Just days after the fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded in Beijing, President Xi Jinping is making his first overseas trip since the meeting—to join the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and pay a state visit to South Korea from October 30 to November 1. Observers are eager to see how he’ll infuse new energy into Asia-Pacific development amid growing challenges.
💼 Connecting Ports and Pathways
Take Peru’s Chancay Port—South America’s first smart and green port—nicknamed the New Inca Trail. It’s opened fresh trade routes between Latin America and Asia. Back at the 31st APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, President Xi watched its opening via video link, underlining the power of openness and connectivity. 🌐🚢
🚀 Innovation at the Core
At the APEC CEO Summit, President Xi urged economies to seize the new tech revolution—think digital, intelligent, and green transformation. This vision played out at the 22nd China–ASEAN Expo, where 62 projects in new energy, AI, and advanced materials were signed. Even in Chile, Chinese-made double-decker electric buses rolled through Santiago during the Pan American Games, showing off clean-energy solutions in action. ⚡🚌
🌱 Inclusive Growth for All
In Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands, a China-supported Juncao and upland rice demonstration center just opened. It’s boosting food security and sustainable livelihoods for local communities—real proof of shared prosperity in the making. 🌾🤝
From pushing the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and pursuing CPTPP membership to launching the Global Development Initiative (GDI), the Chinese mainland is turning ideas into action—raising incomes, supporting small businesses, and teaming up on poverty reduction. Together, the region’s growth engine keeps humming! 🏎️💨
President Xi’s APEC journey is more than photos and speeches—it’s a promise that the Chinese mainland is committed to fueling open, innovative, and inclusive growth across Asia-Pacific. And the best part? We all get to join the ride! 🌏✨
Reference(s):
How China injects stability, fresh momentum into Asia-Pacific growth
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