
SG, APEC ministers mull deeper cooperation on 3 areas
Amongst areas to be prioritised by APEC member states is the digital economy.
Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong joined other foreign ministers to discuss ways for countries to build a more interconnected, innovative, and inclusive region for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member states.
APEC ministers identified three areas where further cooperation is needed, including inclusive trade environment in APAC, global economy resiliency, and digital economy advancement.
The ministers also highlighted their commitment to improve opportunities for MSMEs to tap into global value chains.
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