What are the advantages of APEC in PNG?

“APEC offers the unrivalled opportunity of bringing the attention of world leaders to Papua New Guinea,” Mr Hilton said. “PNG will be able to showcase its culture, people, beauty, economy and opportunities to the world.

What is APEC and its benefits?

APEC ensures that goods, services, investment and people move easily across borders. Members facilitate this trade through faster customs procedures at borders; more favorable business climates behind the border; and aligning regulations and standards across the region.

Did Papua New Guinea make the right choice to host the APEC summit in 2018?

Our choice to host APEC in 2018 is a recognition that there is still a lot that needs to be done and it is a gesture of commitment by our government to the APEC process and, indeed, to our membership.

What is APEC Papua New Guinea 2018?

APEC Papua New Guinea 2018 was the year-long hosting of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings in Papua New Guinea. It was the first time Papua New Guinea is hosting the APEC meetings.

Is APEC the solution to PNG’s image problem?

Apec is touted by Papua New Guinea leaders as the opportunity to fix the image problem of PNG. But the reality is that the public service and other agencies of Government will not embrace the legacy of Apec after it is done in November. When Apec is completed in PNG, the same complacency, ineptness and corruption will continue.

Who is APEC’s 2018 host country?

Papua New Guinea has taken up the role of host for the first time in 2018 after a quarter century of APEC membership.

What is the history of the APEC Leaders Summit in PNG?

PNG set itself a challenge when it first became a member of APEC and followed through successfully through years in its participation in the annual Leaders Summits and finally in taking its turn in hosting the powerful meeting.