APEC Trade Ministers' Meeting Adopts Joint Statement on Supply Chain Cooperation

The APEC Trade Ministers' Meeting concluded with a joint statement on maintaining resilient supply chains for crucial goods like energy amidst escalating Middle East tensions.

Sat May 23 2026

APEC Trade Ministers Conclude, Agree on Supply Chain Cooperation

The APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Trade Ministers' Meeting, held in China, concluded on May 23rd with the adoption of a joint statement. The meeting focused on cooperation among member economies to maintain resilient supply chains for crucial goods such as energy, especially in light of the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Strengthening Supply Chains for Essential Goods

The adopted joint statement emphasizes the commitment of member economies to work together to ensure robust and resilient supply chains for energy and other vital materials. This collective effort aims to respond to unpredictable international developments and contribute to global economic stability.

*Source: NHK World-Japan (2026-05-23)*

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