APEC Peru 2016, Nov. 19-20
President Xi Jinping delivers a keynote speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit held in Lima, capital of Peru, Nov. 19, 2016. (Photo/Xinhua)
The FTAAP is a strategic initiative critical for the long-term prosperity of the Asia-Pacific. We should firmly pursue the FTAAP as an institutional mechanism for ensuring an open economy in the Asia-Pacific.
--APEC CEO Summit
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation leaders pose for a group picture in Lima, Peru on Nov. 20, 2016. (Photo/Xinhua)
According to traditional Chinese medicine, pain is relieved with improved blood circulation. Connectivity will ensure the smooth flow of blood in the Asia-Pacific economy. History has proven that protectionism will get nothing.
--APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting
