Get ready for a global economic spotlight! 🌐 Guangzhou will host the first APEC Senior Officials' Meeting of 2026 from February 1-10, marking the explosive start of China's leadership in this year's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation agenda. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun confirmed the news Wednesday, calling it the opening act of the APEC "China Year."
💼 Over 200 delegates from 21 APEC member economies will gather to shape policies on trade, innovation, and sustainable growth. This comes just months before China hosts November's APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting – the first time since 2014 that the Chinese mainland takes center stage in this crucial forum.
🚀 "This meeting sets the tone for our collective priorities," Guo told reporters, hinting at China's focus on digital economy partnerships and green energy transitions. Business leaders are already buzzing about potential cross-border tech collaborations emerging from the talks.
Fun fact for travelers ✈️: Guangzhou’s selection continues China’s trend of showcasing second-tier cities for global events – a smart move that’s boosting infrastructure and tourism nationwide!
