#105 Concept: APEC, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

If you work across time zones, borders and cultures, this is the show for you. Today we start a new format called "Concept". Every week (or so) Leo aims at defining a topic in international business. These are shorter episodes to illustrate key concepts in this discipline. To further your research, you can find sources below.Today we talk about APEC, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. It is a regional economic forum intended to create greater prosperity among its 21 members located in the Asia-Pacific region, including China and the United States. It was established in 1989. Links to further your research: Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation APEC Peru 2024 Article APEC businesses propose new climate bonds, carbon credit network Article APEC businesses call for greater action amidst insufficient economic growth and increasing climate risk ⁠Join Leonardo on Patreon for:⁠⁠Podcast Archive: 102 episodes (40+ hours).Podcast Bonus Episodes: New exclusive content.Early Access: Upcoming YouTube videos and newsletters.Thinking Process Journal: Insights into Leonardo's contentpreparation, including a curated reading list and personal reflections.Q&A: Submit questions for future episodes, and receive a shoutout when they are answered.You could also support the podcast by purchasing one of thefollowing books on Amazon using the links provided:- ⁠⁠The Personal MBA⁠⁠- ⁠⁠HBR's 10 Must Reads 2025⁠⁠- ⁠⁠The 48 Laws of Power⁠⁠- ⁠⁠Blue Ocean Strategy⁠