A guide to how APEC frameworks drive innovation, trade, and prosperity for Malaysians.
A guide to how APEC frameworks drive innovation, trade, and prosperity for Malaysians.
A Strategic Reframing of APEC’s Economic Narrative In 2020, Malaysia undertook a significant leadership role within APEC by steering discussions away from the traditional focus on trade and investment liberalisation solely as engines of business profitability. Instead, Malaysia advocated a new narrative—one that shifts attention toward the purpose and outcomes of economic integration. This fresh […]
Officially speaking: The hosting of APEC 2020 is set to directly benefit SMEs. Meeting and hosting supplies in the form of goods, products and services are procured from Malaysian companies, with special priority accorded to SMEs. Malaysian SMEs stands to benefit through not only this hosting but also from the exposure to events of international […]
Optimising Human Potential Towards a Resilient Future of Shared Prosperity The theme for APEC 2020, “Optimising Human Potential Towards a Resilient Future of Shared Prosperity: Pivot. Prioritise. Progress,” reflects Malaysia’s effort to recalibrate regional priorities in light of the COVID-19 crisis. The pandemic fundamentally altered economic conditions across the Asia-Pacific, requiring policymakers to balance public […]
The APEC 2020 logo draws inspiration from Malaysia’s national flower, the Bunga Raya, which literally translates to “celebratory flower.” This symbol reflects unity, diversity, and the spirit of togetherness—values central to both Malaysia and the broader Asia-Pacific community. The logo’s 21 petals represent the 21 APEC member economies, each contributing its unique identity and strengths […]
Summary of the APEC 2020 Leaders’ Declaration (Malaysia) The APEC Economic Leaders in 2020 met virtually for the first time in the forum’s history due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Under Malaysia’s leadership and the theme Optimising Human Potential towards a Resilient Future of Shared Prosperity, economies united to address one of the most severe health […]
APEC 2020 Malaysia was held in an extraordinary environment. The COVID-19 pandemic forced global borders to close, economic activity to slow sharply, and traditional diplomacy to shift entirely online. Malaysia became the first APEC host in history to organise the entire summit virtually. Despite the disruptions, APEC 2020 produced several meaningful outcomes that continue to […]
Malaysia, Regional Growth & the Legacy of APEC 2020 Introduction: APEC’s Continuing Relevance Although APEC 2020 has concluded, the principles it championed—regional cooperation, digital transformation, trade facilitation, and sustainable economic growth—remain central to Malaysia’s long-term development ambitions. The Asia-Pacific region continues to be one of the most dynamic economic blocs in the world, and Malaysia […]
