APEC Summit in Korea After 20 Years

In 2025, Korea will host the APEC Summit for the first time in 20 years.
The summit is a major opportunity to strengthen economic cooperation and global partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region.

What is the APEC Summit?
Background and Significance
Key Participating Countries and Agenda
Expected Economic and Diplomatic Effects
FAQ
References and Further Reading

What is the APEC Summit?

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit is the highest-level meeting of APEC member economies,
where leaders discuss economic, trade, investment, and digital economy cooperation.
Korea expects to strengthen its global economic influence through this summit.

Background and Significance

Need to boost economic growth and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region
Enhance Korea’s international diplomatic and economic influence
First APEC summit in Korea in 20 years → stimulating domestic economy and tourism

Key Participating Countries and Agenda

Participating Countries: 21 members including the US, China, Japan, Australia, Korea, etc.
Agenda: Free trade, digital economy, climate action, supply chain stabilization, and more

Expected Economic and Diplomatic Effects

Boost to domestic tourism, hospitality, and dining industries
Strengthened diplomatic networks and expanded economic cooperation
Long-term contribution to domestic economic growth through trade and investment

FAQ

How long has it been since Korea last hosted the APEC Summit?

The 2025 summit marks the first time in 20 years that Korea is hosting.

What is the main purpose of the APEC Summit?

To discuss various global issues including economic cooperation, free trade, digital economy, and climate change among member economies.

Can the general public participate in the summit?

The summit itself is restricted to leaders, but side events and cultural programs may be open to public participation.