Boao Frontline 2026 | APEC China Year signals a shift toward shared growth

As 2026 marks the APEC China Year, discussions at the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026 have highlighted a forward-looking vision for regional and global cooperation. Experts attending the forum emphasized the need to move beyond confrontation, calling for stronger partnerships and more inclusive approaches to development.

Amid growing uncertainties in the global economy, participants underscored that cooperation—not rivalry—will be key to sustaining growth. They advocated for a model of shared development, rejecting zero-sum thinking in favor of mutually beneficial outcomes.

Their perspectives reflect a broader consensus emerging from the forum: that Asia, as a driving force in the global economy, can help shape a more balanced, resilient and cooperative future.

Video Editor: Ruan Ziyan