international community taking the lead.
On Aug. 10, about 300 guests gathered at the Civic Center in the heart of Shenzhen for the “APEC China 2026 — Gather in Shenzhen, Witness the Wonders” 100-day countdown event. Among them were government representatives, business leaders, volunteers and a group of global communication ambassadors who took the stage to share why the world should pay attention.
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SZ well-positioned to offer APEC an open, innovative model
As host city of APEC 2026, Shenzhen should draw on its achievements in openness and innovation to offer a Chinese model for advancing the APEC Putrajaya Vision 2040, said Liu Chenyang, director of the APEC Study Center at Nankai University and dean of the China APEC Research Institute.
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Longhua training camp sharpens APEC-ready English skills for foreign affairs
Seventy local trainees gathered at the Shenzhen Longhua International Cooperation Center (LICC) on Aug. 16 for the Shenzhen Longhua International Promoter “Meet Longhua, Meet APEC” Foreign Language Training Camp, where they practiced real-world APEC delegation reception scenarios ranging from airport pickups and hotel check-ins to welcome speeches and emergency response.
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APEC training session held for Luohu volunteers
Officers from Wenjindu border inspection authority introduced the basic information of APEC meetings, the composition of its 21 economies and its operational mechanisms, as well as the core agenda of the Shenzhen APEC meeting in November to Luohu volunteers at Luohu District Party-Mass Service Center on Aug. 15.
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Australian ambassador sees strong ties with Shenzhen ahead of APEC
Australian Ambassador to China Scott Dewar returned to Shenzhen this week with a message of partnership and optimism, as the city ramps up preparations to host the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in November.
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About APEC
APEC Cultural Highlights
The APEC summit serves not only as a platform for economic and trade dialogue but also as a stage for member economies to showcase their cultural heritage.
2026-04-23
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APEC Business Travel Card
The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) is a travel document issued to business travelers and entrepreneurs from APEC member economies, designed to facilitate seamless and efficient cross-border travel within the Asia-Pacific region.
2026-04-16
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Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation 2026 notional calendar
2026-03-13
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APEC Q&A Handbook
2026-02-25
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APEC host cities in China
2026-02-11
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APEC China 2026
Since joining APEC in 1991, China has actively and deeply participated in APEC cooperation, and plays an important and constructive role in advancing APEC cooperation process.
2026-02-10
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What is APEC
APEC is the premier economic cooperation forum in the Asia-Pacific region.
2026-02-10
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APEC Photo Contest
The APEC Photo Contest began in 2011 to raise awareness on APEC's mission, achievements, and impact on people's lives in the region. The competition offers a platform for professionals and amateur photography enthusiasts to showcase their work highlighting the dynamic and diverse Asia-Pacific region. Over the years, the photo contest has also continuously attracted many promising and talented photographers to share their creative take on APEC's host priorities and APEC's work.
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