Chinese President Xi Jinping has set the tone for Asia-Pacific cooperation with a bold vision: 30 years of shared prosperity driven by tech breakthroughs, eco-friendly policies, and open markets. At the 30th APEC Leaders’ Meeting, Xi called for regional economies to create an era where \"high-quality growth\" 🚀 benefits everyone – not just spreadsheets.
🌱 What’s the plan?
Xi’s roadmap prioritizes:
- Green tech to fight climate change 🌳
- Breaking down trade barriers 🤝
- Ensuring smaller economies aren’t left behind
The newly signed Golden Gate Declaration 📜 commits APEC’s 21 members (representing 62% of global GDP!) to fairer trade rules. But experts warn challenges like geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions could derail progress.
⚡️ Why it matters:
With 2.95 billion people across APEC economies – from tech giants to emerging markets – this partnership could redefine how the world tackles inequality and climate crises. As Xi noted: \"Our choices now shape what Asia-Pacific looks like in 2050.\"
Reference(s):
cgtn.com