Xi Jinping addresses need for regional countries to act responsibly, cooperatively at APEC summit

By Efe Ozkan

ISTANBUL (AA) - Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized Saturday the need to act responsibly and cooperatively in his speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders Meeting in Peru.​​​​​​​

Xi laid out the path to achieve cooperation and solidarity with three objectives. “First, we need to build an open and interconnected paradigm for Asia-Pacific cooperation. Second, we need to make green innovation a catalyst for the Asia-Pacific. Third, we need to uphold a universally beneficial and inclusive vision for Asia-Pacific development,” Xi said.

Xi concluded by looking forward to China’s hosting APEC in 2026. “We look forward to working with all parties to deepen Asia-Pacific cooperation to the benefit of the peoples in the region.”

Xi arrived Thursday in Peru for a state visit and to attend the summit at the invitation of President Dina Boluarte.