For decades, global poverty seemed insurmountable. While the percentage of people living in poverty has declined over the years, nearly 600 million are still projected to survive on less than $2.15 a day by 2030. At the same time, China has achieved what many thought impossible, lifting nearly...

Founded near the end of the Cold War, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) has evolved into a pivotal platform for promoting economic collaboration and tackling shared global challenges. In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical tensions, rising protectionism, and the urgent demand...