As APEC members gathered in South Korea’s historic city of Gyeongju this week, the past and present collided in a celebration of shared progress. 🏛️ The city, once a hub of the ancient Silk Road’s cultural exchange, now hosts 21st-century talks on economic partnerships and regional stability.
At the Gyeongju National Museum, gold crowns and intricate pottery whisper tales of a kingdom that thrived through trade and diplomacy – a vibe APEC leaders channeled during discussions on supply chains and green tech. 💡 One delegate noted, 'Walking through these exhibits reminds us innovation isn’t new – it’s about building on what connects us.'
Students from Seoul to Singapore tuned into livestreamed forums, with hashtags like #APECFuture trending as young professionals debated digital economy opportunities. 📱 'My ancestors traded silk here,' shared local student Ji-hyun, 22. 'Now we’re trading ideas – that’s progress.'
With K-pop beats blending with boardroom talks, Gyeongju proves that from ancient artifacts to AI, collaboration remains humanity’s ultimate power-up. 🚀
