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APEC 2008

WHAT IS APEC?

nAsia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) was established in Canberra in 1989 and is currently the leading forum for facilitating economic growth, cooperation, trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region.
nAPEC operates on the basis of non-binding commitments and open dialogue. Decisions are made through consensus and commitments are voluntary.