As the 2025 APEC meetings wrap up this week, we sat down with three top thinkers—Warwick Powell (QUT), Einar Tangen (CIGI), and Bunn Nagara (BRI Caucus)—to unpack the event’s big economic wins and map out a more resilient, cooperative future for the region. 🎉
Our chat highlighted three core themes driving change:
- 📱 Digital Trade Innovation: Warwick Powell shared how cross-border e-commerce and streamlined e-payments are breaking barriers for small exporters, helping them tap into new markets with ease.
- 🌱 Green Recovery & Climate Finance: Einar Tangen emphasized the role of green bonds and low-carbon supply chains. Investing in clean energy now is key to future-proofing economies against environmental shocks.
- 🤝 Inclusive SME & Youth Empowerment: Bunn Nagara advocated for targeted grants, cross-border mentorship programs, and skills training to ensure young entrepreneurs and small businesses aren’t left behind.
Looking ahead, our experts believe deeper collaboration on regional data rules, shared sustainability goals, and youth-led innovation hubs will be game-changers. It’s like unlocking a new hero skin in your favorite game—each policy tweak can supercharge growth! 🎮
With these strategies in play, the Asia-Pacific is set to build stronger, more inclusive economies that can weather global uncertainties and lift communities across borders. Stay tuned as we follow these initiatives into action! 😊
Reference(s):
APEC insights — Fostering inclusive growth in the Asia-Pacific
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