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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Second APEC Senior Officials' Meeting held in Shanghai
The Second APEC Senior Officials' Meeting (SOM) for 2026 was held in Shanghai from May 18 to 19, 2026. Deputy Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu attended and addressed the opening session.
2026-05-25
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Remarks by Deputy Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu at the opening session of the Second APEC Senior Officials' Meeting
Remarks by Deputy Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu at the opening session of the Second APEC Senior Officials' Meeting
2026-05-25
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2026 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting held in Suzhou
On May 22-23, MOFCOM hosted the APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting (MRT) in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. The meeting is a major event of the "APEC China Year.”
2026-05-24
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APEC Pavilion makes debut at cultural fair
The 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) kicked off at the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center in Bao’an District on Thursday with a historic addition: the fair’s first-ever APEC Pavilion.
2026-05-22
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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.
2026-01-20
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