APEC leaders united to forge pathways toward inclusive, resilient, and sustainable economies for the Asia Pacific, affirmed US President Joe Biden on the culmination of this year’s APEC Leadership Summit. The summit, which brought together leaders from key Asia Pacific nations, showcased a commitment to addressing pressing global issues.

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In his address, President Biden highlighted the collaborative efforts to mitigate the impacts of the climate crisis. Beyond rhetoric, he announced significant investments by US companies totaling over USD 500 billion in APEC economies..

These investments aim to establish new subsea cables, decarbonize energy grids, and mark the largest expansion of a US airline into the South Pacific.

Moreover, historic strides were made on the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, emphasizing agreements to fortify supply chains, expedite the transition to clean energy, and combat corruption.

President Biden underscored the importance of inclusive growth, introducing the Women in the Sustainable Economy Initiative.

The initiative, already backed by pledges exceeding USD 900 million, focuses on increasing women’s participation in environmentally conscious industries.

President Biden expressed the need for interconnected growth and technology, recognizing the rapid pace of technological change. He emphasized the importance of ensuring these changes contribute positively to society.

Biden revealed a brief discussion with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the impact of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the shared responsibility to ensure digital technologies uplift rather than limit human potential.

President Dina Boluarte of Peru, host of the next APEC summit in 2024, emphasized the critical role APEC nations play in caring for the planet. She called upon leaders to shoulder the responsibility of finding better ways to care for the Earth, expressing the collective commitment to working hand in hand for a brighter future.

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The APEC Summit 2023 demonstrated a concerted effort by leaders to address global challenges, laying the foundation for sustainable and inclusive growth in the Asia Pacific. As APEC looks ahead to its next summit in Peru, the focus remains on collaborative action for a more resilient and environmentally conscious future.