今年是中国第三次，也是时隔12年再次担任亚太经合组织（APEC）东道主。2月上旬，APEC第一次高 官会及相关会议在广州举行。作为APEC"中国年"的首场正式活动，本次会议吸引了来自21个经济体的 1400余名代表参与，围绕"建设亚太共同体，促进共同繁荣"的年度主题及"开放、创新、合作"三大优先 领域展开深入讨论，全面启动了全年合作进程，为11月APEC领导人非正式会议奠定了坚实基础。此次 会议重温亚太合作初心，彰显出中方承前启后、推动区域合作迈上新台阶的深远谋划。 中方对APEC年会主题的深层次考量，还体现在以"中国经验"与"亚太需求"的互补性推动区域合作转型 升级。此次高官会期间，各方围绕"一个目标、两条路径、三个转型、多元合作"的重点工作展开讨论， 旨在将宏观愿景转化为务实成果。例如，在创新转型方面，中国凭借在数字经济、绿色技术等领域的成 熟方案，与亚太新兴经济体对智能化、低碳化的迫切需求形成精准对接。这种互补性不仅源于中国在跨 境电商、清洁能源等产业的技术优势，更基于其通过"中国式现代化"所积累的发展经验。同时，中方注 重以"软联通"赋能"硬联通"，通过标准互认、政策协调、人文交流等机制降低合作成本， ...

Core Points - The 2026 APEC first senior officials' meeting in Guangzhou focuses on the theme "Building a Community of the Asia-Pacific and Promoting Common Prosperity" and emphasizes three priority areas: openness, innovation, and cooperation [2][3] - The meeting aims to accumulate results for the informal leaders' meeting in November, with various initiatives and work plans proposed by participating parties [2][5] Group 1: Meeting Characteristics - The meeting showcased three characteristics: focus on new productive forces, emphasis on supply chain resilience, and attention to inclusive growth, reflecting the current development needs of APEC member economies [3][4] - Over 50 activities were held during the meeting, with more than 1,400 representatives participating, indicating strong interest in APEC's digital initiatives and various cooperation proposals in fields like food security and technology [3][4] Group 2: China's Role and Contributions - China has evolved from a key participant to a leading agenda setter in APEC, significantly shaping the cooperation direction and impacting regional collaboration [6][9] - The meeting in Guangzhou marks the beginning of a series of events in 2026, with two more high-level meetings planned in Shanghai and Dalian, aimed at enhancing understanding and consensus among member economies [4][5] Group 3: Future Prospects and Challenges - The APEC region faces challenges such as intensified great power competition, rising unilateralism, and significant disparities among member economies, which complicate cooperation efforts [10][11] - However, opportunities are also present, as China's advancements in artificial intelligence and green economy can provide new momentum for APEC members, aligning with their development needs [11][13] Group 4: APEC Activities and Engagement - Approximately 300 activities, including high-level and ministerial meetings, will be held throughout the year to deepen policy coordination and experience sharing among APEC members [12] - The choice of Shenzhen for the informal leaders' meeting will showcase China's reform and innovation achievements, reinforcing the cooperative spirit of APEC [13]

Group 1 - The first senior officials' meeting of the APEC 2026 is held in Guangzhou, marking China's role as the host for the third time in 12 years, aiming to prepare for the informal leaders' meeting in November [1] - The theme for APEC 2026 is "Building a Community of the Asia-Pacific and Promoting Common Prosperity," which reflects a commitment to multilateral economic cooperation and innovation in the region [1] - Over 20 committees or working groups have completed the first round of work for the "China Year," indicating a proactive approach to fostering collaboration among APEC members [1] Group 2 - The meeting emphasizes China's commitment to deepening APEC cooperation in trade, investment, digital economy, and inclusive development, aiming to create a clear and rich outcome document for the leaders' meeting [2] - China plans to explore pathways for integrating the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), while promoting a blueprint for enhanced connectivity [2] - The systematic design presented by China showcases its leadership role in guiding APEC towards open cooperation and expanding mutually beneficial opportunities [2] Group 3 - The current global context of economic fragmentation and regional integration challenges highlights the importance of APEC cooperation in addressing development challenges faced by member economies [3] - The historical context of maintaining international order and the principles of the UN Charter is emphasized as foundational for prosperity and stability in the Asia-Pacific region [3] - China's modernization achievements are positioned as new opportunities for APEC and global development, with expectations for further sharing of market opportunities during the APEC meetings [3]

Group 1 - The core theme of the APEC meetings is "Building an Asia-Pacific Community and Promoting Common Prosperity," focusing on three priority areas: openness, innovation, and cooperation [1][2] - APEC member economies account for approximately 40% of the global population, over 60% of global economic output, and nearly 50% of trade volume, highlighting the Asia-Pacific region as a key driver of global growth and regional integration [2] - The meetings in Guangzhou resulted in expanded consensus on trade and investment cooperation, deepening the construction of the Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area, enhancing connectivity, strengthening digital economy cooperation, and promoting inclusive development [2][3] Group 2 - APEC emphasizes the need for collective action against protectionism, promoting trade and investment liberalization, and fostering innovation to create new growth points for cooperation [3] - The roadmap for APEC "China Year" includes a clear goal for the leaders' meeting to produce a comprehensive outcome document, exploring pathways for the Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area and connectivity networks, and accelerating transformations in digitalization, intelligence, and sustainability [3] - China's GDP has reached 140 trillion yuan, reflecting a stable and upward economic trajectory, with a commitment to deepening reforms and expanding high-level opening-up, providing new opportunities for Asia-Pacific and global development [3]

中国坚持以责任视角看待自身的东道主角色，将携手各方坚守亚太经合组织促进经济增长、增进人民福 祉的初衷，坚持在开放发展中分享机遇、实现共赢，推进普惠包容的经济全球化，构建亚太共同体 当今世界进入新的动荡变革期，经济碎片化加剧，区域经济一体化遭遇逆风。在此形势下，中方携手各 方深化亚太合作，对各方有效应对各自发展面临的挑战具有重要意义。回望历史，维护战后国际秩序， 维护联合国宪章宗旨和原则，是亚太和世界实现繁荣稳定的根基。这一启示在当前形势下尤为珍贵，值 得倍加珍视。亚太各方应共同维护和平稳定的环境，坚持"亚太经合组织方式"，在协商一致基础上凝聚 共识、妥处分歧，维护好亚太合作的正确方向。 亚太经合组织"中国年"恰逢中国"十五五"开局之年，中国将继续以中国式现代化新成就为亚太和世界发 展提供新机遇。此次高官会安排了参访活动，各方代表得以近距离观察中国在新兴技术赋能、绿色发 展、外资积累等方面的优势，感受中国式现代化的万千气象。"中国向亚太地区和世界传达的信息始终 如一""今年的亚太经合组织会议将是进一步分享中国市场机遇的重要契机"……各方对中国引领亚太合 作、赋能地区发展充满期待。 2月1日至10日，2026年亚 ...

Core Viewpoint - China emphasizes its role as a responsible host for the APEC, aiming to promote economic growth and enhance people's well-being through open development and inclusive economic globalization, while building an APEC community [1][4]. Group 1: APEC Host Role - This year marks China's third time serving as the APEC host, with a focus on sharing opportunities and overcoming challenges in the past 12 years [2]. - The theme for APEC "China Year" is "Building an APEC Community, Promoting Common Prosperity," reflecting a commitment to advancing APEC cooperation [2]. Group 2: Meeting Outcomes - The recent high-level meeting in Guangzhou aimed to prepare for the informal leaders' meeting in November, with discussions on APEC's themes and priority areas [1][2]. - Over 20 committees or working groups have completed the first round of work for "China Year," indicating a proactive approach to APEC cooperation [2]. Group 3: Cooperation and Development - The meeting expanded consensus on trade and investment cooperation, deepening the APEC Free Trade Area, enhancing connectivity, and promoting inclusive development [3]. - China aims to push for a clear and rich outcome document at the leaders' meeting, exploring pathways for integrating regional trade agreements and accelerating digital, intelligent, and green transformations [3]. Group 4: Global Context - In the context of increasing economic fragmentation and challenges to regional integration, China's commitment to deepening APEC cooperation is seen as vital for addressing development challenges [4]. - The APEC "China Year" coincides with the start of China's 14th Five-Year Plan, presenting new opportunities for regional and global development [4].

Group 1 - The APEC First Senior Officials' Meeting and related events are being held in Guangzhou from February 1 to 10, focusing on the theme of "Building the Asia-Pacific Community and Promoting Common Prosperity" and three priority areas: "Openness, Innovation, and Cooperation" [1][2] - China emphasizes the importance of maintaining the original intention of APEC to promote economic growth and enhance people's well-being, advocating for inclusive economic globalization and the construction of the Asia-Pacific community [1][2] - APEC members are encouraged to deepen trade and investment cooperation, enhance connectivity, and promote inclusive development, with a series of initiatives and work plans proposed during the meetings [2][3] Group 2 - The year marks China's third time hosting APEC and the first time in 12 years, highlighting the region's significant contribution to global economic output and trade [2] - APEC is seen as a leader in regional cooperation and a defender of multilateralism, with China aiming to provide stability and positive energy amid global uncertainties [2][3] - The roadmap for APEC "China Year" includes a clear goal for the leaders' meeting to produce a comprehensive outcome document, exploring pathways for a free trade area and connectivity networks, and accelerating transformations in digitalization, intelligence, and sustainability [3][4]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the strong commitment of China to regional cooperation in the Asia-Pacific, as highlighted during the first senior officials' meeting of APEC 2026 held in Guangzhou, China [1][2] - The meeting included 55 sessions and activities, with over 1,400 representatives from member economies, APEC Secretariat, observers, and business advisory councils participating [1] - Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized China's policy proposals for Asia-Pacific cooperation, advocating for a prosperous, stable, open, inclusive, and collaborative region [2] Group 2 - The discussions focused on building an Asia-Pacific community and promoting common prosperity, with an emphasis on three priority areas: openness, innovation, and cooperation [2] - A series of initiatives and work plans were proposed, aiming to accumulate consensus and prepare a substantial results list for the upcoming informal leaders' meeting in November [2] - The official website for APEC 2026 has been launched to provide authoritative content, latest news, and service information related to the "China Year" [2]

Core Viewpoint - The 2026 APEC meeting in Guangzhou marks China's third time hosting the event, reflecting the evolution of China's foreign policy and its commitment to multilateralism and regional cooperation [1][2][7]. Group 1: APEC Hosting and Themes - China has previously hosted APEC in 2001 and 2014, contributing significantly to regional integration through the Shanghai Consensus and Beijing Action Plan [2]. - The theme for this year's APEC is "Building a Community of the Asia-Pacific and Promoting Common Prosperity," focusing on "openness, innovation, and cooperation" [2][6]. Group 2: Strategic Evolution - The evolution of APEC themes reflects China's changing role from a participant to a leader in regional cooperation, emphasizing institutional openness and comprehensive community building [3][7]. - Key highlights of this strategic shift include moving from "participation" to "leadership," from "factor openness" to "institutional openness," and from "economic cooperation" to "comprehensive community" [3]. Group 3: Guangdong's Role - Guangdong is positioned as a frontline for China's opening-up strategy, transitioning from a manufacturing base to a hub for innovation and high-level openness [5][10]. - The province's development includes establishing platforms like the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Free Trade Zones, enhancing its role in cross-border trade and services [5]. Group 4: Opportunities from APEC - The APEC meeting is expected to provide Guangdong with comprehensive upgrade opportunities, transforming it from a regional economic center to an Asia-Pacific cooperation hub [10]. - It will facilitate Guangdong's alignment with international standards in trade facilitation, digital economy, and intellectual property, while also attracting global innovation resources [10]. Group 5: International Engagement - Guangdong has increasingly hosted international events, enhancing its role as a significant platform for China's diplomatic engagement and showcasing its internationalization [9][10]. - The province's infrastructure and experience in hosting large-scale events position it well to facilitate APEC meetings and promote cultural exchanges with other Asia-Pacific nations [8][9].

Core Points - The first senior officials' meeting and related events of the 2026 APEC are held in Guangzhou from February 1 to 10, marking the official launch of APEC "China Year" [1][2] - The meeting includes 55 activities, with over 1,400 representatives from APEC member economies, the APEC Secretariat, observers, and business advisory councils participating [1] - Discussions focus on building a shared Asia-Pacific community and promoting common prosperity, emphasizing open, innovative, and cooperative approaches [1][2] Group 1 - The meeting aims to advance APEC cooperation and prepare for the leaders' meeting outcomes [1] - APEC members express strong interest in participating in the "Digital Week" activities, exploring cooperation in artificial intelligence, infrastructure, and inclusive development [2] - Specific cooperation proposals are made in areas such as food security, energy, technology, personnel exchanges, health, and customs [2] Group 2 - The chair of the high-level meeting, Ambassador Chen Xu, indicates that this meeting marks the comprehensive launch of APEC "China Year" mechanisms and accelerates cooperation processes [2] - APEC consists of 21 members and 3 observers, making it the highest-level and most influential economic cooperation mechanism in the Asia-Pacific region [2] - This year marks China's third time hosting APEC, with a 12-year gap since the last hosting [2]