Energy industries
South Korea is set to host several major international energy events in the southeastern city of Busan, including the World Climate Industry Expo (WCE) and the APEC energy ministers' meeting. The WCE will bring together global leaders in the climate and energy sectors under the theme "Energy for
Food supply
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies have endorsed a joint statement urging collective efforts to strengthen food security in the region, amid increasing concerns over climate change, aging populations, and poverty. The statement emphasized the importance of promoting sustainable and resilient food systems, leveraging advanced digital technologies, and fostering
Food supply
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs will take center stage at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2025 Food Security Ministerial Meeting, highlighting the strategic value of Korea's agri-food sector and promoting agricultural diplomacy. The meeting, scheduled to take place on Saturday and Sunday in Songdo,
Food supply
A two-day workshop co-hosted by the Rural Development Administration (RDA) and the Agricultural Technical Cooperation Working Group (ATCWG) of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) aimed to leverage digital agricultural technologies to address climate change and enhance food productivity. The event, held in Songdo, Incheon, as part of the Third Senior
Food supply
South Korea will play host to a high-level meeting of agriculture ministers from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies this weekend to tackle pressing issues related to food security in the region. The gathering, focused on "Driving Innovation in Agri-food Systems for Shared Prosperity," aims to foster
APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting
With less than 100 days before the Asia-Pacific summit in South Korea, speculation is mounting about whether US President Donald Trump will seek to reengage with North Korea if he attends the high-profile gathering. Trump's openness to reengaging with Kim Jong-un has been a recurring theme, but the
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
Speculation is growing over the possibility of a high-stakes summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on the sidelines of the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathering in South Korea this autumn. Analysts say shifting geopolitical dynamics and the leaders' history of personal
Cabinet officials
APEC leaders have issued a joint statement condemning Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine, calling for an end to the conflict and reaffirming their commitment to regional stability and economic cooperation. The statement was issued in the wake of the APEC ministerial meetings on human resources development, education, and
International trade
Ministers responsible for trade from the 21 economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) are meeting on Jeju Island, South Korea, to discuss ways to foster cooperation and restore trust in the multilateral trading system. The 2025 APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade (MRT) Meeting is hosted by Korea, a founding
International trade
Trade ministers from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) region have underscored the importance of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in addressing global trade issues, particularly amidst escalating uncertainties sparked by growing protectionism. The consensus was reached during a joint statement adopted by APEC trade ministers after their annual two-day meeting
International trade
Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce & Economic Development, Algernon Yau, emphasized the importance of upholding the rules-based multilateral trading system during the APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting in Jeju, South Korea. The meeting highlighted a pivotal step towards fostering stability in global trade, as China and the
International trade
Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, emphasized the importance of maintaining the multilateral trading system at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministers Responsible for Trade (MRT) Meeting in Jeju, Korea. He noted that recent unilateral tariff measures pose a threat to the system,
