PORT MORESBY, Nov. 18 -- The 26th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting wrapped up here on Sunday.
The leaders at the meeting discussed various topics and the APEC economies have continued to make great efforts in making sure the Asia-Pacific region continues to achieve inclusive economic growth and integrate so that all citizens enjoy a better standard of living, said Papua New Guinea (PNG) Prime Minister Peter O'Neill said at a press conference after the meeting.
The APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, as well as the APEC CEO Summit, was a success, he noted.
Some issues discussed during the leaders' meeting included digital economy, regional economic integration, free trade area around the Asia-Pacific region, micro and small to medium enterprises, services, innovation, gender and food security, he said.
APEC leaders continue to focus on the efforts of trying to reduce inequality, making sure there is economic diversification and working together so as to reduce trade barriers, drive growth and ensure prosperity for the people, he said.
About the theme of this year's meeting "Harnessing Inclusive Opportunities, Embracing the Digital Future," the leaders also recognized that there are some technology disruptions within the region, so it is necessary to take measures on jobs, education and training, O'Neill said.
Most of all APEC leaders also stated that the work in APEC is very important, particularly in achieving the Bogor goals. The 21 economies must aspire to achieving the Bogor goals by 2020, O'Neill said.
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