IIA新闻 | 郑永年出席2026年APEC非正式高官会，指出深圳将成为推动区域经济发展的重要窗口

Group 1 - The 2026 APEC informal senior officials' meeting will be held in Shenzhen on December 11-12, marking the beginning of "China Year" for APEC [1][4] - Zheng Yongnian emphasized that China's continued opening up serves as the best international public good for APEC members amidst global economic uncertainties and trade protectionism [5][6] - APEC's core value lies in its cooperation rooted in economic and trade exchanges, providing a pragmatic platform for members to discuss future directions, contrasting with the West's geopolitical focus [6][7] Group 2 - Zheng highlighted that China, as a significant beneficiary of the last round of globalization, is promoting regional cooperation through high-level openness without imposing its will on others [6][7] - The story of Shenzhen reflects China's reform and opening-up journey, showcasing how openness and industrial capacity can mutually promote each other [6][7] - The choice of Shenzhen for the 2026 APEC meeting is seen as a crucial opportunity to drive regional economic development, with the city and the Greater Bay Area's industries expanding globally [7]