Xi Jinping's proposal sets a new course for Asia-Pacific integration.

247 - The 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders Meeting began this Friday (31) in Gyeongju, South Korea, with a clear message of integration and cooperation. The President of China, Xi Jinping, presented a five-point proposal focused on building an open and inclusive economy in the region, during the speech entitled "Building an inclusive and open economy in the Asia-Pacific region for all".According to the Global TimesIn an editorial published on the topic, Xi outlined a comprehensive plan to strengthen APEC's role in the face of global challenges. The text highlighted the Chinese vision as "a new path for building the Asia-Pacific community," reinforcing Beijing's contribution to regional cooperation.

Five points for an inclusive globalization

President Xi Jinping presented a set of guidelines that reflect China's commitment to common development and multilateralism.We must join forces instead of separating and strengthen our bonds instead of breaking them.“This is what the Chinese leader stated, defending the region's economies maintaining APEC's original mission: to promote growth, improve people's lives, and ensure shared opportunities,” the Chinese leader said. The five-point proposal outlines China's role as a stabilizing and promoting force. global economics that is universally beneficial and inclusive.Xi also highlighted that “China's door to the world will not close; it will open wider and wider."Reiterating Beijing's willingness to expand its trade integration."

Global context and challenges

The APEC meeting takes place in a context where Protectionism and unilateralism are regaining strength.threatening the advances of globalization. With the Asia-Pacific region responsible for almost half of world trade and more than 60% of global GDP, the forum assumes decisive importance for international economic balance. (Data from the report) "A Vital Asia-Pacific: Public Opinion in 16 Countries", prepared by People's Daily and by Global Times InstituteData indicates that over 70% of respondents expect the region's economies to... Work together for a harmonious and prosperous community..

Positive sign in China-US relations

The meeting also coincided with a significant diplomatic gesture: China and United States, a country governed by the president Donald TrumpThey announced a consensus to suspend and eliminate some bilateral tariffs. The move was seen as a significant step toward restoring global confidence and creating an environment conducive to regional cooperation. Analysts highlight the outcome of the Sino-American summit. reinforces the central theme of APEC — trade and investment — indicating that the world's two largest economies are seeking a point of equilibrium. The expectation is that the relaxation of tariff barriers will generate positive chain effects in Asia-Pacific, increasing confidence in the multilateral trading system.

Towards an open and cooperative community

Xi Jinping also warned of persistent risks threatening regional prosperity, from geopolitical tensions to the obsolescence of digital governance rules. To overcome them, the president advocated for... modernization of international standards, based on the World Trade Organization (WTO) and reinforced by regional agreements such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).

The editorial of Global Times emphasizes that, in the face of global challenges, The Asia-Pacific region needs to remain united.Rejecting isolationism and betting on cooperation, the text summarizes, "The economies of the region will firmly oppose protectionism, promote openness, and seek mutual benefit through cooperation." With the course set in Gyeongju, APEC consolidates itself as... a strategic space for defining the future of the global economy, driven by a Chinese vision of shared development and lasting integration.