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After APEC: Whither US Leadership on Trade?
By Chris Dixon and Bob Savic
Washington’s failure in approving the IPEF trade pillar sent a clear message to Asia-Pacific partners. But all is not lost.
The APEC Summit Is Happening in San Francisco. What Is APEC, Anyway?
By Colleen Long and Aamer Madhani
An introduction to the 21-member grouping and the main events to watch at this year's summit.
How the APEC San Francisco Summit Can Set the Tone for US Engagement in Asia
By Justin Kwan
The U.S. should focus on developing a roadmap for cooperation to enhance regional security, promoting people-to-people partnerships, and serving underrepresented communities in international trade.
Asia-Pacific Leaders to Tackle Trade, Sustainability in Bangkok
By Chalida Ekvitthayavechnukul
Thai officials are hoping to steer discussions away from the Ukraine war toward issues including climate change, economic disruptions, and COVID-19 recovery.
Why Did Thailand Abstain on This Week’s UN Vote on Ukraine?
By Sebastian Strangio
On the same day as the vote, Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed his attendance at next month's APEC Summit in Bangkok.
Thailand’s APEC Misfortunes Continue
By Tita Sanglee
As it stands, neither U.S. President Joe Biden nor Russian President Vladimir Putin will attend next month's APEC Summit in Bangkok.
What Is the Biden Administration’s Indo-Pacific Economic Framework About?
By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
Don't call the IPEF a free trade agreement.
Thailand’s Shattered APEC Dream
By Tita Sanglee
Thailand was hoping for a repeat of its successful 2003 chairmanship of APEC before the Russia-Ukraine war threw its plans into disarray.
Pacific Leaders Agree on Vaccines But Not on US Hosting APEC
By Nick Perry and Jim Gomez
Russia reportedly refused to support the U.S. hosting the gathering in 2023, derailing the matter for now in the consensus-driven grouping.
New Zealand’s APEC Moment Is Virtually Here
By Geoffrey Miller
Looking at the opportunities and challenges for New Zealand’s hosting of a virtual APEC Leaders’ week.
Jacinda Ardern’s APEC Diplomacy
By Geoffrey Miller
The meeting further built the New Zealand prime minister's reputation as a pragmatist and a coalition builder.
What Do Malaysia’s APEC 2020 Priorities Mean for the Region and the Country?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the country’s focus areas within the context of its foreign policy and domestic politics.
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