The United States recently hosted a regional roundtable of the APEC Alliance for Supply Chain Connectivity (A2C2) in Mexico City, aiming to promote fair and balanced trade with APEC partners. Government officials from Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation economies and private sector experts gathered to discuss enhancing supply chain resilience in the Asia-Pacific region. This initiative builds on previous efforts during the APEC 2025 Third Senior Officials Meeting in Incheon, South Korea, focusing on expanding participation and engaging the private sector.
The roundtable highlighted the US’s commitment to fostering supply chain resilience through APEC and the A2C2 initiative, emphasizing the importance of secure, resilient, and diverse supply chains. By enhancing connectivity and opportunities across the region, businesses can better navigate disruptions and recover swiftly. The discussions at the event centered on identifying best practices for supply chain digitalization at regional and global levels, with a focus on practical implementation within domestic systems.
Efforts to improve efficiency and reliability in cross-border trade were underscored as beneficial for consumers and businesses in the US and the Asia-Pacific region. Participants engaged in public-private dialogues to explore the digitalization of trade and customs procedures, stressing the need for effective coordination between governments and industries. The APEC Alliance for Supply Chain Connectivity, established in 2014, serves as an advisory platform comprising stakeholders from APEC economies, industry associations, and multilateral institutions, contributing to APEC’s broader supply chain connectivity goals.
