Xi’s APEC remarks herald better future of regional common development

by Xinhua writer Xu Ke

MANILA, Nov.  19 (NsNewsWire) — Against the backdrop of fragile global recovery and potential challenges facing Asia-Pacific development, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday expounded on his suggestion for regional growth and expressed confidence in China’s economy.

In a keynote speech addressing an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO summit, Xi briefed business leaders on China’s current economic situation and direction of reform.

Noting some current and potential difficulties and challenges in the region, the Chinese president urged to accelerate regional economic integration and enhance connectivity in the Asia-Pacific.