APEC economies called for deeper policy coordination and practical cooperation on science, technology and innovation as artificial intelligence (AI) and other frontier technologies accelerate economic transformation across the Asia-Pacific.“Currently, a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation is gaining momentum. Frontier techn...
The WTO Fish Fund opened its second Call for Proposals on 2 February, inviting developing and least-developed country (LDC) WTO members that have ratified the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies to apply for project grants aimed at supporting their implementation of the Agreement.Eligible WTO members can submit proposals by 24 April via the application portal...
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2026—The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved financing to revamp India’s network of skills training institutes to better align with labor market needs and open up more job opportunities for the millions of graduates entering the workforce.Jobs are central to India’s growth trajectory, competitiveness, and meeting ...
The OECD has released updated guidance by the Inclusive Framework on BEPS, aimed at improving tax certainty by helping tax administrations and taxpayers resolve cross-border tax treaty disputes in an efficient, effective and timely manner.The Manual on Effective Mutual Agreement Procedures (MEMAP): 2026 Edition serves as a roadmap for navigating ...
APEC is launching its 2026 agenda in Guangzhou as officials from the 21 member economies gather from 1 to 10 February for the First Senior Officials’ Meeting and Related Meetings.China, serving as host economy this year, has set the theme “Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together” signaling its commitment to deepen regional integration and...
OverviewRecent data suggests continued global economic resilience, despite early signs of softening in some countries. Although global trade continues to hold up, forward-looking indicators suggest mixed performance across regions. Table of Contents Monthly Highlights ..........................................2 Special Focus ..........
This report highlights that Asia and the Pacific is continuing to deepen economic integration amid global uncertainties. It sets out the latest trends and discusses policy priorities to help strengthen resilience and advance inclusive, sustainable integration.Download(Free : 2 available)PriceUS$41.00 (paperback) Citable URLhttp://dx.doi.org/10.22617/S...
Over one in eight dollars earned from trade in goods comes from information communications technologies, with 80% produced in Asia. Growth is driven by surging trade in electronic components.Trade in electronic components has surged over the last 15 yearsImports of information and communication technology goods, by category, billions of dollars, 2000–2024...
Young people are using digital tools to expand access to health information and reshape learning, reflecting the 2026 International Day of Education theme on youth co‑creating the future of education. As a generation facing persistent inequalities yet driving global innovation, youth are turning technology into a pathway for more inclusive, future‑ready ...
WTO members took part in an interactive session of the Committee on Trade and Environment on 29 January to continue discussing how best to facilitate trade while navigating diverse carbon emissions measurement methodologies. Building on the fruitful discussions held in October and December on the importance of strengthening transparency in this area, membe...
