At the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in South Korea, Chinese President Xi Jinping emerged as the central figure, advocating for stable global supply chains and multilateral free trade.
With US President Trump absent from the summit, Xi used the opportunity to court Asia-Pacific leaders and present China as a reliable partner in turbulent economic times. Xi delivered veiled warnings against aligning too closely with the US and emphasized cooperation over division. He met with leaders from Japan, Canada, and South Korea, reinforcing China's commitment to open markets and inclusive globalization.
The summit highlighted China's growing influence in regional and global economic affairs as the US retreats from multilateral forums.
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