The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders’ summit began Friday in South Korea’s coastal city of Gyeongju, with the primary goal of promoting economic cooperation and growth amid ongoing global trade challenges.

GYEONGJU, South Korea (Reuters) -Member countries of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum are close to reaching a consensus on a joint declaration at the annual summit in South Korea starting Friday,

Spokesperson Kang Yu-jung stressed that as Xi will be on an official state visit in South Korea, the proceedings for his meeting with Lee will be “on par” with the red carpet rolled out for U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

South Korea’s new president is hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, bringing together leaders from 20 countries, including the United States and China, whose leaders are set to hold a

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders’ summit began Friday in South Korea’s coastal city of Gyeongju as leaders sought to boost growth amid trade tensions.

President Lee Jae Myung on Friday touted South Korea's investment appeal in his speech before dozens of business leaders f

Journalists work at the media center in Gyeongju, South Korea, Oct. 31, 2025. The first session of the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting kicked off in Gyeongju, South Korea, on Friday. (Xinhua/Jia Haocheng)

Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to South Korea, which marks his first state visit to the country after 11 years, could serve as an opportunity for the two countries to bring ties back on track and achieve new progress,

The city of Gyeongju has been a backdrop for numerous Korean dramas such as Princess Hours, The Great Queen Seondeok, Mr. Sunshine, and Bon Appetit, Your Majesty.

Kim Namjoon also mentioned many other important points in his speech. As an artist, BTS' RM urged the guests at the APEC CEO Summit to help creators and artists around them. He requested them to offer financial help to emerging artists so that their creativity can bloom. He added that this will eventually lead to the growth of culture and economy.