United States – Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)

#ThrowbackThursdays Lead Shepherd Zhao Li briefed Chinese Taipei Minister of Labor Ho Pei-Shan on?#APEC?human resources development priorities and thanked her for hosting a week of events focused on just energy transition and inclusive skills development. See the full X post here: https://lnkd.in/ehjG6bJq

Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technology is an alternative to traditional broadband services that has the potential to narrow the digital divide and increase broadband internet access in unserved and underserved areas and communities, ultimately providing sustained economic benefits to communities across many #APEC economies. To expand the understanding of LEO satellite and the regulatory environments that support LEO application, The United States led the APEC Workshop on Expanding Broadband Access through Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Communications Systems at the APEC Telecommunication and Information Working Group in Mexico City, Mexico. The workshop enabled economies to discuss solutions for a robust regulatory framework, where they offered perspectives on what regulatory changes are needed to realize the economic benefits of #LEO. Additionally, this workshop equipped policymakers, regulators, and civil society stakeholders with a framework for proposing and implementing needed regulatory or other changes in an economy to allow #LEO satellite services to offer broadband internet access to broader communities, particularly to underserved areas and remote communities. Thank you to Jai Nair for your exceptional leadership, and for the support and participation of Department of Information and Communications Technology - Philippines, Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones, USAID, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy, Amazon, Amazon Project Kuiper, and Internet Society!!

A big thank you to Deputy Under Secretary Diane Farrell and our U.S. Department of Commerce colleagues for their participation at the APEC Perú 2024 Small and Medium Enterprises Ministerial Meeting (SMEMM) in #Pucallpa and the Business Ethics for APEC SMEs Initiative in #Lima!

On September 19, Ambassador Matt Murray joined Danielle Fumagalli, AUSTR for Japan, Korea, and APEC (Acting), and Sarah Ahn, Economic Minister at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, at a luncheon hosted by the Association of Women in International Trade (WIIT) to highlight U.S. strategic priorities in APEC and share insights into the ROK’s host year!?? ? Panelists discussed women’s economic empowerment as well as the digital economy during today’s event, including work in APEC addressing the barriers restricting people from fully participating in the global economy. Ambassador Murray highlighted work from the #USAPEC2023 host year that has continued throughout Peru’s host year, including the San Francisco Principles on Integrating Inclusivity and Sustainability into Trade and Investment Policy. ?? ? We are excited to continue to engage with stakeholders in advancing gender equity, expand women’s economic empowerment, and enhance participation in the digital economy during the ROK 2025 APEC host year.? Thank you Access Partnership for sponsoring and UPS for hosting!? Office of the U.S. Trade Representative APEC - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Patricia (Patty) Wu Brett Stephenson

Proud that the United States is the guest of honor at #ExpoMinaPeru2024, a key event for the mining sector. ExpoMina strengthens ties between the United States and Peru, promoting innovation and collaboration in sustainable mining. APEC Perú 2024 See Ambassador Syptak-Ramnath's tweet below. https://lnkd.in/ekQF3Bk7

Last night, Ambassador Matt Murray joined AmCham Korea Chairman & CEO James Kim and Embassy of Korea Economic Minister Sarah Ahn to provide opening remarks?at AMCHAM Korea's Door Knock Farewell Reception. We hope the visit to DC was successful!??? ? Ambassador Murray emphasized the importance of U.S.-ROK economic partnership and AmCham Korea’s vital role in expanding the bilateral trade and investment ties.? As we prepare for the upcoming ROK 2025 host year, we are extremely grateful for the strong partners we have in the business community.? This will be a tremendous opportunity for private sector engagement and look forward to working closely together to ensure the ROK’s APEC - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation host year is a success.?? ? Thank you again AmCham Korea and Crowell & Moring International for inviting Ambassador Murray to participate in AmCham Korea’s Annual Door Knock!

Ambassador Matt Murray and Danielle Fumagalli, AUSTR for Japan, Korea, and APEC (Acting) joined Monica Hardy Whaley, President of National Center for APEC, to brief members of the U.S. APEC Business Coalition on the outcomes of APEC Third Senior Officials’ Meeting and Related Meetings of 2024 (SOM3) and the Third APEC Business Advisory Council Meeting (ABAC III) as well as a preview of APEC Economic Leaders’ Week this November. ? ? We look forward to robust participation from U.S. stakeholders, including the private sector, at APEC Leaders’ Week, including through a range of exciting activities, such as the CEO Summit, the APEC Multistakeholder Forum, and the Sustainable Future Forum. ?? ? A special thank to Neil Herrington for hosting, and once again, thank you so much for having us?NCAPEC and U.S. Chamber of Commerce!? ? Office of the U.S. Trade Representative Council Of The Americas US-ASEAN Business Council APEC - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

Ambassador Matt Murray met with AMCHAM Korea during their annual door knock in D.C.? This was a wonderful opportunity to discuss U.S.-ROK economic relations, especially as we head into the ROK’s APEC 2025 host year!? ? During this meeting, Ambassador Murray took the opportunity to highlight the importance of collaborating with the private sector, which is essential in advancing APEC’s mission to promote regional economic growth that is sustainable, inclusive, and resilient.? We appreciate hearing AmCham Korea’s priorities on digitalization, regulatory cooperation, and supply chain resiliency. Engagement with the business community ensures our efforts in APEC align with the needs and priorities of our stakeholders both domestically and internationally.?? ? Thank you to Crowell & Moring International for organizing the meeting, and and we look forward to engaging further with AmCham Korea to ensure a successful 2025 APEC host year. ?

A big thank you to?Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) for hosting Ambassador Matt Murray in yesterday's roundtable event on APEC! Peru Senior Official for APEC Minister Renato Reyes and Ambassador Murray discussed the APEC Perú 2024 agenda and priorities, the importance of private sector engagement, and the emerging opportunities for U.S. businesses in the Asia-Pacific market. ? Public-private-collaboration plays a crucial role in furthering APEC’s work to foster sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economic growth across the region. We appreciate all the business representatives who participated, raised insightful questions, and shared their valuable perspectives, especially as we head towards APEC Economic Leaders’ Week and the APEC CEO Summit in November. Private sector engagement, including with U.S. businesses, is vital to ensure that our work in APEC aligns with the needs and priorities of our stakeholders at home and abroad!! ?

Under Secretary Jose W. Fernandez and Foreign Minister González-Olaechea met after the conclusion of SOM3 for a series of robust discussions, including on the upcoming APEC Economic Leaders' Week in November. ?? Read the full tweet below! https://lnkd.in/e9jDUvRu