The 2025 APEC meetings wrapped up this weekend with a major announcement: Shenzhen in south China will host the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in 2026! 🎉 The news has sparked excitement across the Asia-Pacific, with many young voices like Malaysian student Tang Yan Joo sharing their hopes for the region’s future.
Tang, a Tsinghua University scholar, praised President Xi Jinping’s speech at this year’s APEC session, calling it a "roadmap for inclusive progress." She told NewspaperAmigo.com: "We need actionable plans—boosting trade, bridging digital divides, and ensuring green transitions benefit everyone." 💡🌱
As Shenzhen—a tech hub dubbed China’s Silicon Valley—prepares to welcome global leaders, Tang’s perspective reflects a growing youth-led push for practical solutions in international cooperation. Will 2026 be the year APEC turns these ideas into reality? Stay tuned!
