Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined counterparts from across the Asia-Pacific in Bangkok, Thailand for the APEC Economic Leaders\u2019 Meeting from 17-19 November. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the Economic Leaders\u2019 Meeting, the Prime Minister joined others to condemn Russia\u2019s illegal invasion of Ukraine and the resulting economic impacts on our region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Prime Minister welcomed the meeting\u2019s endorsement of the Bangkok Goals on the Bio-Circular Green Economy, which will drive action to develop quality infrastructure, financing and investment to support the region\u2019s clean energy transition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He emphasised the importance of a rules-based, free and open trade and investment environment that will support economic recovery and the strengthening of supply chains. He welcomed the meeting\u2019s commitment to inclusive growth, including through the economic empowerment of women and First Nations people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With other Economic Leaders, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of digital confidence in realising the full benefits of the digital economy and committed to work together across the region to strengthen business and consumer trust in digital transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prime Minister Albanese had an audience with Their Majesties the King and Queen of Thailand, and met with Prime Minister Prayut of Thailand and President Marcos of the Philippines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI congratulate Prime Minister Prayut for Thailand\u2019s success in delivering on it ambitious priorities as Chair during a challenging year.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAPEC\u2019s member economies comprise around three quarters of Australia\u2019s trade. The forum provides us with a seat at the table to shape our region\u2019s economic future.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cA focus of my participation at the Summit was reiterating Australia\u2019s commitment to sustainable growth, trade and investment \u2013 and sharing our perspectives on trade liberalisation.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI look forward to working closely with President Biden as the US assumes its position as APEC Chair for 2023.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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