APEC Senior Officials' Meetings

APEC Senior Officials' Meetings (SOM) are gatherings of representatives from the 21 economies in the Asia-Pacific region, part of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). These meetings focus on discussing and coordinating policies that promote trade, investment, and economic growth across the region. Senior officials, typically from government ministries, collaborate to set agendas, prepare for ministerial meetings, and assess progress on initiatives. SOM plays a crucial role in fostering cooperation and resolving challenges among member economies, ultimately aiming to enhance economic prosperity and stability in the Asia-Pacific area.